Ramps, snacks, and combos steal the show
By Paul Hunter
Toronto got flipped upside down as Xbox Canada rolled in with the Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 Skate Hang—a high-energy collision of skating, gaming, and throwback vibes. Held in the heart of downtown, the event fused local skate culture with a hands-on look at the upcoming remake. Fans dropped in for demo runs, caught live ramp sessions, grabbed Taco Bell, and even got inked with on-site tattoos inspired by the series.
Graffiti walls, CRT skate vids, and a DJ spinning classic THPS tracks set the tone—this wasn’t just a game demo. It was a love letter to skate culture and the Tony Hawk legacy, buzzing with fan energy ahead of the game’s July 11 launch. Fresh off THPS Fest’s park reveals, returning skaters, and soundtrack drops, the Skate Hang was the real-world hype moment fans didn’t know they needed.
This wasn’t your average promo event—it was a full-blown celebration. The venue came alive with live ramp jams from local skaters, demo stations lined with skate-punk decor, and CRTs looping legendary skate footage. The THPS 3 + 4 demo was front and center, but the experience was much more than just stick time.
Fuel stations courtesy of Taco Bell and Red Bull kept the crowd energized between runs. Flash tattoo artists dished out ink straight from the Tony Hawk universe. Whether you were landing virtual tricks or watching real ones, the whole thing felt like a community block party built for skate nerds, game lovers, and everyone in between.
The space may have been tight, but the energy was huge. It didn’t matter if you came for the boards, the gameplay, or the vibe—Xbox Canada nailed the tone, the nostalgia, and the fun.
The Foundry Demo delivered exactly what longtime fans wanted: pure arcade-style flow with a modern polish. Two skaters. Two iconic levels. Two-minute Single Sessions. It was enough to hook you—and get you right back in the groove.
Foundry (from THPS 3) was compact and fast, full of rails, verts, and molten metal mayhem. College (from THPS 4) was bigger and more open—great for exploring, but fans kept it tight to squeeze out high scores. Tony Hawk and Rayssa Leal were playable, and it only took a few runs before players were chaining combos like they’d never left.
The soundtrack? Pure gold. Run The Jewels, CKY, Motorhead, and Lupe Fiasco blasted through the booth while CRTs played old skate vids and the FMV-style intro rolled on loop. The vibe screamed late-’90s and early-2000s—gritty, loud, and fun as hell.
Most people didn’t play once—they kept coming back for more.
With launch just around the corner, the Skate Hang felt like the perfect send-off. It wasn’t just a demo—it was a proper party. From the live skating to the tight controls, from the crowd energy to the deep-cut nostalgia, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 looks ready to reclaim its throne.
Missed the event? You can still hit the Foundry Demo via Game Pass or pre-order. Two levels, tight controls, and a soundtrack that hits hard—it’s more than enough to get your fingers twitching.
The full game lands July 11 on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, PC, Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Whether you’re returning for that first Warehouse grind or chasing combos in Airport, now’s the time to dust off your deck and get back in the game.
By Paul Hunter
Toronto got flipped upside down as Xbox Canada rolled in with the Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 Skate Hang—a high-energy collision of skating, gaming, and throwback vibes. Held in the heart of downtown, the event fused local skate culture with a hands-on look at the upcoming remake. Fans dropped in for demo runs, caught live ramp sessions, grabbed Taco Bell, and even got inked with on-site tattoos inspired by the series.
Graffiti walls, CRT skate vids, and a DJ spinning classic THPS tracks set the tone—this wasn’t just a game demo. It was a love letter to skate culture and the Tony Hawk legacy, buzzing with fan energy ahead of the game’s July 11 launch. Fresh off THPS Fest’s park reveals, returning skaters, and soundtrack drops, the Skate Hang was the real-world hype moment fans didn’t know they needed.
This wasn’t your average promo event—it was a full-blown celebration. The venue came alive with live ramp jams from local skaters, demo stations lined with skate-punk decor, and CRTs looping legendary skate footage. The THPS 3 + 4 demo was front and center, but the experience was much more than just stick time.
Fuel stations courtesy of Taco Bell and Red Bull kept the crowd energized between runs. Flash tattoo artists dished out ink straight from the Tony Hawk universe. Whether you were landing virtual tricks or watching real ones, the whole thing felt like a community block party built for skate nerds, game lovers, and everyone in between.
The space may have been tight, but the energy was huge. It didn’t matter if you came for the boards, the gameplay, or the vibe—Xbox Canada nailed the tone, the nostalgia, and the fun.
The Foundry Demo delivered exactly what longtime fans wanted: pure arcade-style flow with a modern polish. Two skaters. Two iconic levels. Two-minute Single Sessions. It was enough to hook you—and get you right back in the groove.
Foundry (from THPS 3) was compact and fast, full of rails, verts, and molten metal mayhem. College (from THPS 4) was bigger and more open—great for exploring, but fans kept it tight to squeeze out high scores. Tony Hawk and Rayssa Leal were playable, and it only took a few runs before players were chaining combos like they’d never left.
The soundtrack? Pure gold. Run The Jewels, CKY, Motorhead, and Lupe Fiasco blasted through the booth while CRTs played old skate vids and the FMV-style intro rolled on loop. The vibe screamed late-’90s and early-2000s—gritty, loud, and fun as hell.
Most people didn’t play once—they kept coming back for more.
With launch just around the corner, the Skate Hang felt like the perfect send-off. It wasn’t just a demo—it was a proper party. From the live skating to the tight controls, from the crowd energy to the deep-cut nostalgia, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 looks ready to reclaim its throne.
Missed the event? You can still hit the Foundry Demo via Game Pass or pre-order. Two levels, tight controls, and a soundtrack that hits hard—it’s more than enough to get your fingers twitching.
The full game lands July 11 on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, PC, Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Whether you’re returning for that first Warehouse grind or chasing combos in Airport, now’s the time to dust off your deck and get back in the game.