American rock band Alien Ant Farm have said it was a “bummer” not to be included in the Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 soundtrack, after their track Wish originally featured in the series’ fourth game.
A selection of songs from the original Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 and Pro Skater 4 have been brought back for the remake’s music playlist, such as Motörhead’s Ace of Spades, but many others have not returned, and instead been replaced by new additions.
Now, Alien Ant Farm has been asked by BBC News (thanks, VGC) about a sad face emoji the band’s social media account posted in response to the Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 soundtrack reveal, after it was confirmed the band would not be returning.
“Is it a bummer that we weren’t invited, or that they didn’t include us? Absolutely,” said guitarist Terry Corso. “We understand that they’re trying to bring some new stuff onto these releases, and if you’ve gotta make cuts, you’ve gotta make cuts. I don’t know why it had to be us, I feel like our song was really good on there and it did really well.”
“I kind of get it, that skating feels a little more punk [and] we’re not a punk band,” added lead vocalist Dryden Mitchell, “but I think that’s what makes a cool soundtrack, is a collection, being different.”
Reaction to the soundtrack’s reveal among fans was mixed, with some celebrating the return of tracks by CKY and Iron Maiden, while others said they would miss bands such as Red Hot Chilli Peppers and Zebrahead.
Responding on Instagram, Hawk has taken personal responsibility for the remake’s choice of soundtrack, and said he had deliberately decided to include an element of discovery, as players got to know new tunes as well as old favorites.
“It was my choice to pick some different songs by the same artists featured in THPS3+4 OST,” Hawk said. “I’m hoping that discovery is half the fun, and a big reason that these soundtracks resonated in the first place. So listen and enjoy the ride.”
Likewise, while the game largely features familiar skate parks and skaters, new maps and some fresh faces are also included — including the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle’s resident party dude Michaelangelo, for some reason.
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 launches July 11 for PC, PlayStation 4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S, as well as Nintendo Switch and Switch 2.
Image credit: Getty / Paul Natkin,
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