Tony Hawk's Underground

 PlayStation 2
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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 182 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 155 out of 182
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 182
  3. Negative: 8 out of 182
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  1. VLG
    Aug 22, 2023
    9
    Absolutely fantastic, it's punk atmosphere was fascinating and exciting back then. It has so much personality it compensates for everything else.
  2. Killerpummkin
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    This game is fantastic. Good plot and attractive elements. The objectives are well-planned. You won't complete this game in a single day because there is so much to accomplish.
  3. Mahls
    Sep 24, 2022
    10
    Best game in the series no questions asked. Very fun levels and story. Some of the best secret characters in the series.
  4. randrewmccarthy
    Mar 21, 2022
    10
    A phenomenal and ground breaking game. The addition of walking/running mechanics and various vehicles made the game feel enormous with endless possibilities. The skating was fantastic as it was in the previous game. The customization of your character made for an enthralling experience that I still revisit on my old PS2 even two decades later. This was the Tony Hawk at it's finest.
  5. DjNinjaRj
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    The game is totally awsome and everyone should have it cause the customization and everything to do with this game just is so awsome!!! Be sure to get the broadband adaptor and play on-line to get totally into the game. A change of breed doesn't do anything to this game but make it awesome! An extremely revamped Create-A mode setup is shown here, with the Create-A-Park mode in this gameThe game is totally awsome and everyone should have it cause the customization and everything to do with this game just is so awsome!!! Be sure to get the broadband adaptor and play on-line to get totally into the game. A change of breed doesn't do anything to this game but make it awesome! An extremely revamped Create-A mode setup is shown here, with the Create-A-Park mode in this game probably the best part about it. The story is no good, but the Career Mode itself is pretty magnificent. An extremely addictive game in the series, and an instant recommendation to anybody anywhere!!… Expand
  6. alexandrea
    Nov 25, 2021
    8
    This one is straight banger. I loved almost every single secong i passed with this game.
  7. B387pp1
    Feb 9, 2021
    10
    This game has been my all-time favorite for some time now. Better and more engaging story than any Marvel movie, amazing gameplay, and the graphics are good for the time. Great animation, and no major glitches. And the story is about skating this time! There is no bad part to this game, its flawless. A 90 is low for this game.
  8. KaleSungurCrane
    Nov 20, 2020
    8
    OVERALL - 87%

    Gameplay - 8/10
    Graphics (for time) - 6/10
    Story - 7/10
    Game Length - 7/10
    Characters - 8/10
    Level/Area Design - 8/10
    Atmosphere - 7/10
    Sound Effects - 8/10
    Soundtrack - 10/10
    Replay Value - 8/10

    Don't have the timeless punch of THPS2/3 but with I enjoyed the addition of an actual story to the gameplay. Great soundtrack as always from THUG.
  9. YoungCritic007
    Nov 7, 2020
    10
    Best story in a Tony Hawk game ever. More tricks that are killer, Create a Skater that is so good current sports game wish they had that **** and create a park is so good that I forgot modding levels to make them look good was a thing. U can play older levels that take some thinking to find, and the best jackass to rival u ERIC SPARROW. The only thing to complain about is that the graphicsBest story in a Tony Hawk game ever. More tricks that are killer, Create a Skater that is so good current sports game wish they had that **** and create a park is so good that I forgot modding levels to make them look good was a thing. U can play older levels that take some thinking to find, and the best jackass to rival u ERIC SPARROW. The only thing to complain about is that the graphics aren't the best.... but **** the graphics when the game play is just better. This may not be the most favorable for all players in general, but for hardcore Tony Hawk fans that find the series as a cult, this game is the best next to THPS2. Also **** IRON MAN… Expand
  10. genesisdoes
    Oct 2, 2020
    8
    When it comes to tracking my history with video games, you can't go much further back than Tony Hawk's Underground. This was the first video game I ever loved. The first game I ever truly got excited about and one of the first video games in general that I remember playing.

    To me, it's the peak of the Tony Hawk series from a story standpoint and damn near the peak from a gameplay    When it comes to tracking my history with video games, you can't go much further back than Tony Hawk's Underground. This was the first video game I ever loved. The first game I ever truly got excited about and one of the first video games in general that I remember playing.

    To me, it's the peak of the Tony Hawk series from a story standpoint and damn near the peak from a gameplay standpoint. It has some of the best levels the series has to offer, the best soundtrack in my opinion and is overall just, to me, the best full package that the series ever sold.

