Tony Hawk Pro Skater: A Remaster on the Horizon?

Fans of the Tony Hawk Pro Skater franchise have been eagerly anticipating a new entry for years, and if pro skater Tyshawn Jones is to be believed, their patience may soon be rewarded. In a recent interview on Breakfast Club Power 105.1 FM, Jones revealed that he will be a playable character in an upcoming remaster of a Tony Hawk Pro Skater title, hinting at an imminent release.

A Franchise of Highs and Lows

The Tony Hawk Pro Skater series has seen fluctuating popularity over the past decade. The last mainline installment, Tony Hawk Pro Skater 5 (2015), was met with widespread criticism due to glitches, poor physics, and outdated mechanics. Many fans were disappointed to learn that the game was rushed to market before Activision's IP license expired.

However, in 2020, the series made a triumphant comeback with Tony Hawk Pro Skater 1 + 2, a well-received remaster that introduced modernized mechanics and quality-of-life improvements. Now, five years later, the franchise appears to be gearing up for another return.

Hints of a New Remaster

Tyshawn Jones, who was previously featured in Tony Hawk Pro Skater 1 + 2, has hinted that another remaster is in the works. This news aligns with Tony Hawk himself celebrating the 25th anniversary of the franchise last year with a tease about an upcoming game. Whether Jones’ comments refer to the same game teased by Hawk or an entirely different project remains unclear.

While the specific title being remastered remains a mystery, speculation is rampant. Many fans are holding out hope for a remaster of Tony Hawk's Underground and its sequel, two beloved PS2-era classics that introduced a story-driven single-player mode and the groundbreaking ability to get off the skateboard.

A Competitive Skateboarding Game Landscape

Regardless of which Tony Hawk Pro Skater game is released next, it will face direct competition from the upcoming Skate reboot. Simply titled skate., the game will be free-to-play and follow a live-service model. With skate. officially confirmed for release and at least one Tony Hawk Pro Skater remaster heavily rumored, 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting year for skateboarding video game fans.

As more details emerge, fans will have to stay tuned for official announcements regarding the future of the Tony Hawk Pro Skater franchise. Whether it's a remaster of a classic or a brand-new game, the skateboarding genre is set for a major revival.