Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater Announcement is HAPPENING - Kinda Funny Games Daily 02.24.25
Feb 24, 2025
Excitement brews with the countdown to a Tony Hawk's Pro Skater announcement. The hosts share nostalgic moments and the cool crossover with Call of Duty's new skate park map. They passionately defend Dark Souls 2 while sharing personal gaming experiences. The gaming landscape faces challenges, highlighted by leaks like Assassin's Creed Shadows and potential risks for studios like NetEase. The discussion wraps up with lively banter about upcoming titles and the influence of skate culture on the gaming world.
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Tony Hawk's Pro Skater Announcement
- Tim Geddes expresses excitement about the upcoming Tony Hawk's Pro Skater announcement, referencing a countdown on the official website.
- He discusses the history of the franchise, including the successful 1+2 remake and the hope for a 3+4 remake.
Core of Tony Hawk Games
- Tim Geddes believes the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater franchise's core is key to its success, something recent games have lacked.
- He praises Vicarious Visions for understanding this core in the 1+2 remake.
THUG Level Design
- Tim Geddes discusses the evolution of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater level design, from simple arcade goals to more open designs in later games like THUG.
- He recounts a specific moment in THUG where the player McTwists over a helicopter.