    The story mode is what most people remember and is where the game shines most. This was the first time the series went for an actual story based campaign, following your created character as they embark on a journey through all the ins and outs of being a professional skater. It's pretty realistic for a lot of it, being based on a culmination of several pro skaters actual stories, but there's definitely some completely unrealistic video game stuff in there as well. A lot of the missions are dumb and kinda make no sense but honestly, it adds to the charm for me. What isn't charming is the vehicles. Whoever thought adding vehicles to this game was a good idea should've been fired, they handle like they're on ice and the levels are not designed with them in mind.

    The game also has some incredibly difficult missions on the hardest difficulty so I definitely had my fair share of yelling at the TV and taking long breaks but after 16 years, I finally managed to beat the game on the hardest difficulty. That's a milestone I'm legitimately proud of.

    If I rated games solely on personal enjoyment, this would be an 11 out of 10 but I like to keep things a little more objective. It's one of my favorite games of all time and by far the most nostalgic game for me but I can easily say its glaring flaws.
    I beat this game in March of 2020 after beating it countless times before.    … Expand
  11. Sitheral
    Jun 14, 2020
    9
    I decided to give it a high score not because of its story (its nice that its there, but come on), not because of its themes, but because the level design is off the charts here. It really is fantastic game to boot and every little thing from previous games combined with a possibility to get of the deck and still maintain that damn combo results in a great, complex gameplay. You can evenI decided to give it a high score not because of its story (its nice that its there, but come on), not because of its themes, but because the level design is off the charts here. It really is fantastic game to boot and every little thing from previous games combined with a possibility to get of the deck and still maintain that damn combo results in a great, complex gameplay. You can even get inside some vehicles, but the moment you do that, controls change from godlike to terrible.… Expand
  12. Cmmcfreire
    May 7, 2020
    10
    Story - 7/10 (nostalgia is strong on this one)
    Gameplay - 10/10
    Graphics - 9/10
    Soundtrack - 10/10 (punk and hip hop parts of the soundtrack are godlike)
    Levels - 10/10 (manhattan and new jersey are top tier TH levels)
    Replay value - 10/10
  13. tiner1vg
    Feb 23, 2020
    10
    da greatest thps game. therefore da greatest game. **** u eric u sparrow piece of **** !
  14. Nicotine420
    Nov 20, 2019
    10
    So here I am
    Doing everything I can
    Holding on to what I am
    Pretending that I'm a Superman

