Typically what one would expect from a remake is that the development team would publish the game with improved graphics, audio and (where relevant) gameplay and then move on to the next project. But more and more we are seeing these games receiving post-launch content updates which deliver new functionality, narrative and cosmetic bonuses. Delivering a cross-over which would have been unlikely back in the 90s when the games were first released, Activision has confirmed that tomorrow’s update for Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 & 2 will introduce new cosmetic items based around the Crash Bandicoot franchise – the rights of which now belong to Activision.
Players will be able to access a collection of 13 new Crash-themed items available in Create-a-Skater Mode. This cosmetic swag, available free of charge, includes nine shirts, three hats and one new skateboard deck.
This is not purely a Tony Hawk x Crash Bandicoot update however, with tomorrow’s update incorporating a range of updates including:
New Charity-Supporting DLC
Created in collaboration with The Skatepark Project (formerly the Tony Hawk Foundation), the Birdman Pack features classic and additional boards from Birdhouse and Powell-Peralta not originally included in the game, as well as an exclusive new TSP deck created specifically for charity. This limited time Create-A-Skater 10-deck bundle will be available as downloadable for SRP $7.55 AUD, and 100% of Activision’s net proceeds for this pack will help support the construction of public skateparks for youth in underserved communities.
Shred with Each Skater in Solo Tours
Now, players will be able to replay Tours mode with individual skaters allowing them to max out stats with each of their favourite pros. At the start of each Solo Tour, all Goals and Medals will be reset, while current Tours mode will move to “Crew Tours” so previous progress will not be lost.
New Challenge Sets, Tuning and More
New objectives within online Multiplayer, Create-A-Park and Combo Practice will reward fans with plenty of XP and in-game Cash to spend at the Skate Shop, while skilled players will be able to reach Level 100 and earn XP faster. Multiplayer playlists will also be improved for better randomisation of Parks and Scores in both Jams and Competitive modes.
Fan-Favourites from Create-A-Deck Contest
Three talented fans won the right to have their art featured as custom decks in Create-A-Skater as part of a recent community contest. Fans can ride these masterpieces in the game now.
The update is expected to go live from 3.00am AEDT / 5.00am NZDT on Saturday 7 November 2020 on the Windows PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
