THPS 3+4 Skater Island: All Challenges and Collectibles Guide
Skater Island in Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 is a competition park that challenges players to achieve high scores while collecting various items throughout the tropical-themed level. To get the gold medal in Skater Island, players need to score above 93 points from judges across 2 heat rounds, which typically requires combos exceeding 250,000 points. The level contains 3 Stat Points, 3 Cash bundles worth $3,000 total, 1 Iron Galaxy Badge, 1 Hidden Deck, and features a secret Bikini Bottom easter egg accessed by grinding the pirate ship’s bowsprit.
| Collectible Type | Quantity | Total Value/Reward |
|---|---|---|
| Stat Points | 3 | Character upgrades |
| Cash Bundles | 3 | $3,000 |
| Iron Galaxy Badge | 1 | Secret Store unlock |
| Hidden Deck | 1 | Immediate equip |
| Secret Areas | 1 | Bikini Bottom easter egg |
How to Get the Gold Medal in Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 Skater Island
The gold medal during Skater Island will require players to reach above 93 points from the judges in 2 Heat rounds. Unlike regular levels in Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4, Skater Island is a competition park where your performance is judged rather than completing specific objectives.
Gold Medal Strategy
The key to securing gold in Skater Island lies in maximizing your score potential within the main spawn area. Here’s my proven approach after countless attempts:
- Stay in the Central Bowl Area: The spawn area offers the perfect combination of quarter pipes, rails, and gaps for continuous combos
- Chain Combos Effectively: Use manuals and reverts to link tricks between different sections
- Target Score: Anything above 250,000 should be enough to get the required gold medal to proceed to the next track
- Utilize Special Tricks: Fill your special meter quickly and use signature moves for massive point multipliers
Competition Tips
- Focus on variety – repeating the same tricks reduces their point value
- Use the yellow beams and wooden platforms for extended grind combos
- The pirate ship area offers unique scoring opportunities but requires precise timing
- Remember you get two heats, so use the first to scout lines and the second for your best run
All Stat Points Locations in Skater Island
Finding all three Stat Points is crucial for improving your skater’s abilities. These permanent upgrades can be allocated to any stat, making them valuable for progression throughout all THPS 3+4 levels.
Stat Point #1 – Bowl Area
In spawn, take a right into the skate bowl, where players can use a jump trick to grab the first Stat Point. This is the easiest stat point to collect:
- Turn right immediately from spawn
- Drop into the bowl section
- Use any air trick while launching from the quarter pipe
- The stat point floats directly above the bowl’s center
Stat Point #2 – Wooden Platform Route
From spawn, jump off the first ramp on the left and use the grind rail to navigate across the yellow beam and wooden platform to grab the Stat Point. This requires more precision:
- Build speed heading left from spawn
- Launch off the first ramp with good height
- Grind the rail that connects to the yellow beam
- Continue grinding across to reach the floating stat point
Stat Point #3 – Pirate Ship Bowsprit
Make your way to the bowsprit of the pirate ship and grind on it for the final Stat Point. The most challenging stat point:
- Navigate to the outdoor pirate ship area
- Build substantial speed approaching the ship
- Ollie onto the ship’s deck
- Grind along the bowsprit (the pointed front section)
- Collect the stat point mid-grind
Complete Cash Locations Guide
Collecting all cash bundles nets you $3,000 to spend in the game’s shop. Here’s where to find each bundle:
Cash #1 – Advanced Rail Route ($1,000)
From the spawn, build speed and jump up from the ramp at the back of the map while spamming Y/Triangle to land on the railing, then grind to the opposite end and jump off the wall back to the railing, and leap to the left red railing to grind until you reach the Cash.
This is the most technical cash collection:
- Head straight back from spawn to the rear quarter pipe
- Build maximum speed for a high launch
- Spam grind button while airborne to catch the upper rail
- Grind to the end, wall-ride, and return
- Transfer to the red rail on your left
- Follow it to the cash bundle
Cash #2 – Wooden Structure ($1,000)
In spawn, take a left to the skate bowl and follow it around to find a wooden structure, where jumping inside said structure grants the next Cash.
