Tony Hawks American Sk8land

Alan_C

Has anyone got this? Is it good? I really like the cel-shaded graphics. Is it worth a buy?

RobertFoster

I got it in Xtravision for €20 (2 games for €40) and it's pretty good. It got a good Eurogamer review (the main reason I considered getting another Tony Hawks game).

It's good fun. The challenges I've done so far weren't too challenging, but I'm sure they'll get harder. The inclusion of "classic" mode will keep the game going a good bit longer too. WiFi play is good also, though I've not played much of it.

The only downside I've found is that I don't find the DS comfortable to hold with two hands for long play. The game uses the touch screen to allow you to perform special moves at the touch of an icon instead of learning a button sequence.

Another tiny problem I have is going from playing Tony Hawks games on a large screen to playing on a small screen. I'm missing some rails, or not jumping soon enough to go from one to another...I'm improving this as I get used to the game/levels though

I'd recommend it if you like Tony Hawks games, especially those before THUG.

Jimi-Spandex

I must say I like this game alot.

If you liked the earlier THPS (1+2), you'll like this. I thought the story mode was a bit naff and far too easy, but the classic mode is good. Very good. I haven't been tried it with the wifi yet though.

Crash

I like it, but seeing as i used to play thps games a lot, i find it really easy, which takes a bit of the fun out.

Linkdude

Got it on Wednesday along with Meteos in Xtra-Vision. So far, I haven't really played too much, the main reason I got it was to play Wi-Fi (but nobody is ever online) and besides, I more or less got it for my brother, I pretty much suck at Skating games.

In my time playing it, I think the graphics are really nice, but it's they're not all that clear in some places. I find it irritating to try and gain speed, most of the ramps are a little spaced out (in the levels I've played).

I've read some good reviews, so I'd say if you are into skating games it's worth it, get it for €25 in Xtra-Vision, it's a good deal.

Motley Crue

Ive read the reviews in Games Master, and ive a copy myself for the Gamecube, but i gotta ask what the difference between the two of them is besides no BMX option (that I could see) and less skaters.