This 2005 Port translates the arcade-style extreme sports action of Tony Hawk's Underground 2 to the PlayStation Portable. You embark on a World Destruction Tour, executing complex tricks using speed and slow-motion focus, while also completing prank-based objectives across 13 levels. Distinctive features include four new cities (Las Vegas, Atlanta, Kyoto, Santa Cruz) with unique goals, plus 10 wireless multiplayer modes for up to three players.
The central experience revolves around embarking on a "World Destruction Tour," where players choose to join either Tony Hawk or Bam Margera as they travel across various international locations. Gameplay emphasizes nailing complex trick combinations with precision, utilizing mechanics that allow for both high-speed execution and slow-motion focus control for intricate maneuvers. Beyond standard skating challenges, the game incorporates elements of mischief and pranks as specific objectives within the levels.
A key feature of this specific release is the inclusion of four entirely new city environments not present in the original console version: Las Vegas, Atlanta, Kyoto, and Santa Cruz. Each of these new locations introduces original goals, unique level-changing events that dynamically alter the environment, and exclusive unlockable characters to discover.
This version brings the extensive single-player content, featuring 13 distinct levels, to a handheld device, marking an effort to deliver a console-like experience on the go. The game is classified under the Sport genre and was developed by Neversoft Entertainment and published by Activision.
For players seeking competition, the game supports wireless multiplayer modes utilizing the PSP's capabilities. Up to three friends can participate in 10 different wireless multiplayer games, extending the longevity of the title beyond the single-player campaign.
As this is a fixed release from 2005, there are no post-launch downloadable content (DLC) packs or expansions available. The content available is what was included at its initial launch.