The hidden cash location:
- Go left from spawn into the bowl area
- Follow the bowl’s perimeter
- Look for a small wooden hut structure
- Jump through the opening to collect the cash inside
Cash #3 – Palm Tree Grind ($1,000)
At the pirate ship, grind on the palm tree on the left to get the Cash.
The tropical collection method:
- Head to the outdoor pirate ship section
- Locate the palm tree on the ship’s left side
- Approach with moderate speed
- Grind up the angled palm tree trunk
- Collect the cash at the grind’s peak
Finding the Iron Galaxy Badge
The Iron Galaxy Badge unlocks exclusive content in the Secret Store, making it a priority collectible for completionists.
The Respawn Trick Method
From spawn, head to the left to the pirate ship and then build up enough speed to land on the bowsprit and grind off of it. While players will fall to their doom, they will respawn on the mast of the ship, where the grind rope on the left holds the IG Badge that players can then run into.
Step-by-step process:
- Navigate to the pirate ship area
- Build maximum speed approaching the ship
- Ollie onto the deck and position yourself at the bowsprit
- Grind the bowsprit all the way to its end
- Let yourself fall into the water (don’t bail manually)
- You’ll respawn in the crow’s nest atop the mast
- The IG Badge is on the rope to your left – simply skate into it
This clever respawn mechanic is unique to Skater Island and showcases the creative level design in the remake.
Hidden Deck Location and Strategy
The Hidden Deck in Skater Island is found by heading forward from the spawn and jumping up the ramp at the back of the map, where players can get enough height to spam Triangle/Y to grind on the rail above the broken wall. Along this grind rail is the Hidden Deck.
Detailed Collection Guide
The Hidden Deck requires precise execution:
- Positioning: Start from spawn and head straight to the back area
- Speed Building: Use the quarter pipe to build maximum velocity
- Launch Angle: Hit the ramp at a slight angle for extra height
- Button Timing: Begin spamming the grind button before reaching peak height
- Rail Connection: You need to catch the rail above the broken wall section
- Collection: The deck sits midway along this upper rail
Pro tip: This is easier with upgraded Air and Hangtime stats, so consider returning after collecting stat points from other levels if you’re struggling.
The Bikini Bottom Easter Egg
One of the most exciting additions to the remake is the SpongeBob SquarePants easter egg. Players can visit the pineapple under the sea in Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 by taking a splash to SpongeBob SquarePants’ very own Bikini Bottom.
How to Access Bikini Bottom
To find Bikini Bottom in Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4, players must be playing on the Skater Island track found in THPS3. Once players have accessed Skater Island, take the immediate left, where they will find an abandoned pirate ship. Players will need to skate onto the pirate ship and grind on the bowsprit (the pointy bit at the front of the ship).
What happens in Bikini Bottom:
- You’ll discover a underwater-themed secret area
- Features SpongeBob-inspired obstacles and decorations
- Includes unique grind lines and scoring opportunities
- Contains additional photo mode opportunities
- No exclusive collectibles, but great for high scores
This easter egg represents the playful approach Iron Galaxy has taken with the remake, adding new content while respecting the original’s spirit.
