Master Wallplants in Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4

Wallplants might not grab as much attention as kickflips or special grinds in Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4, but if you’re after high scores or chaining epic combos, overlooking them is a rookie move. I’ve relied on this humble trick countless times—especially when a face-plant is imminent. This complete guide will show you why wallplants are vital, how to execute them across platforms, and how they can take your THPS mastery to the next level.

Prerequisites

• Game Version: Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 (2024 Remake)
• Platforms: PS4/PS5, Xbox One/Series X|S, PC, Nintendo Switch
• Controller: Standard gamepad (platform-specific button layouts below)
• Basic Skills: Comfortable with ollies, grinds, manuals, and trick chaining
• Level Access: Some wallplant challenges are found in areas like Pinball Park and the Foundry

What Is a Wallplant?

A wallplant is a trick where your skater ollies into a wall, plants one foot, and rebounds off, reversing direction or gaining height. It’s your emergency eject when a bail is seconds away, and it’s essential for:

• Extending combos when you’re about to run out of space
• Completing specific challenges (e.g., wallplant the multiball targets)
• Accessing hidden areas and collectibles
• Avoiding bails at the end of tight rails or pipes

Platform Inputs

Timing is everything: ollie just before you hit the wall, then press the wallplant button at the precise moment of contact. Below is the input breakdown:

Practice by skating toward a wall at medium speed. Ollie just before impact and press the wallplant button the instant your skater’s front wheels touch the surface. Consistency requires repetition—spend time in Foundry’s tight corners or Pinball Park’s bumpers to hone your timing.

Strategy and Level-Specific Tips

• Foundry: Use wallplants to reverse direction quickly in narrow corridors. Perfect for lining up multiball targets in the basement challenge.
• Pinball Park: Wallplant off bumpers to extend combos and hit high targets. Aim for the upper flippers by planting on angled walls.
• Manual and Revert Chains: After a wallplant, land into a manual or revert to maintain flow and boost your multiplier.
• Hidden Areas: Some collectible tapes require a perfectly executed wallplant to reach elevated platforms.

Common Pitfalls

• Timing window is narrow—200–300ms too early or late and you’ll stick awkwardly or bail.
• Too much speed makes rebounds unpredictable; dial back to medium pace for consistent plant angles.
• Don’t confuse wallplants with wallrides or wallies—they’re distinct inputs and animations.
• Avoid over-committing skater momentum; if you send yourself past the wall, you’ll lose height or bail.

Advanced Tips

• Combo Extensions: Link wallplants with manuals or grind tricks to stretch combos over 100 seconds of playtime.
• Air Wallplant: Catch extra air by timing your jump off a kicker into a wallplant mid-flight—ideal for big ramp setups.
• Reverse Direction: Hit the wall at a slight angle to pivot your skater and open new trick lines without slowing down.
• Speed Control: Feather the throttle just before planting to adjust your rebound height precisely.

Community Insights

Veteran players agree: nailing wallplants separates a solid run from an S-rank masterpiece. Many secret character challenges hinge on hitting specific wall panels or multiball targets. Consistent wallplants not only save runs that would otherwise end in bails but also unlock those extra trick slots that push your score into the stratosphere.

Conclusion

While wallplants may lack the flash of a 900, they’re the unsung heroes of combo extension and challenge completion in Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4. Master the timing, practice in key levels, and integrate wallplants into your trick arsenal—you’ll see your scores and confidence skyrocket. Never underestimate the power of a well-timed plant; it might just become your favorite go-to move.