    This is probably one of my most favorite game of all time
  15. macronsilver332
    Jun 22, 2019
    10
    Two words, Perfect Game, Way better than any tony hawk that's Proving Ground or later.
  16. DerekSCritic
    Jan 12, 2019
    10
    My personal favorite in the Tony Hawk series! Tony Hawk's Underground has to be the best in the series with a fantastic career mode, fun gameplay, well designed levels, a great soundtrack, and several great customization options. The career mode follows your character starting from the underground and becoming a pro skateboarder. Also, this was the first game in the series that allowedMy personal favorite in the Tony Hawk series! Tony Hawk's Underground has to be the best in the series with a fantastic career mode, fun gameplay, well designed levels, a great soundtrack, and several great customization options. The career mode follows your character starting from the underground and becoming a pro skateboarder. Also, this was the first game in the series that allowed your player to get off their board which is a very necessary refinement. The levels in this game are very well designed and flow perfectly together for massive combos. However, one of the best parts of this game has to be the customization options. There are several including Create-A-Park, Create-A-Skater, Create-A-Trick and even Create-A-Goal. This game allows so much control to the player that it makes the game very fun and awesome. Tony Hawk's Underground easily has to be the best in the Tony Hawk series.… Expand
  17. Shadow1
    May 2, 2016
    8
    The best Tony Hawk on PS2 . This game has got very good graphics for 2003 and funny game on two . Many different things and many skaters . This game is best game about skateboarding on PlayStation 2 . 8/10 . Interesting and Funny game .
  18. MedkitMedia
    Jan 11, 2016
    10
    12 to 13 years after release and I still play this game at least once a week. From epic music from Alkaline Trio to Bracket to awesome gameplay that has no competition, this game is one of the best games out there.
  19. AOTfan123
    Jan 9, 2015
    10
    The best game in the series. This game was the first in the series to have a story mode and have the ability to edit almost anything in the game along with driving and have the ability to walk, the driving is not the best but the walking really helps to get you on buildings and save your combos and the story mode tells a really good story, the levels are fun and the soundtrack has 78The best game in the series. This game was the first in the series to have a story mode and have the ability to edit almost anything in the game along with driving and have the ability to walk, the driving is not the best but the walking really helps to get you on buildings and save your combos and the story mode tells a really good story, the levels are fun and the soundtrack has 78 songs filled with Hip Hop, Punk, and Rock which is filled with a lot of good songs. Overall this game is addicting and will keep you busy for hours.… Expand
  20. GryphusHUN
    Oct 21, 2013
    10
    Tony Hawk games were always great......for the most part. Tony Hawk's Underground is an example of a great game. This "part" of the series was very revolutionary, this was the first Tony Hawk game with a storyline, you and your friend Eric Sparrow want to become the greatest skater in the world. The game wasn't too long, if you "pro" in TH games you can do it in 6-5 hours. There was someTony Hawk games were always great......for the most part. Tony Hawk's Underground is an example of a great game. This "part" of the series was very revolutionary, this was the first Tony Hawk game with a storyline, you and your friend Eric Sparrow want to become the greatest skater in the world. The game wasn't too long, if you "pro" in TH games you can do it in 6-5 hours. There was some change in the gameplay, now you can get off your board, this function made it easier to reach pepole with goals, higher places, also now you can drive cars, this function is worked horrible. The level design was great, and the Create-a- is expanded, now you can create your own deck, and the Park creator was less frustrating. If you completed the game once in beginner difficulty you've unlocked one of the most epic characters in a Tony Hawk game: Iron Man, also you can go to a KISS concert level. You can get many,many secrets, for example the Hangar level from THPS2. The controls and the graphics in this game was awesome at the time. Oh, I almost forgot to mention the soundtrack, oh my God the soundtrack;Busdriver,Supernatural,Alkaine Trio,Angry Amputees,Bad Religion.
    Many pepole said that after Underground the Tony Hawk games was not the same, and I kind of agree with them. Overall this game wasn't bad as it's sequel, the story and the gameplay was great, and the soundtrack is good too also the graphics were great, I've played this game many,many times. Good luck, have fun     … Expand
  21. Dsoy
    Oct 3, 2013
    10
    While not my favorite game of the series, Tony Hawk's Underground is one of my favorite games of all time, and one I will be playing again and again. I love the game so much I don't even pay attention to the flaws.
  22. Jboy2468
    Nov 25, 2011
    10
    A change of breed doesn't do anything to this game but make it awesome! An extremely revamped Create-A mode setup is shown here, with the Create-A-Park mode in this game probably the best part about it. The story is no good, but the Career Mode itself is pretty magnificent. An extremely addictive game in the series, and an instant recommendation to anybody anywhere!!
  23. Graves
    Sep 18, 2011
    10
