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Move over Tony Hawk

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: September 16, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Someone finally decided they could make a skateboarding video game better than the people over at Neveroft, the makers of Tony Hawk. For almost 9 years now Neversoft has gone unchallenged in the sub-genre of skate games. Now they've finally got some competition.

In skate. gone are the 1,000,000+ point combos in favor of a more realistic trick system. Dubbed the 'Flickit' control method, you control all of your flip and spin tricks with nothing but the two analog sticks on your controller. An ollie requires you to move your thumb back and then flick it forward, much like you would move your foot on a skateboard.

These new controls provide a more realistic and immersive experience, one that Tony Hawk could never deliver.

The game itself has an expansive map with plenty of variety. The number of challenges, and the variety among them, is also plentiful. Customization is on par or above anything you'd find in a Tony Hawk game, with plenty of clothing, boards, trucks, wheels, anything a skater could want.

But be warned, you're actually going to have to get good at this game. Your'e going to have to practice a trick over and over and time your combos well. Your thumb dexterity and percision will be tested, as well as your patience. Some missions can be extremely hard and frustrating if your analog stick isn't quite as responsive as when you bought it new.

Overall, skate. is an incredible game that anyone who's ever played Tony Hawk needs to try. Though not for everyone, skate. provides a refreshingly new way to play in a quickly-getting-stale genre.

never skated, still a blast!

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: September 23, 2007
Author: Amazon User

my skating experience consists of 3 pairs of ripped jeans in 9th grade before i realized it wasn't going to happen. i've never played a tony hawk game in my life. now having explained that, you might wonder why i even considered buying this game. well i wanted something new, and i was a fan of the way EA implemented the thumbsticks in Fight Night so i thought it could be entertaining in this sport as well. i played for roughly 1 hour last night and easily had the hang of the controls after the tutorial. yes the intro movie is a little corny but who cares. this game's draw comes from the unique control scheme and it truly is fun. the graphics are adequate for a next gen game, and the customization of your created skater is extremely in depth. you'll probably lose your mind with the clothing options if you do most of your shopping at PacSun. overall it's a lot of fun and not as hard as some people might make it sound. it'll definately keep me occupied between bioshock and the release of rock band.

A review from decade old veteran

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: October 14, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I started skateboarding when I was 11 years old (1995); I skated for over 10 years until several subsequent injuries forced me to abandon the sport altogether. I've played most of the Tony Hawk franchise games and, while they are fun, they get pretty repetitive and boring after a while, not to mention extremely unrealistic. I was glad to hear that a new breed of skateboarding game was being developed, one that was more realistic and much more rewarding to play. I wanted something that could give me a reminder of what it was like to ride a board. And let me tell you, Skate delivers. It is a fantastic game and truly raises the bar for more skateboarding games to come (here's looking at you THPS). This game really touched me since I can't skate anymore (I am not disabled just so you know, my muscles and joints just can't take the abuse); while playing the game, the scenery, sound effects, and general feel left me yearning the memories of riding around in the sunny salad days of my youth.

Pros:
- realistic tricks, scenery, sounds, etc.
- "Flickit" control system challenges the gamer and (hopefully) sheds a little light on how difficult skateboarding is in real life
- online additions add a lot of value
- ability to replay your best tricks

Cons:
- the rag doll effects of when skaters fall are fairly unrealistic, this sort of jerks you out of the experience
- soundtrack: although there is some good music, the majority of it is pretty lousy
- the colorful comments of your "tutor" are fun, but after a while the guy becomes quite annoying, especially with the shout outs to other skaters in the game (this seems more like inside jokes between skaters and is quite isolating).
- product placement: it is nice that skateboard companies are represented in the game, but it gets a little out of hand. Skateboarding has become too much about fashion as well as being overtly commercial; it irks me that this image is being perpetuated, especially to non-skaters. And the reference to T-Mobile is a little unnecessary.

