Activision has confirmed a controversial decision regarding the highly anticipated Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 remake: the THPS4 portion will not feature the original game's career mode. This news has been met with considerable disappointment from fans who appreciated the innovative and free-roaming nature of THPS4's career mode.

Unlike the traditional two-minute timed challenges of previous entries, THPS4 allowed players to explore the environment at their leisure, choosing which objectives to tackle without a restrictive timer. This departure from the established formula was a welcome change for many, making the news of its omission in the remake particularly disheartening.

THPS3, originally launched in 2001 as the final official release on the Nintendo 64, and its successor, THPS4 (2002), both garnered critical acclaim. THPS3 even tied with Grand Theft Auto 3 for the highest-rated PlayStation 2 game. The upcoming remake, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4, was leaked prior to its official announcement, revealing release date information and various editions.

While the official announcement in early March wasn't a surprise, the removal of THPS4's career mode struck a nerve with fans. The remake will instead revert to the two-minute challenge structure of the earlier games for each THPS4 level.

Fan reaction has been largely negative, with many lamenting the loss of THPS4's open-world career mode, often cited as a significant improvement to the series and a boon to exploration and free skating. The return to two-minute challenges has raised concerns about the playability of THPS4's larger maps.

To soften the blow, the digital deluxe edition of the game will include a Doom crossover event, even featuring a nostalgic Doom meme for long-time fans.

Looking ahead, fans hope this isn't the last remake for the Pro Skater franchise. Many are hoping the popular Underground series, a fan favorite, will be next in line for a modern revamp.  Tony Hawk's Underground, released in 2003 as the fifth entry in the series, followed the traditional level-based gameplay with skateboarding trick challenges.  Its sequel, Tony Hawk’s Underground 2, launched in 2004, and fans are eager to see both games revitalized for modern platforms.