PlayStation · Sports
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 2001 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Shaba Games |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Tony Hawk's |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 19 |
Developed by Shaba Games and published by Activision, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 arrived on the PlayStation in 2001 as a sports game.
It landed about 6 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2001 include Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Need for Speed: Porsche Unleashed and Worms World Party. Among the 248 PS1 sports games in our database, it ranks #13 by legacy score.
It is part of the Tony Hawk's series; on the PS1 you can also try Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 2, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4. The series also appears on other systems with Tony Hawk's Pro Skater (Dreamcast) and Tony Hawk's American Sk8land (DS). Shaba Games also made Grind Session for the PS1.
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 is like
Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.
Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
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Playing PS1 games today
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Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 FAQ
When did Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 come out on the PS1?
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 was released for the PlayStation in 2001.
Who made Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3?
It was developed by Shaba Games and published by Activision.
Is Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 multiplayer?
Yes. Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 supports up to 2 players.
How long does Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 take to play?
As a sports game, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.