    This game is at the same time of the first games I've ever owned myself, and also one of the best games I've ever played! I have just positive things to say about this game: A great storyline, good graphics (for a game made in 2003) and lots of unique tricks! Another big plus is that you can now edit your skater, deck, parks and even your own tricks! If you like Skate games then this is aThis game is at the same time of the first games I've ever owned myself, and also one of the best games I've ever played! I have just positive things to say about this game: A great storyline, good graphics (for a game made in 2003) and lots of unique tricks! Another big plus is that you can now edit your skater, deck, parks and even your own tricks! If you like Skate games then this is a game you should definitely get.… Expand
  24. starmario123
    Apr 27, 2011
    9
    9.5/10 = Incredible = The last great Tony Hawk game ever made. This game is addictive and a blast to play. It's new features allow for unlimited amounts of replay value. I loved creating new missions and levels!!
  25. JohnD.
    Nov 17, 2007
    5
    Very weak in my oppinion. The story was ok byt at this point Tony Hawk's just had lost "IT." I'd rather but THPS2 again and again.
  26. Sophie
    Aug 15, 2007
    9
    Awesome fun, especially with friends!
  27. LividFiction
    Nov 26, 2006
    5
    I had extremely high hopes for THUG prior to its release and my playing it. When I finally did get my hands on it, I felt as if all my hopes had been met, surpassed, and put in a bubble and launched into space. There soon appeared a horrible problem with the game, however: It had zero replay value. The story is a novelty that loses its appeal after the first time through, and the ability I had extremely high hopes for THUG prior to its release and my playing it. When I finally did get my hands on it, I felt as if all my hopes had been met, surpassed, and put in a bubble and launched into space. There soon appeared a horrible problem with the game, however: It had zero replay value. The story is a novelty that loses its appeal after the first time through, and the ability to walk around the levels certainly cannot make up for lost replay value.… Expand
  28. JakeG.
    Jul 24, 2006
    10
    This is a great game. Good story line and nice features. The goals are thought out. Theres so much to do so you won't finish this game in a day.
  29. GeorgeG.
    Sep 25, 2005
    8
    Good for a while but does get samely and boring after a bit.
  30. JacobK.
    Aug 19, 2004
    10
    Freakin' KEWL!!!
  31. MakeANOTHERTHRASHER!
    Jul 6, 2004
    8
    Good music,good tricks, GREAT SKATERS! but not quite the "Thrasher" i was looking for. Rockstar get out there and Make a "THRASHER 2" and give the kids a game which is all skateboarding with the THUG spirit.
  32. jackm
    Jun 3, 2004
    2
    OMG ermmmm can sum one pleez tell me wot dis lame piece of a cr@p is meant 2 b? graphics look like theyve been chucked 2 gether by a 3 year old, and sum of da trix r retarded like da one where u do a manual wit 2 boards???? im sorry but where da hell does does da other board come from??? AND there is no change wat so ever 2 da other tony hawks, truely dissapointing
  33. KralinB.
    Feb 15, 2004
    10
    The Fifth game in the Tony Hawk series is better than ever with thrilling levels, graphics, and a bit of humor too. This time, you don't just go around and do stupid goals that mean nothing. This time, your the star- going from an unknown local skater in Jersey to becoming a very-known Pro. The fact that you can make the skater look like you is sick too. I say it's one of the The Fifth game in the Tony Hawk series is better than ever with thrilling levels, graphics, and a bit of humor too. This time, you don't just go around and do stupid goals that mean nothing. This time, your the star- going from an unknown local skater in Jersey to becoming a very-known Pro. The fact that you can make the skater look like you is sick too. I say it's one of the best games ever made. THUG rocks!… Expand
  34. AndrewH.
    Feb 6, 2004
    9
    An extremley hilarious story mode, and fun online play make this the best Tony Hawk Game ever to be released. Also creating your own tricks and parks is where it's at.
  35. ZackM.
    Jan 9, 2004
    9
    This game is cool! Go thourgh levels like Hawaii, Moscow, New Jersey, Tampa,Vancouver and more! You can also unlock secret charters and levels, and you can make a trick, park, skater, and deck. It's fun! I give it a 9.7!
  36. BonehoChane
    Jan 3, 2004
    10
    By far, this is greatest skateboarding title ever. All of these ideas put together into one game will impress just about everyone. Get off your board, drive cars, a storyline, create your tricks, and put your face into the game. It's still almost impossible to imagin what Neversoft will do next. This game is also the most detailed game I have seen so far. Every where you look you can By far, this is greatest skateboarding title ever. All of these ideas put together into one game will impress just about everyone. Get off your board, drive cars, a storyline, create your tricks, and put your face into the game. It's still almost impossible to imagin what Neversoft will do next. This game is also the most detailed game I have seen so far. Every where you look you can find some some details you have noticed before. This game also has the best level design in the series. Never before have I been able to pull off so many huge combos in the series, mainly because of the layout of the level. Trust me, pick up this game.… Expand
  37. MisterEff
    Dec 12, 2003
    4
    Come on. It didn't have the THPS magic. I finished this once and had no feeling of wanting to play it ever again. I picked up THPS4 again instead, it doesn't have the uber gay "edgy, urban" storyline, the detestable "Eric" character, or the challenges which, well, DON'T challenge me at all.
