“Modern-day skateboarding originated from a generation of skaters who grew up playing the original Tony Hawk’s Pro Skatergames,” said Michelle Bresaw, Vice President of Product Management and Marketing at Activision. “The world-class pro skaters we’re adding to this remaster took the tricks and combos from the videogame and made them possible in real life. We’re proud that the remaster... more.

After nailing its Kickstarter funding goal in less than four days, Session is within arm’s reach of its first major stretch goal to unlock mini-ramps, mega-ramps and the game’s first playable pro skater: five-time X Games medalist, Elliot Sloan. Known for his high-flying talent, Elliot won’t just be adding his likeness to the game, but he will join developer crea-ture Studios to participa... more.

Grab your board and check your bearings, because street skating sim Session lands on Kickstarter today, as developers creā-ture Studios push for CAD $80,000 in funding over the next 30 days. With an original control scheme and a focus on creative expression over scoring, creā-ture Studios is determined to create the most authentic skateboarding game ever. Using two sticks to control each foot... more.

Activision Publishing, a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard has launched Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 5 for the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system and Xbox One. It evolves the fast-paced, combo-fueled fun of the Pro Skater formula with inventive cooperative and competitive online gameplay. Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 5 balances an authentic skatepark experience with the franchise�... more.

Activision Publishing has shared the third behind-the-scenes trailer for Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 5. “The Skaters, Pt. 2” looks at the many varied techniques developer Robomodo is using to capture the look and feel of the sport and its top pros. It also explores the challenges of balancing the classic arcade style of Pro Skater’s legacy with the power of modern consoles. Tony Hawk’s Pro... more.

Today Activision Publishing, shared a new behind-the-scenes trailer for Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 5 that chronicles each of the skateboarding professionals in the game. There are riders from different eras of skateboarding sharing their perspectives on gaming history and how the classic THPS games intersected with the ever-progressing skateboarding scene, as well as what it’s been like to partici... more.

The grindable gents of developer Roll7 and sure-footed game label Devolver Digital have released the award-winning skateboarding masterpiece OlliOlli2: Welcome to Olliwood into PC, Mac, and Linux via Steam, GOG, and Humble. Through the first week of launch, OlliOlli2 will have a 25% off launch discount from $14.99 / £10.99 / €14.99 standard price. Originally launched on the Sony PlayStation ... more.

Supreme cool dudes at Devolver Digital and the skate masters at Roll7 announced today that OlliOlli, the critically-acclaimed skateboarding game, is now available for PC, Mac and Linux on Steam, Humble and GOG. Devolver Digital and Roll7 also announced the Daily Grind competition for wanna-be pro digital skaters. The Daily Grind is a special mode where each OlliOlli player gets to practice on a... more.

Developer Enjoyup's latest DSi game, Zombie Skape, arrives in North America today. According to Enjoyup, Zombie Skape will see an official North American launch on December 13th, 2012. Zombie Skape will cost 200 Nintendo DSi Points on the Nintendo eShop. Zombie Skape Story: Escape from a Zombie invasion. Ethan was Skateboarding in the park as usual. He practiced a lot every evening. His d... more.

Leading international mobile game company CocoaChina today announced that FreeSkate Xtreme is now available in Apple’s App Store. Published by Punchbox, CocoaChina’s development and publishing arm, in partnership with mobile game developer, VisionHacker, FreeSkate Xtreme is the new mobile game that combines Kinect-style motion control with a fast-paced endless runner. FreeSkate Xtreme int... more.