Ollie-Oops! Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 Bails on Controversial Guitar Hero Trash-Talking
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
A *Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4* Easter egg featuring a *Guitar Hero* game in a trash can is getting the boot after player outcry, reminding us that even virtual skateboarding needs a bit of diplomacy. Seems even digital rivals deserve a little respect, eh?
Right, so it seems the developers over at *Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4* have had a bit of a 'whoopsie' moment. A cheeky Easter egg, spotted by eagle-eyed players, has landed them in a bit of hot water. What was it? A discarded *Guitar Hero* game tucked away in a trash can within the 'Waterpark' level. Ouch.
Now, before you start picturing boardroom brawls and legal threats, let's be real. It's more likely someone thought it was a funny little nod to gaming's past. But, as they say, the road to hell is paved with good intentions (and discarded plastic guitars, apparently).
The discovery, originally highlighted by user will-powers on the *Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4* subreddit, quickly became a talking point. And not exactly the kind the devs were hoping for. I mean, imagine finding a rival's game in the bin – it’s hardly a sign of mutual respect, is it?
Iron Galaxy, the developers behind the remake, swiftly responded, stating on their official Reddit account that the Easter egg would be removed in the next update. They also added that they have "the utmost respect for everyone who makes games" and would be investigating how the, shall we say, *pointed* reference got into the game in the first place. (Sounds like someone's getting extra cleaning duties!)
Now, I'm not going to lie, it does seem a bit harsh to bury *Guitar Hero* like that. I reckon both *Tony Hawk* and *Guitar Hero* defined the glory days of gaming back in the 2000s, it almost feels like kicking a legend when it's down. Plus, *Guitar Hero* let you live out your rockstar fantasies without the whole 'learning an instrument' thing. Pretty revolutionary stuff!
This isn't the first time *Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4* has raised eyebrows with its Easter eggs. Remember that Bikini Bottom one that was locked behind the Deluxe Edition? (Yeah, still not over that one.) It just goes to show that even seemingly harmless little secrets can cause a bit of a stir. But hey, at least they're listening to the community and nipping this one in the bud.
So, what's the takeaway, mates? Even in a world of kickflips, grinding, and endless combos, a little bit of gaming diplomacy goes a long way. Now if you'll excuse me, I'm off to dust off my old plastic guitar...
Tags: Tony Hawk, Guitar Hero, Easter Egg, Gaming News, Iron Galaxy
Original article: Game Rant