These are similar to the Nail-The-Trick mode from the previous game, Tony Hawk's Project 8.

The PlayStation 2 and Wii versions do not include Nail the Manual, Bowl Skating and the Mod Tool.

The Classic Mode feature allows the player to play each city section in the style of early Pro Skater games.

The game is the first installment in the Tony Hawk's series which allows online features via the PlayStation Network.

The Nintendo DS version received generally favorable reviews from critics.