Skate - Microsoft Xbox 360

The flick-it controls take a bit to get used to, but once they click, pulling off a perfect kickflip feels incredibly rewarding. The open world to skate around in is massive and full of fun spots to discover.

Finally, a skateboarding game that actually relies on flicking the right stick for tricks instead of mashing buttons—it feels way more natural. The learning curve is steep at first, but pulling off a perfect kickflip after an hour makes it all worth it.

I was really impressed with how the trick system works—nailing a perfect 360 flip actually feels rewarding. The open world is huge and packed with spots to explore, which kept me hooked for hours.