I would give this game 5 out of 5 if it weren't for those little quirks, so 4 out of 5 will do. Don't get me wrong, this is a fantastic game and well worth the money if you are interested. Give it a try.

Good Game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: October 20, 2007
Author: Amazon User

This game is very nicely done. The independent board and body controls make this a much more realistic game than previous skating games. Overall, a very enjoyable product.

The best skate game ever!!!

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: October 22, 2007
Author: Amazon User

This is the best skate game I ever played, much better than any Tony Hawk's games.
The controls are very similar to real sakting, and the graphics... NO WORDS TO DESCRIBE IT!!
Buy it today and you'll not regret!

Sorry about the english, I'm from Brazil!

wow, just amazing real skateboarding

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: November 04, 2007
Author: Amazon User

THE PEOPLE WHO MADE THIS GAME MUST HAVE SKATED, FEELS LIKE YOUR ON THE BOARD,BECAUSE OF THE BODY MOVEMENT AND HOW YOU SET UP YOUR TRICKS, ALSO HELPS YOU LEARN HOW TO SKATE IN REAL LIFE TOO WHEN YOU GO ON REPLAY MENU
NOW YOU CAN ACTUALY PLAY SKATE THE REAL WAY
NOT JUST PUSHING BUTTIONS WHERE TRICKS ARE EASY, BUT DOING ALL MANUALY
PERFECT FOR US SKATERS, DEFINEY BEATS TONY HAWK

Great Game to Pick up and Play

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: November 16, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Skate is a brand new game made by EA, famouse for it's series of sports games including Madden, NCCA, NBA, and NHL. EA decided to make a high quality skate game to finally compete with the Tony Hawk franchise. But instead of going for the "over the top" feel, EA went with a more realistic approach. You start out as a typical skater and work your way up to become sponsered, make money, and win contests. The game has an almost epic feel, due to it's intro which actually was recorded with a bunch of skaters. Skate's environment broke up into 34 different areas and there are a ton of areas to explore. The game features a ton of popular sponsered skaters and a ton of products that skaters user. The graphics are very good, nothing too impressive but the environment is huge and there are hardly any load times. The one thing I like about this game is there is always something you can do, whether competing in trick contests, down hill racing, or doing video objectives, you'll always keep busy while playing Skate. Overall I highly recommend Skate for anyone who may be interesting in Skateboading.

Not for casual gamers

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 7 / 50
Date: September 21, 2007
Author: Amazon User

There should've been a warning label on this game saying "for actual skaters only"! The controls in Skate are harder to learn than those in Splinter Cell. The graphics are just not good enough. There is a stupid and pointless 15-minute intro movie that you're forced to watch. Doing tricks is nearly impossible with the system this game uses. You have to "flick" the thumbsticks almost to the point of breaking them. And to top it off, the game starts with a forced tutorial that is almost impossible to comnplete due to the pathetic control scheme. Casual gamers stay far away, Skate's just not worth it.

Best skateboarding game ever

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: December 16, 2007
Author: Amazon User

A++! This game is truly amazing.

The most realistic skateboarding game ever created. Very fun.

This game actually offers a challenge do to the realistic and fun to master flick-it system for doing the moves you do in the game.

It's a very interesting game that you'll spend hours upon hours of playing.

It's 1000x better than any tony hawk game.

The video in the beginning is really funny, I liked it.

To the one person who gave it only 1 star:
You must not be very good at video games. Any average gamer could play this game without a sweat.

This is one of those games that are easy to learn but take a lifetime to master. Once you're good you can do some pretty insane tricks. But all tricks are within the realm of possible. Very realistic, fun skating game.

It's not recommended for those who like to do 40 flips over a bridge.

Is recommended for those who like real skateboarding.

5 stars

the best game of all time

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 4
Date: November 28, 2007
Author: Amazon User

this game is amazing i cant stop playing. just play no thinking about it its amazing

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