Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4

 GameCube
Metascore
91

Universal acclaim - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
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  1. Armchair Empire
    93
    More of the same with a few extras throw in. But that’s not a bad thing – not by a long shot.
  2. Cheat Code Central
    100
    This year's installment puts all others to shame.
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  3. Entertainment Weekly
    83
    With timeless beats like De La Soul's "Oodles of O's" plus pre-Mortal Kombat combos (which don't require memorizing 56 moves), you'll forget you actually bought this game for your kid. [25 Oct 2002, p.83]
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  5. Game Informer
    90
    Many missions - while fun - take away from the skating, which is why we play the game. [Dec 2002, p.130]
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  6. GamePro
    90
    Slowdown, in this day and age? Believe it—it comes and goes, depending on the environment and how it’s populated, but it’s definitely noticeable during some vert tricks, and it’s simply not there on the PS2 and Xbox versions.
  7. GamerWeb Nintendo
    90
    I really got into "THPS 3" and I'm happy to report that THPS 4 is a better game in every possible way.
  8. GameSpot
    92
    The deeper single-player and improved multiplayer modes makes Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4 the most tightly-packed installment in the series to date, and the slightly refined gameplay is still unmatched in the GameCube's action sports arena.
  9. GameSpy
    93
    Its depth and addictiveness is second to none. If the GameCube is your only console, then I wholeheartedly recommend this game.
  10. GameZone
    93
    Takes all the best elements from the past three games and polishes them to a blinding shine.
  11. Gaming Age
    91
    Go ahead and pick your favorite system and help yourself to another dose of the best skating game franchise on the planet.
  12. IGN
    91
    This is absolutely, without a doubt, the most complete and impressive edition of the THPS series yet.
  13. Maxim Online
    80
    Freed from time constraints, you now accomplish level-specific goals—like outmaneuvering skater-busting cops—to advance while on the lookout for secret minigames.
  14. netjak
    96
    A vast improvement over its predecessors.
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  15. Nintendo Power
    82
    Freeform action and customizability make THPS 4 the Hawk's best skate yet. [Dec 2002, p.216]
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  16. Nintendojo
    93
    While for the most part the tried and true Tony Hawk gameplay is still intact, this latest release in the series gives it a breath of freshness.
  17. Nintendophiles
    90
    It is as solid as past installments, only not as amazing and shocking.
  18. NintendoWorldReport
    90
    Though THPS4 may not be the best introduction to the series due to its steep learning curve, it makes an excellent follow-up for the legions of THPS fans already out there.
  19. Play Magazine
    100
    Where else can you skate to Iron Maiden, AC/DC, De La Soul, Public Enemy and the Sex Pistols? "Evolution Skateboarding"? Yeah, right! [Dec 2002, p.76]
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  20. TotalGames.net
    92
    With it’s in-depth and lengthy Career mode and multiplayer that rivals the best the GameCube can offer, Tony Hawk’s 4 should find a home with any true gamer.

Awards & Rankings

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#6 Best GameCube Game of 2002
40
#40 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2002

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User Score
8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 37 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 37
  3. Negative: 3 out of 37
  1. TheQuietGamer
    Mar 7, 2011
    9
    I wasn't sure what to expect when I bought this game, as I'm not a huge fan of these types of games, but I really liked this game, it's simpleI wasn't sure what to expect when I bought this game, as I'm not a huge fan of these types of games, but I really liked this game, it's simple to learn but difficult to master, and things like the ability to make your own skatepark really add to the re-play value of this game, this is a game I can highly recommend.… Full Review »
  2. ProfAmateur
    Jan 27, 2022
    9
    This Game was so cool. Many Levels, crazy Quests and hidden Things. One of the best Games I have played in the Childhood.
  3. [Anonymous]
    May 12, 2004
    10
    This is yet another great Tony Hawk game. There is so much to do. There are so many goals and moves to discover that it surprised me. And This is yet another great Tony Hawk game. There is so much to do. There are so many goals and moves to discover that it surprised me. And what else surprised me was that this game is as good on the GameCube as it is on the PS2 or Xbox.… Full Review »
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