The music in the Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater video game series defined both the gaming and skateboarding worlds in the late ‘90s. With the remaster of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 and 2 launching on September 4, Activision is announcing new artists and songs will be joining the iconic and beloved video game soundtrack. The soundtrack will feature an insane lineup of modern throwbacks and, in true THPS form, a roster of today’s up-and-coming artists in music across rap, rock and punk – ensuring there’s something for everyone to ride out to with their favorite in-game skater.
To celebrate, Activision is teaming up with Noisey to host an exclusive virtual concert for fans.
On July 28 at 3 p.m. PT, music, skateboarding and video gaming enthusiasts should tune-in to the THPS + Noisey Concert Event to watch the worldwide reveal of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2 new music setlist. Some of today’s brightest emerging talent, that will have music in Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2, will give viewers curated performances during the event including:
- CHAII
- Merkules
- Machine Gun Kelly
- Rough Francis
Also, during the event, more details on all the new music slated to make its way to the game will be revealed.
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 and 2 will be available worldwide on September 4, 2020 for the suggested retail price in the U.S. of $39.99. A digital deluxe version that includes unique content and in-game gear will be available for the suggested retail price in the U.S. of $49.99. For the ultimate fan, a collector’s edition will be available for the suggested retail price of $99.99 in the U.S., complete with the digital deluxe content and a limited-run Birdhouse deck. Information about Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 and 2 including local suggested retail pricingcan be found at www.tonyhawkthegame.com.
About Activision
Headquartered in Santa Monica, Calif., Activision is a leading global producer and publisher of interactive entertainment. Activision maintains operations throughout the world and is a division of Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI), an S&P 500 company. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company’s website, www.activision.com or by following @Activision.
ABOUT NOISEY, MUSIC BY VICE
VICE Media Group started Noisey in 2011 as a way to document new and exciting music across the globe — from pop’s heavy-hitters to tiny garage bands and everything in between. Since then, Noisey has grown into one of the most successful music brands on the planet using in-depth reporting and incisive storytelling to investigate the movements, scenes, and stories that drive our culture today.
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