Keyboarding skateboarding games

This choice might seem like a weird one to be on the list. After all, it is a skateboarding game starring the likes of Tarzan, Buzz Lightyear, and a selection of real-life children who appeared in the game after winning an "Extreme Skate Crew" competition.

A hidden gem. Backyard Skateboarding. Backyard Skateboarding was first released in and was such a hit that it won Children's Game of the Year in , with a second edition released in Although it was meant for kids, anyone can enjoy this skateboarding video game. In Backyard Skateboarding, you can choose from several different skateboarders to compete in the Backyard Ultimate Skatepark alongside the pro, Andy Macdonald.

As you advance through different skate environments, like the urban backyard, rooftops, boardwalks, and even a medieval castle, you can gain sponsorships and upgrade your board and player's clothing. The ultimate challenge is to unlock the refurbished skate park environment for even more fun. What to know before buying your first skateboard Excited about picking up a skateboard? The first ….

Thrasher Presents Skate and Destroy. Thrasher Presents Skate and Destroy, released in , was said to have rivaled the Tony Hawk series, technologically speaking. Even though it didn't receive as much recognition, it's still worth making it on the list.

As the player, you get to choose from six different characters before you skate through 12 levels, gaining fame and popularity in the skating community until you finally get to pose for the cover of Thrasher Magazine. Noticing the success Activision was having with the Tony Hawk games, EA decided to get back into the skateboarding scene with the simplistically titled Skate. It boasted a unique flick-based control method in which players had to physically turn the board with their skater's feet using the analog sticks, plus realistic "ragdoll physics," which meant that if you messed up your trick and bailed out, your skater's fall would change based on the environment around them.

Skate was so hyped, it outsold the Tony Hawk game of that era — Proving Ground — by two to one, and to this day it has a cult following from those who believe it was better than Mr. EA captured lightning in a bottle with their first entry into the Skate series. Electronic Arts had made skateboarding games before, most notably developing and publishing Skate or Die! Skate was a significant improvement on those games though, and offered one of the best open worlds in skateboarding games at the time.

Furthermore, the game was praised for its excellent control scheme. The analog gameplay, known as Flickit, gave the series its own unique playstyle. This change in gameplay was enough to convince die-hard fans of the Tony Hawk series to give Skate a try.

Unsurprisingly, from this point onwards all games on this list are from the iconic Tony Hawk series. Developer's Vicarious Visions did an excellent job of recreating the levels for the Xbox One , PC, and PS4, giving them all excellent visual improvements. The game proved yet again that consumers are very interested in remasters of their favorite classic titles.

Despite a change in name from the Pro Skater series, Underground stuck with the series' main mechanics. There were a few notable new additions though. For example, the player could dismount from their board for the first time. Offering levels of exploration not yet seen in the series. Furthermore, the game offered levels of customization that were unparalleled at the time.

Characters, levels, tricks, and much more were all customizable, offering each player a unique and tailor-made experience. The game that started it all. Many of our skateboarding games feature practice sessions, where you can hone your skills on a half-pipe or in a skate park without any time restraints. Compete against virtual characters and your friends, and try to set a new high score! Many of our skateboarding challenges have multiple levels and courses, which will keep you challenged and busy trying to earn the most points.

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