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More addictive than...anything

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 5 / 7
Date: November 25, 2001
Author: Amazon User

Another excellent Tony Hawk game from Neversoft. They've made considerable improvements, especially the revert landing trick which enables you to link up all your tricks, this can lead to some crazy long sequences and a ton of points. There are also interactive people in the levels, you can hit them, they hit you, talk trash, etc. Each level is designed well, they're really big and interactive. The graphics have also been improved and polished nicely. The soundtrack isn't bad, but the songs get repetitive after playing for hours on end (which is inevitable with Tony Hawk games). All-in-all this game really delivers with enough significant improvements to keep the Tony Hawk franchise on top.

By the way - there really isn't much difference between the GameCube and PS2 version. The GameCube does offer slightly improved graphics, but nothing major. It's worth your money to buy this game for either console.

The Best Skateboarding Game on the Market

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 5 / 7
Date: January 09, 2002
Author: Amazon User

For those of you unfamiliar with the long running Tony Hawk's Pro Skater series, you control one of many proffesional skateboarders (or one of your own creation) around various locales trying to complete goals. These goals include scores, collecting the letters S-K-A-T-E, finding a hidden tape, or finishing some randomized goals for each level. You can grind, grab or flip just about anything you see, and the controls for these tricks are mapped perfectly onto the GameCube controller, the only problem being the slightly too small B (flip) button. The newly added revert trick allows you to continue combinations out of vert tricks, letting you score a great deal higher than in the older games in the series. The only noticeable problem in the game is that the vert ramps are few and far between, so you are going to have to learn a whole new set of grinding skills if you want to have a chance of getting the high score on the levels. Very highly recommended for players of all ages, although parents may want to watch out for the lyrics of the songs and the blood that appears after a nasty spill.

PS2 vs. GameCube the ultimate test.

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 3 / 3
Date: December 04, 2001
Author: Amazon User

Other reviews have gone into what a great game THPS3 is, I think it is too, so I'll let them tell you how great it is, I'm going to compare the two major versions available (PC & PSX versions excluded)

I bought THPS3 for GameCube as a test: The next time a game comes out for both PS2 and GameCube, which one do I buy? The answer: It depends.

The most noticable difference between the PS2 and the GameCue version of this game is that there is no online play for the GameCube version, but it isn't like that matters since neither system has released their online adaptors yet. So until Sony and Nintendo have their network adaptors (who cares about dial-up) on store shelves (or in my case, in Amazon warehouses) it is a moot point.

GameCube advantages: Faster Framerate (for smoother motions) slightly better graphics (nothing to really scream about though), and it also wins out in the same battle N64 won over PSX... better 3-D environment. In other words you don't end up seeing through sections of walls, or having it appear that the camera is now located inside of your character revealing the empty reverse of his hollow body. Sure, this does not occur nearly as much as it did in PSX games, but it still happens.

PS2 advantages: well, there is only one that I have found. Lip balances! On occasion with the GameCube version, when you try to grind on a surface you may instead end up doing some anti-gravitational lip balance. Now this wouldn't bother me so much if it weren't for the fact that when it happens, the camera angle tends to shake (jitter) uncontrolably. This may just be a bug in the game, hopefully it is not a GameCube thing that is going to occur in other games.

Me, I'm keeping my GameCube version and selling the PS2 version to a friend, but that does not mean that I am going to buy a GameCube version over a PS2 version. If a PS2 version comes out with better options, I'm getting the PS2 version.

The best Tony Hawk game ever!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 4 / 6
Date: November 20, 2001
Author: Amazon User

Tony Hawk's PS 3 for Gamecube has better graphics and frame rate thanthe PS2. You actually skate around in real environments, there are pedestrians, cars, and streetlightsthat respond to you. People will try to knock you off your board while you're riding around, and when you cross the street, the streetlights will turn red. This game has it all, even if you're nota big skateboarding fan. Everyone of all ages can play this game and enjoy it. Tony Hawk's PS 3 has a high replay value because you neverdo the same things over and over.If I had to pick a first game for the Gamecube, it would be Tony Hawk's PS 3. I highly recommend this game! God Bless America.

Good game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 6 / 12
Date: November 14, 2001
Author: Amazon User

Tony hawk 3 has set the standard for skateboarding games. This game that has a great comination of graphics,moves,and 2 player action. You can pick out of 12 different pro skaters to skate with,along with 13 different levels.This game is made for childrenbetween the age of 11-14. Tony Hawk 3 is a game that every gamecube owner should have.

Bringing gamers together, two minutes at a time

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 4
Date: December 20, 2001
Author: Amazon User

Here's are some tantalizing tidbits from the THPS3 review at Nintendorks. Enjoy!

"My first experience with a Tony Hawk title came at a friend's house after the release of the original on Playstation. Within an hour I knew exactly how addictive this game was, even though I knew almost nothing about skateboarding in general. And that right there is an important feature of the Tony Hawk series: it's so good, that you don't even have to own a skateboard, know how to use a skateboard, or even to have a desire to do these things to be hooked on this game. Any sports game that can pull you in and not let go even if you have merely a passing interest in the sport itself goes beyond the genre which seems mainly for enthusiasts and diehards and becomes quite simply, but all the more impressive, 'just a game.' Yes, it may seem like a derogatory thing to say, but Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3 is one of those games that defies its supposed genre and target audience and becomes something universal.