  38. JohnM.
    Dec 7, 2003
    10
    The BOMB baby.
  39. RyuhakashinZ.
    Dec 5, 2003
    8
    I thought it was a pretty cool feature being able to get off and on your board, but you should be able to wear pantyhose and hump poles and eat cocaine and smoke some crack and swallow weed.
  40. JordanG.
    Nov 30, 2003
    10
    The story mode is what made this game the best of the tonyhawk games(so far). I really like how its a regular kid from the ghetto who is one of the best skaters. Thats how it really is!
  41. PatrickH.
    Nov 14, 2003
    10
    Best Sports game with lots of goals and you can make your board, level, you and tricks well done neversoft.
  42. SandervanM.
    Nov 13, 2003
    10
    I think it is the best skate game ever made!
  43. [Anonymous]
    Nov 11, 2003
    10
    I just cant put it into words.
  44. AdrianR.
    Nov 11, 2003
    9
    I'm glad that they have finally made tony hawk a hard motherf***er.
  45. MattM.
    Nov 10, 2003
    10
    Damn this game kicks some serious ass.
  46. BrianS.
    Nov 10, 2003
    10
    Tony Hawk Underground is a major breakthrough!
  47. PhilipR.
    Nov 7, 2003
    10
    Can you say: "Boo-yeah!"? I knew you could.
  48. JoshuaD.
    Nov 7, 2003
    10
    This game is hot.
  49. SeanC.
    Nov 7, 2003
    10
    This game is the bomb.
  50. AustinD.
    Nov 6, 2003
    10
    This game is the best. I approve.
  51. AdamB.
    Nov 6, 2003
    7
    While a noteworthy single player game, the online matches are much too unreliable, like in Tony Hawk 3. I'm not sure what they changed between THPS4 and THUG, but you can really feel the jitter of poor connections. Also, the face mapping feature is inspired but implemented fairly poorly, with no way of knowing exactly how an uploaded picture will look when downloaded to game. A While a noteworthy single player game, the online matches are much too unreliable, like in Tony Hawk 3. I'm not sure what they changed between THPS4 and THUG, but you can really feel the jitter of poor connections. Also, the face mapping feature is inspired but implemented fairly poorly, with no way of knowing exactly how an uploaded picture will look when downloaded to game. A preview feature would have been nice. Despite these online downsides, it remains a solid, entertaining game.… Expand
  52. DaneM.
    Nov 5, 2003
    10
    This game rocks. it is better then all the others. the story mode is great. and the tricks are a good improvement.
  53. MarcD.
    Nov 4, 2003
    10
    It rocks so much i'm going to die!!!
  54. NickI.
    Nov 3, 2003
    10
    F*ckin A man. i have all the thps games and im damn proud of them. they are the best ps2 games created in my opinion, mostly because i skate, and this is the best of all of them. dont be like 'oohh but thps2 is claaaassic and pop culture tells me to love the classics!' no. this is beast. long live thps!!!!!!!!!!(or thug)
  55. DanielR.
    Nov 3, 2003
    10
    i think this is the best tony hawk game ever. i like how it has story mode. where you begin as a amateur to become a pro.
  56. JasonW.
    Nov 3, 2003
    10
    I like how you can get onto houses it is really fun.
  57. WayneH.
    Nov 1, 2003
    10
    ROCKS.
  58. ChadE.
    Nov 1, 2003
    10
    This game is f**king awesome; my credits to the all the designers.
  59. GarretS.
    Oct 30, 2003
    10
    This game rules, I got it pre ordered and stayed up all night and beat the entire game in about 12 hours, I finished at about 5 in the morning. It rules.
  60. ChrisM.
    Oct 30, 2003
    10
    The game is totally awsome and everyone should have it cause the customization and everything to do with this game just is so awsome!!! Be sure to get the broadband adaptor and play on-line to get totally into the game.
  61. THUGROCKS!
    Oct 29, 2003
    10
    This is the best Tony Hawk game ever! I love it! (and the free shirt I got for pr-ordering it) :D
  62. SeanM.
    Oct 27, 2003
    10
    Greatest game ever made period!!!!!! The gameplay is flawless and if you like Tony Hawk Pro Skater games and you should, this one will blow you away to a whole new level of gameplay never before experienced in the series. The game is worth every minute and should be at least considered by everybody as an essential title to every video game library.
  63. TonyHawk
    Oct 27, 2003
    10
    It rocks.dude!!!
  64. StephenG.
    Oct 22, 2003
    10
    Totally and utterly awesome!!!!!

Awards & Rankings

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#9 Best PS2 Game of 2003
16
#16 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2003
49
#49 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2003

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 38 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 38
  3. Negative: 0 out of 38
  1. GameSpot
    89
    While the classic Tony Hawk gameplay is present, and still fantastic after all this time, the new story mode doesn't make as dramatic of a change as it probably could have.
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  2. Gamer.tv
    90
    As utterly addictive as any of the earlier titles, you'll gladly pay for the privilege of being left with red-raw thumbs and rigid, claw-like hands.
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  3. games(TM)
    80
    Year on year, the main modes in the THPS games have moved further away from traditional over-the-top skating to encompass more and more 'crazy' goals, something we're not entirely sure we approve of. One thing we are sure of, though, is that the core skating engine makes for by far the best extreme sports game of this generation. [Christmas 2003, p.98]
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