Advanced Strategies for 100% Completion
Optimal Route Planning
For speedrunners and efficiency enthusiasts, here’s the optimal collection route I’ve developed:
- First Run (Practice Heat):
- Collect Stat Point #1 in the bowl
- Grab Cash #2 in the wooden structure
- Scout lines for competition scoring
- Second Run (Scoring Heat):
- Focus entirely on achieving 250,000+ points
- Ignore collectibles to maintain combos
- Utilize the spawn area’s rail-to-quarter pipe loops
- Post-Competition Collection:
- Use free skate to collect remaining items
- Start with the Hidden Deck (most challenging)
- Follow with the IG Badge respawn trick
- Clean up remaining stat points and cash
Character Selection Tips
While any skater can complete Skater Island, certain characters excel:
- Tony Hawk: Balanced stats perfect for competition scoring
- Rodney Mullen: Manual and grind bonuses help with combos
- New skaters like Rayssa Leal: Often have unique special tricks that can boost scores
Check out our guide on all THPS 3+4 skaters for detailed character breakdowns.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
After watching countless players struggle with Skater Island, here are the most frequent errors:
Competition Mistakes
- Leaving the spawn area – The best scoring lines are right where you start
- Attempting risky transfers – Consistency beats one spectacular run
- Forgetting special tricks – These are score multiplier goldmines
- Repeating combos – Variety is essential for maintaining high point values
Collection Mistakes
- Attempting everything in one run – Focus on objectives separately
- Missing the respawn mechanic for the IG Badge – Let the game respawn you
- Wrong angle approach for the Hidden Deck – Practice the launch angle
- Ignoring stat upgrades – Return with better stats if struggling
Integration with THPS 3+4 Progression
Skater Island sits as the sixth level in the THPS3 tour, serving as the second competition level after Rio de Janeiro. Its placement is strategic:
- Tests skills learned in previous parks
- Introduces more complex collectible locations
- Prepares players for later competition challenges
- Unlocks access to Tokyo upon completion
The collectibles here contribute to overall game progression:
- Stat Points: Essential for tackling harder levels like Cruise Ship
- Cash: Funds for unlocking secret skaters and customization options
- IG Badge: One of 19 needed for 100% completion across all levels
Changes from Original to Remake
Skater Island’s secret area is already revealed from the jump, rather than hidden until players discover it, which was confusing at first, but I suspect it has to do with another secret area that the developer added to the once-secret pirate ship.
Notable differences in the remake:
- Enhanced visuals with tropical atmosphere improvements
- Bikini Bottom easter egg addition
- Pre-revealed pirate ship area (no longer hidden)
- Improved rail connectivity for better flow
- Additional background details and environmental effects
Tips for Different Skill Levels
Beginners
- Focus on getting bronze/silver medals first
- Collect stat points to improve your skater
- Practice basic combos in free skate mode
- Use the game’s tutorial mode with Tony Hawk for technique refinement
Intermediate Players
- Aim for 300,000+ point runs
- Master the manual-to-revert connections
- Experiment with different approach angles for collectibles
- Try completing objectives with different skaters
Advanced Players
- Push for 1,000,000+ point single combos
- Speedrun all collectibles in under 2 minutes
- Discover new lines and gaps
- Help newer players in online multiplayer sessions
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need to get all collectibles to progress?
A: No, only the gold medal is required to advance to Tokyo. However, collectibles are needed for 100% completion and unlocking certain rewards.
Q: Can I return to Skater Island after completing it?
A: Yes! You can revisit any completed level in free skate mode or replay the competition.
Q: Is the Bikini Bottom area in all versions?
A: Yes, it’s included in all platforms including Nintendo Switch, though it looks best on PS5/Xbox Series X with enhanced graphics.
Q: What happens if I can’t reach 93 points for gold?
A: You can retry immediately. Consider upgrading your stats or practicing combos in free skate first.
Q: Are there Pro Goals in Skater Island?
A: After completing every single goal on every single level, you unlock Pro Goals. Skater Island will have its own set of 5 challenging Pro Goals.
Q: Can I play Skater Island in multiplayer?
A: Competition levels like Skater Island are single-player only, but you can compare scores on leaderboards.
Q: Do different skaters have advantages here?
A: All skaters can achieve gold, but those with higher default Air and Speed stats may find certain collectibles easier.
Conclusion
Skater Island perfectly encapsulates what makes Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 special – it combines classic competition gameplay with creative collectible placement and even throws in a delightful SpongeBob easter egg. Whether you’re grinding for that gold medal or hunting down every last collectible, this tropical paradise offers something for every skill level.
The key to mastering Skater Island lies in understanding its flow, practicing your lines, and approaching each objective methodically. With Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 launching July 11, 2025, there’s never been a better time to perfect your skills in this iconic level.
Remember to check out our other THPS 3+4 guides for complete coverage of every park, and don’t forget that practice makes perfect. The more time you spend in Skater Island, the more natural those high-scoring lines and tricky collectible grabs will become.
Now grab your board, crank up the soundtrack, and show those judges what you’re made of. See you in the winner’s circle!
Have you discovered any secret lines or strategies in Skater Island? Share your tips in the comments below!