Skate 2 is a wonderful example of a videogame doing justice to an alternative culture, in this case, the underground-gone-mainstream world of skating – you know you're in for a cultural treat when the introduction and ensuing gameplay features a veritable who's who of pro skating legends, both in live action and digital 3D form.
As an experience, Skate 2 definitely talks the talk, effortlessly inviting you into the skating culture that has been built primarily on showmanship and self-expression, both of which are fully present. As a game, Skate 2 also walks the walk, providing you with the means to pull off a multitude of real-life skating tricks and feats, while simultaneously giving you the tools to experiment and make the world your playground.
