Skate 2 - Microsoft Xbox 360

The world feels bigger and more alive than the first game— I love how you can actually get off your board and walk around to line up the perfect line. The new handplant options and the ability to hip check really change how you hit gaps compared to the original.

The dual-release format lets me play the classic version or the Platinum Hits edition with all the extra content, and the controls feel super responsive for nailing tricks. Really glad I picked this up for my 360 library.

The trick system feels tighter than I remember, and the city layout is perfect for hours of free-roaming. The Platinum Hits edition runs smoothly on my 360, and the loading times between challenges are quick enough to keep the momentum going.