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[Agent X]

Fans of the PSP and the Tony Hawk games absolutely need to read GameSpot's preview of Tony Hawk's Underground 2 Remix for PSP. From what the article says, it looks like they took nearly everything from the other versions of THUG2, and still managed to add more content to this game!

It's got all of the story mode levels from the other consoles' versions, plus four entirely new levels. The accompanying video interview shows a nice-looking segment of grinding roulette tables in a casino.

It's got all of the music from the other consoles' versions.

It's got all of the multiplayer modes, which you can play over Wi-Fi.

It's got the "face in the game" function like the PS2 version, where you can texture map a digital photo of your face onto your custom character.

The only gameplay sacrifices that appear to be made are in terms of control (due to PSP having less buttons than PS2), and the lack of a true online mode. Still, we could very well see people using tunnelling to play online, as well as Web sites devoted to trading user-created skate parks with other players.

Custom soundtracks would have been good to have here, too. Maybe that's something that we'll see in the next Tony Hawk game for PSP. I'm glad they implemented face mapping, as that brings about a great level of personalization.

All in all, it looks like Activision and Shaba games are pouring a lot of effort to make this one of the top PSP games at launch. I was planning on getting this game at some point after launch, but after reading this article and watching the video, I almost feel like bumping off one of the other games that I was planning on buying so I could get this game instead. It really looks like it could be a winner!

 

[Docpan]

How much are they paying you?

 

[Bebpo]

So ummm, how are the controls re-arranged for the PSP? I'm guessing rotation is left completely to the d-pad/analogue pad?

 

[sscrew]

The PSP has triggers still, so i guess it would be similar to the Xbox in that sense wouldnt it? I cant wait for this to hit Australia.... loved THUG2 classic mode (story was kinda meh IMO).

 

[Ryo]

Never used the triggers for rotation anyway..

 

[newsguy]

So ummm, how are the controls re-arranged for the PSP? I'm guessing rotation is left completely to the d-pad/analogue pad?

D-pad is used for player control, analog disc triggers the bullet time thing.

 

[Angst]

Trailer: http://eu.playstation.com/iw_images//assets/video/psp_thug2_remix/thug2_remix_trailer.mov

Screens:

 

[Defensor]

Finally, some proper PSP resolution shots. "Gotta buy this!"

 

[Sumidor]

Bleh, I just want the original Tony Hawk.. and maybe the second one.

 

[Amir0x]

Sweet Jesus that's impressive looking.

 

[rod]

:O looks awesome, il be importing this to aust for sure

 

[Prince]

Bleh, I just want the original Tony Hawk.. and maybe the second one.

doesn't this have classic mode, with a few old levels anyway ?

 

[Amir0x]

doesn't this have classic mode, with a few old levels anyway ?

From the impressions!

For those keeping score at home this means THUG 2 Remix features all of THUG 2's eight story mode levels, a slew of playable characters, two single-player game modes, the three create-a-modes, and over 10 multiplayer modes. In addition to all that, the game includes four new areas (Santa Cruz, Atlanta, Kyoto, and Las Vegas), the ability to import your face into the game, and Wi-Fi support. Not bad for a portable game, eh?

The two single-player modes--story and classic--will play exactly like their console counterparts.

"We did a freak out when we saw this running."

 

[llTll]

i am really still impressed with the PSP power.. really cool stuff

 

[dark10x]

The only gameplay sacrifices that appear to be made are in terms of control

That won't be a problem, though. I played my favorite THPS title (THPS2) on the Dreamcast, afterall...

I wasn't initially interested in this, as I've become burned out on THPS as of late. However, the idea of being able to bust out single sessions on the go is quite appealing.

 

[Odnetnin]

Niceee looking title.... pity TH's gameplay got old @ 2.

killer software though. This will be a hit

 

[Sgt. Killjoy]

I hate Bam Margera, and therefore, this game.

 

[Amir0x]

I hate Bam Margera, and therefore, this game.

2nd post and right on schedule. If you work hard enough you'll be an established whore in a few days

Welcome to GAF, Killjoy

 

[Sgt. Killjoy]

2nd post and right on schedule. If you work hard enough you'll be an established whore in a few days

Welcome to GAF, Killjoy

I was so friggin happy when i got the email saying i was validated. Took months.

 

[fse]

2nd post and right on schedule. If you work hard enough you'll be an established whore in a few days

Welcome to GAF, Killjoy

He's right about Bam. Bam sucks.

 

[Amir0x]

He's right about Bam. Bam sucks.

He lives in PA so I can't think he sucks. PA code and all.

 

[DarienA]

He's right about Bam. Bam sucks.

Bam rocks..... on Jackass. Any episode of him messing with his parents are great.

 

[Tain]

I <3 THUG2.

I'll be either buying this or really really wishing I had a PSP.

 

[TheTurtleTitan]

You know, I never got the chance to try Underground 2, though the whole classic mode interests me. And I haven't played a game in the series since Pro Skater 3. Maybe this would be a good choice for me?