Tony Hawk's Pro Skater Celebrates 25 Years with Upcoming Announcement
The legendary Tony Hawk's Pro Skater series is turning 25, and Tony Hawk himself has confirmed that Activision is planning something special to mark the occasion. While details remain scarce, the skateboarding icon hinted at exciting news for fans during a recent appearance on Mythical Kitchen. "I've been talking to Activision again, which is insanely exciting. We're working on something—This is the first time I've said that publicly," he revealed. He assured fans that the plans will be something they'll truly appreciate.
The original Tony Hawk's Pro Skater launched on September 29th, 1999, and launched a hugely successful franchise. While a remastered collection of THPS 1+2 was released in 2020, plans for remastering THPS 3 and 4 were unfortunately canceled following the closure of Vicarious Visions. Tony Hawk previously expressed disappointment over the cancellation, citing the studio's dissolution and Activision's restructuring.
The anticipation for a new announcement is building, fueled by recent social media activity from the official Tony Hawk's Pro Skater accounts. They've shared anniversary artwork and launched a giveaway for the THPS 1+2 Collector's Edition. Speculation is rife that a new game might be announced, potentially during a rumored Sony State of Play event this month. However, until official confirmation, the nature of the announcement remains a mystery – a new entry in the franchise or a revival of the canceled remaster project?
Regardless, the 25th anniversary promises exciting news for fans of this iconic skateboarding series. Stay tuned for further updates.