Bam Margera will indeed be featured in the upcoming Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4, despite not being initially included in the announced roster of returning skaters. This exciting news was shared by skateboarding media expert Roger Bagley during an exclusive livestream of The Nine Club skateboarding podcast, as reported by Video Games Chronicle.
Bagley revealed that the game was essentially complete when Tony Hawk personally reached out to Activision, insisting on Margera's inclusion. Despite being initially told it was not possible, Hawk's determination prevailed, showcasing his commitment to ensuring Margera's participation.IGN has reached out to Activision for further comment on this development.
Bam Margera, known not only for his professional skateboarding career but also for his role in the Jackass franchise, has faced significant personal challenges, including well-documented struggles with alcohol and substance abuse, and multiple rehabilitation efforts. Margera was dismissed from the Jackass Forever project and was also involved in a legal dispute with Jackass director Jeff Tremaine, who obtained a restraining order against Margera following alleged threats.
Recent footage of Hawk and Margera skateboarding together had sparked speculation about Margera's potential return to the game, which has now been confirmed.
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 was officially announced earlier this month and is set to launch on July 11, 2025, across multiple platforms including PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One and Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game is being developed by Iron Galaxy and marks a triumphant return from the brink of cancellation following Activision's decision to merge the original series developer, Vicarious Visions, with Blizzard.
