The buzz around a Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 remake is officially reaching a fever pitch — and it’s looking more than just like rumors now.
With the Singapore Entertainment Authority (SPA) rating officially listing "Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4" for a 2025 release, and including platforms like Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S, this isn’t just speculation anymore — it’s a formal game certification. That means the game is in advanced development and likely in final production stages.
Why This Is a Big Deal:
- The 2020 remake of THPS 1+2 was a critical and commercial hit, reviving the franchise with modern tech, authentic feel, and nostalgic gameplay. Fans loved it — and demanded more.
- THPS 3 and 4 are widely considered the golden era of the series — especially THPS 3, which introduced the legendary "1080" trick and elevated the series to new heights in both gameplay and culture.
- The fact that Activision is credited as both publisher and developer in the Singapore rating is highly telling. While they’re known for publishing, the fact they’re billing themselves as the developer suggests either:
- Internal teams (likely reassembled from the original THPS 1+2 team at Vicarious Visions) are leading development again.
- Or, a new studio has been handpicked, but with Activision pulling double duty due to the original team’s unavailability.
But here’s the twist: Vicarious Visions is no longer at Blizzard — and hasn’t been since 2021. In fact, Vicarious Visions was acquired by Activision Blizzard in 2021, then rebranded as "Blizzard Albany" (though still operating under the Vicarious Visions name). So it's likely that Vicarious Visions is back in the fold, potentially freed up from Blizzard’s internal projects.
The Countdown Is On:
The Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 game has a hidden countdown timer that ends on March 4, 2025 — just one week away. That timing is too convenient to ignore. This isn’t random — it’s a deliberate tease. Given Activision’s pattern of using COD as a launchpad for big announcements (see: 2020 THPS 1+2 reveal), it’s almost certain that a major THPS announcement will drop on or around March 4, 2025.
Tony Hawk’s Words Matter:
When Tony Hawk said during his 2022 Twitch stream:
"They listened to pitches from other studios... but they weren't satisfied with any of the ideas... and the project stalled."
That was a crucial admission — Activision wanted Vicarious Visions back. And now, with the new rating, the team is back.
Who’s Likely Behind It?
- Vicarious Visions (now under Activision, operating independently again) is the most likely developer.
- The studio has proven expertise in remastering classics (see: Spider-Man, Crash Bandicoot, Spyro, and now THPS 1+2).
- Their return would explain the game’s authenticity, polish, and trust factor — and why Activision didn’t risk it with a new team.
Final Verdict:
✅ Yes, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 is real.
✅ It's in full development.
✅ Likely to be announced on March 4, 2025.
✅ Vicarious Visions is almost certainly leading development.
✅ This could be the most anticipated skateboarding game since the original THPS era.
The wait is over — the next chapter of the THPS legacy is almost here.
Mark your calendars. March 4, 2025, is the day the internet will explode. 🛹💥
And if you're a fan of the series, you’re not just getting a remake — you’re getting a love letter to a generation.