Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4 is the fourth main entry in the legendary skateboarding series from Neversoft and Activision. Released for the Nintendo GameCube in 2002, the game brings the famous arcade style trick system to Nintendo fans with sharper graphics and tighter controls. Players pick from a roster of real world pros, including Tony Hawk, Bucky Lasek, Rodney Mullen, and Bam Margera, then skate through massive open levels packed with secrets. The biggest change from earlier titles is the removal of the strict two minute timer for goal completion. Instead, skaters roam each park freely and talk to characters who hand out missions on demand. This shift gives the game a more relaxed, exploration driven feel while keeping the high score chasing intact. The trick list grows with the addition of the spine transfer and the skitch, letting players chain longer and crazier combos across every map in the campaign mode.
Updated: Jun 22, 2026
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1.4 GB · GameCube ROMs
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Specifications
| Platform | GameCube ROMs |
|---|---|
| Genre | Sports |
| File Size | 1.4 GB |
| Release Year | 2002 |
| Developer | Neversoft |
| Updated | Jun 22, 2026 |
Overview
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4 is the fourth main entry in the legendary skateboarding series from Neversoft and Activision. Released for the Nintendo GameCube in 2002, the game brings the famous arcade style trick system to Nintendo fans with sharper graphics and tighter controls. Players pick from a roster of real world pros, including Tony Hawk, Bucky Lasek, Rodney Mullen, and Bam Margera, then skate through massive open levels packed with secrets. The biggest change from earlier titles is the removal of the strict two minute timer for goal completion. Instead, skaters roam each park freely and talk to characters who hand out missions on demand. This shift gives the game a more relaxed, exploration driven feel while keeping the high score chasing intact. The trick list grows with the addition of the spine transfer and the skitch, letting players chain longer and crazier combos across every map in the campaign mode.
The career mode spans nine main levels, including College, San Francisco, Alcatraz, Kona Skatepark, and Shipyard, each filled with around 18 goals to clear. Players earn cash, stat points, and special tricks as rewards for finishing tasks. Create a Skater returns with deeper customization, and Create a Park lets users build their own dream spots from a wide block library. Split screen multiplayer supports Trick Attack, Graffiti, Horse, and several other party modes for couch competition. The soundtrack mixes punk, hip hop, and ska with tracks from Iron Maiden, Bad Religion, De La Soul, and many others, keeping the energy high during every session. Pro skater cutscenes, hidden tapes, and secret characters like Mike Vallely and Daisy reward thorough players. With its loose structure, deep trick system, and packed content, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4 stands as one of the strongest entries in the franchise and a must play title for any GameCube owner.