Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3: I still can't believe I haven't reviewed this game yet
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100% score
It's another year and another Tony Hawk game has come out.i ran out adn got this game the day it came out.I am still playing it to this day[its because I'm a big fan of the series],it has much replay value and one of the most splendid game engines ever.For the first THPS game on the PS2 it takes advantage of the hardware with very detailed character models and very populated levels.Neversoft also took some time to work on the animations and they are nearly flawless at a constant 60FPS.The levels are good with a lot of detail but you'll be wondering why some of the levels in this game are so small like Las Angeles or the Suburbs.You also may be a little dissapointed because if you read about things like how a objective can change a level a lot[Las Angeles earth quake comes to mind],it doesn't.THPS2 had one of the best liscensed soundtracks in a game ever with very diverse music.Well THPS3 has a alright soundtrack but most rap on the CD and some of the songs from major bands on this game aren't really good.Still you can shuffle the music and get rid of music you don't like.Now the gameplay in THPS3 always has a major improvement,this time it is the revert that causes you by pressing R2 button to move your vert trick swiftly into a manual and link more tricks.Oh yeah and you will have to adjust your THPS2 skills,you'll fall a lot at first.It isn't a question if you'll have fun while playing this game,there is so many unlockable characters and you'll feel a constant need to improve your skills.Also you can try out the highly revamped park editor and creat a player modes.If you feel the need to prove your skills,you can go online.I've been fortunate enough to have my PS2 online for a year.All of the multiplayer games are there and there is nearly no lag what so ever.So go get this gmae,it may be easier by a lot from THPS2 it is still a very challenging game.What are you waiting for,go pick it up!