This game is quite possibly one of the most replayable titles for launch, and probably will remain up there into next year. Even without online play, the multiplayer is outstanding, featuring a large and diverse number of modes to compete in. Graffiti is an addictive matchup that will allow for less experienced players to still have a shot at taking on even the most experienced player since often times victory goes to one with the opposite mantra of both Nintendo and the Iron Chef: 'quantity, not quality.' Yes, pulling off huge combos is always a good way to win, but I don't know how many times I've personally lost to people at this mode simply because they performed smaller point tricks on more places further out in the course. Horse is back and still exciting, as is the simple joy of Trick Attack. Oh yes, and let's not forget Slap! Yes, Slap! is one of the craziest modes, because you are attempting to build up your special meter and then run head-on into your opponent to score points. This mode is almost as addictive as the Battle mode in Mario Kart.

Is this game worth adding to your GameCube collection? Yes. By all means. There are not words of proper caliber to express how addictive this game is. And if, by some bizarre act of psychosis, you get tired of the courses available, you have the option of making your own with the well constructed create-a-park feature. It takes awhile to create a worthy course, but once you do, you'll find yourself endlessly entertained by the fact that you're tricking off ramps you placed. In fact, that's a main theme in this game: self-satisfaction. Level goals and beating your friends can only go so far for entertainment value, but this game goes that extra mile and allows you to play simply for the sheer value of saying 'look what I can do,' and bringing a childlike enthusiasm to even the oldest gamer. If you're willing to put in the time, no matter who you are, you will grow to love this game."

Tony (And Others) Do It Again!

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: September 02, 2002
Author: Amazon User

In most video-games,usually the third entry gets pretty boring,except for enhanced graphic.
Not so with Tony.
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 is in many ways as good (if not better) than it's 2 predeccesors.With more levels,increased play value between 2 players,unlockable skaters and bonus levels and a modified,one-of-a-kind create-a-skater and park options,it undoubtedly surpasses it's prequels.
Of course,every game has it's down-sides. THPS 3's is the overly exaggerated blood. It so ridiculous, it takes the fun away, and you can't even turn it off! I even searched all over the internet for a code to edit it, but turned up nothing.The other bad thing is it's harder control.
I would have given it a 5, but the blood is DUMB.The others are total 5. Definiteley...

fun in the sun

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: September 29, 2002
Author: Amazon User

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater has brought you quality gaming since the first edition. Skaters and non-skaters rejoice! The Hawk is back, and this time better than ever. Graphics-wise, this game is far superior to most of the stuff out on the market. Sure, it isn't Resident Evil, but it doesn't have to be.

Improved features include Create A Skater, Park Editor, and board personalization. Create A Skater has the added bonus of female skaters (yay!) and a huge aresenal of clothing, accesories, pads, sneakers, hats, glasses, and even socks! You can customize the age, weight, and height of your skater, and even pick differeny body builds and faces. There's nearly endless possibilities.

Park Editor, as usual, is a bit lacking. It's improved much from THPS 2, but it still could be more. I don't mess around with it too much. It's complicated, hard to work with, and kind of useless.

Board personalization is beyond awesome. There's tons and tons of pro decks to choose from, and even a huge selection of grip tape. Not to mention the usual features, like wheel color. Now that we're all decked out, it's time to skate!

Levels range from an icy park in Canada to Skater Island and big-time cities like Los Angeles and Tokyo. Unlike the previous THPS games, interaction with pedestrians is limited but abundant. Cars stop at red lights and, depending on the driver, run you over or pull their vechile to a stop. If you run into a girl, they'll punch you in the face. Pedestrians taunt you when you fall, and congratulate you when you land a sick trick.

Tokyo is, by the far, the best level. It's colorful, fast, futuristic, colorful, loud, the perfect size. There's combos, ramps, and rails galore, and did I mention that they're all bright and neon and colorful?

My only peeve with the levels (and only a few) is that some are ridiculously large. There's a lot of wasted space, and you can get lost pretty easily. But the graphics are sweet enough to make up for that.

You'll be expected to pull of big tricks, oldskool and newskool. It's easier to rack up the points, but to beat goals and place in comps you're expected to go a lot bigger and get pretty technical. All of that can be mastered, though not as easily as the first two - after all, it's only a video game.

When you can't skate because it's raining cats and cows, pop Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3 into your Gamecube for some sun. Worth every penny.

SO SO

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: July 17, 2004
Author: Amazon User

THIS GAME IS HARD to control ( the characters ) and the music stinks and its a little boring but its cool because you can play as over 100 skaters including wolverine, Darth Maul, Kelly Slater, and a lot more!

My main man Tony

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 5
Date: January 09, 2002
Author: Amazon User

How much persuading can one take before you finally break down and buy the game? I hope you don't waste too much time reading about Tony Hawk 3 because this is one of those games that you really should already be playing. THPS 3 is the best yet in an already outstanding franchise. If you've enjoyed any of the other Tony Hawk games (or even if you already own one), this third installment is much better. There's plenty of stuff to do as a single player, but the two-player mode has also been extended greatly. THPS 3 is fairly realistic, too, not only in the way it looks, but also how it plays. Unlike its predecessors, you aren't given quite the exaggerated air time as before. I realize this cuts down on fancy air tricks, but grinding is twice as fun as before (and that's a lot of fun, so you know). -- Excellent graphics, well-designed and interactive levels, great music, and an overall smooth and fast gameplay. Really, folks, you can't get any better.

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