In the waning days of the tumultuous year 2020, a shimmering gem emerged from the dust of nostalgia: Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2, a breathtaking reimagining of beloved sports titles that captivated the hearts of gamers worldwide. Alas, hopes were dashed when news broke of a second collection meeting an untimely demise. Yet, amidst the shadows of uncertainty, a ray of light emerged as Tony Hawk himself revealed a renewed collaboration with the venerable Activision, hinting at a possible resurrection of the beloved franchise.
As chronicled by the vigilant eyes of VGC, Tony Hawk’s revelation unfolded within the enigmatic confines of the Mystical Kitchen, an unlikely stage for such momentous news. Amidst culinary delights, the host Josh Scherer ventured to inquire about plans for the forthcoming 25th anniversary of the original Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater. Hawk, shrouded in secrecy, teased, “I’ve been in talks with Activision once more, carving the path for something extraordinary.” When pressed for further details, Hawk tantalizingly remarked, “A gift for the faithful fans, a marvel to behold.”
Speculation ran rife among aficionados of the series, lingering on the tantalizing possibility of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 making a triumphant return. However, Hawk’s previous lamentations over the scrapped project dimmed the prospects, citing Activision’s unwavering trust in Vicarious Visions as the sole custodian of the franchise’s legacy. With Vicarious Visions now folded into the bosom of Activision, a fate likely intertwined with the enduring legacy of the Call of Duty behemoth, hopes flickered but never extinguished. Yet, with the recent liberation of Toys for Bob, architects of Spyro Reignited Trilogy and Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time, a glimmer of possibility beckons: could Vicarious Visions follow suit, or perhaps, be granted the freedom to breathe life into a new Tony Hawk installment?
As whispers of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 materializing grew louder, the ripple effect extended to other cherished franchises yearning for revival. The eager clamor for the return of Crash Bandicoot 5 gathered momentum, a plea echoing in the chambers of nostalgia. A tale of intertwined destinies, where the mere mention of a sequel sparks a fervor that transcends time and space. The stage is set, the players in position, awaiting the curtain call of resurrection and redemption.
