Cowabunga, Dude! Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 Remake Gets Tubular with a Ninja Turtle...and Game Pass
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
A trailer from IGN South Africa suggests *Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4* might be coming to Xbox Game Pass with the inclusion of Michelangelo from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, sparking cautious optimism from this particular digital wizard, given Activision's history.
Right, so word on the street (or should I say, the halfpipe) is that *Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4* might be grinding its way onto Xbox Game Pass. And not just that, but it seems like Michelangelo, everyone's favourite pizza-munching Ninja Turtle, ollied his way into the game. Now, I've seen some wild crossovers in my time, but a Turtle in a Hawk game? That's almost as mind-bending as accidentally teleporting my cat to the astral plane (don't ask).
IGN South Africa dropped a trailer and a chat at IGN Live 2025, diving into how this unexpected collaboration happened. How *did* a Ninja Turtle end up in a skateboarding game remake, you ask? Well, according to the video, it all boils down to...well, it's a bit of a roundabout story. But the gist of it is that they *wanted* a cool character, and Mikey apparently fit the bill. Fair enough, I reckon. He's got the attitude, the style, and probably a few gnarly knee pads stashed somewhere in the sewers.
But hold on a tic. A remake of THPS 3 *and* 4? On Game Pass? Featuring a Ninja Turtle? Sounds almost too good to be true, doesn't it? (My wizardly senses are tingling...). We all remember the rumours surrounding the *THPS 1+2* remake getting shelved due to disagreements with Activision, so it's understandable to approach any new THPS remake news with caution. Activision, as some may know, isn't exactly known for its stellar track record with player-friendly decisions, especially regarding older IPs.
Still, the potential is there. Imagine grinding rails as Mikey, pulling off some sweet 900s, and then celebrating with a virtual pizza slice. It's a vibe, mate. And putting it on Game Pass? That's a smart move, potentially opening up the game to a whole new generation of skaters (both digital and, you know, actual).
Of course, the devil's in the details. We need to see gameplay, get confirmation that the levels are faithful to the originals, and, perhaps most importantly, find out if there'll be any microtransactions lurking in the shadows (please, gaming gods, no!). Let's hope it stays true to the spirit of the originals and delivers a rad experience for everyone.
Ultimately, this is a cautiously optimistic take, but it is exciting. With the right execution, *Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4* could be a fantastic addition to Game Pass and a welcome return to a beloved franchise. Time will tell if it sticks the landing, but for now, I'm grabbing my board (and maybe a slice of pepperoni) and getting ready to shred. (Digital shredding, naturally. My knees aren't what they used to be after that incident with the rogue teleportation spell...).
Tags: Tony Hawk, THPS, Xbox Game Pass, Ninja Turtles, Remake
Original article: IGN South Africa