We all know Activision won't let RIDE be the joke of the year, so what do you expect them to do with the NPDs?  
 
Maybe claim the booming success of MW2 helped drive sales of RIDE?
 
I for one can't wait for the damage control from them in the coming weeks.  
 
Happy Thanksgiving bitches.

Don't understand. Are you saying that Ride will or won't sell well? How do you know?

Its clear that Activision know full well that they have published a piece of crap.  They didn't send out any copies of the game for review, instead choosing to hold a so-called review event (see: "stage-managed propaganda"), and review websites & magazines are having to shelve out $120 just so they can review it.  Of course the reason for this is blindingly obvious...it gives Activision time to rob as many people of their hard-earned money before word spreads afar that its a piece of junk, they might as well have taken their $120 and given it to a bank that needs bailed out.

Well there is a slight possibility that they will just not mention it.. Just ignore it. As they did before release. Just pretend it didnt happen. 

Isn't it usually the first-parties who spin NPD numbers?  Third-parties like to let people know how well their games are doing as soon as possible (e.g. Activision telling us how many millions of copies of MW2 were sold in 24 hours).

They won't talk about it, like they've already been doing.

" But it was on the E3 Main Stage.  How could it suck???  *reads Tony Hawk in the Title*  Ooooooohhhh.  Never mind... "

" @JokerClown88 said:

" But it was on the E3 Main Stage.  How could it suck???  *reads Tony Hawk in the Title*  Ooooooohhhh.  Never mind... "

I don't think it has anything to do with Tony. He probably comes in at the end to record some dialog. The developers are to blame if it isn't a quality product. "

" But it was on the E3 Main Stage.  How could it suck???  *reads Tony Hawk in the Title*  Ooooooohhhh.  Never mind... "

" @99X said:

" @JokerClown88 said:

" But it was on the E3 Main Stage.  How could it suck???  *reads Tony Hawk in the Title*  Ooooooohhhh.  Never mind... "

I don't think it has anything to do with Tony. He probably comes in at the end to record some dialog. The developers are to blame if it isn't a quality product. "

Thats what I said.  The Tony Hawk Franchies has sucked since Tony Hawk 3.  Every game after 2 has been either a turd sandwich or a giant douche.  Seeing the name in the title of the game is enough to make me stay away. "

Ignore it!

" @JokerClown88 said:

" @99X said:

" @JokerClown88 said:

" But it was on the E3 Main Stage.  How could it suck???  *reads Tony Hawk in the Title*  Ooooooohhhh.  Never mind... "

I don't think it has anything to do with Tony. He probably comes in at the end to record some dialog. The developers are to blame if it isn't a quality product. "

Thats what I said.  The Tony Hawk Franchies has sucked since Tony Hawk 3.  Every game after 2 has been either a turd sandwich or a giant douche.  Seeing the name in the title of the game is enough to make me stay away. "

Eh, Tony Hawk 4 wasn't horrible. But yeah the franchise has sucked for a long time now. "

Dude, the Tony Hawk name carried so much value. It was one of the few games to get a perfect 10 at Gamespot. I love the fact that Jeff was the one who reviewed very single Tony Hawk game back at GS. But at the same time, its also sad in a way that he has become so disinterested in the franchise now.  I think Activision is going to give it one more try since they have already invested in the controller. If the 2nd attempt bombs as well, then they will let it die.

Tony Hawk(TM): RIDE(R) Is The #1 Selling Peripheral-based Tony Hawk Game of November!

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Nov 17, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Activision Publishing, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) is proud to announce that Tony Hawk: RIDE, the ground-breaking new entry in the popular action sports franchise, is the #1 selling peripheral-based extreme skateboarding sports action simulator featuring Tony Hawk for November.  According to NPD, Tony Hawk: RIDE has outsold all other peripheral-based extreme skateboarding sports action simulators featuring Tony Hawk combined, with sales literally in the tens of copies sold!

 
"Tony Hawk: RIDE is the ish!" stated Activision Blizzard CEO Robert Kotick, who almost landed a 900 once in the hollowed out pool in his backyard.  "This is the game I've always wanted to make," said legendary pro skater Tony Hawk, reading materials prepared for him by Activision Publishing. "The skateboard peripheral sort of looks like a real skateboard without wheels.  That's pretty cool, I guess.  I wonder if it floats?" (note: it does not.  Activision Blizzard takes no responsibility for RIDE controllers broken due to immersion in water.)

Tony Hawk: RIDE takes the popular action sports video game franchise in an all-new direction.  Like, off of a cliff, for instance. The wireless skateboard controller was designed in conjunction with Satan to offer a dynamic gaming experience built from the ground up.  It can also be used as a sled.  The innovative motion sensing peripheral offers a completely new way to play games. Without complex button combinations or analog sticks, gamers of various skill levels can literally step on the board and play equally poorly.  Veteran video game journalist Jeff Gerstmann had this to say: "With hardware that's unable to provide that level of consistency from session to session, Tony Hawk: RIDE is already a total failure."

Tony Hawk: RIDE is developed by Robomodo for the Xbox 360(R) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer entertainment system. Buzz Monkey developed the Wii(TM) system version. The game is rated E10+ by the ESRB. For more information, fans can visit www.THRide.com, www.Facebook.com/TonyHawkRIDE and www.Twitter.com/THRIDE.

For all video assets, visit the Activision Broadcast Media Center - http://www.usngondemand.com/index.php.

About Tony Hawk, Inc.

Tony Hawk, Inc. is a world leader in its field with the unprecedented ability to bring alternative sports and their unique lifestyle to the masses while maintaining an indispensable edge of authenticity with the market's hard-core, trendsetting audience. Founded by Tony Hawk in 1998 and based in Vista, CA, the company is organized into five segments: Merchandising, Events, Endorsements, Film and Digital Media. These lifestyle sports include skateboarding, BMX, Motocross, surfing and snowboarding. Consumer goods bearing the Tony Hawk brand have dominated several markets, including interactive games, skateboard hard goods, lifestyle apparel, toys, publications and more.

About Robomodo

Based in Chicago, IL, Robomodo is a video game development studio focused on producing top-tier products on current and next generation console platforms. Robomodo's team has a strong track record for marrying solid game design with an innovative artistic style, as well as harnessing the power of current and next-gen consoles. The core Robomodo team has proven its abilities in the Mortal Kombat, NBA Street and Fight Night franchises. The company's first game for Activision Publishing, Inc. is Tony Hawk: RIDE, which will be released in 2009 simultaneously on the Xbox 360(R) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer entertainment system and Wii(TM) system.

About Activision Publishing, Inc.

Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision Publishing, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products.

Activision Publishing maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, Norway, Denmark, the Netherlands, Australia, Russia, Japan, South Korea, China and the region of Taiwan. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company's website, www.activision.com.

They just wont talk about it. Pretend it doesn't really even exist. Lack of acknowledgment is better than trying to spin good out of something that really in no way can be spun.

" Its clear that Activision know full well that they have published a piece of crap.  They didn't send out any copies of the game for review, instead choosing to hold a so-called review event (see: "stage-managed propaganda"), and review websites & magazines are having to shelve out $120 just so they can review it.  "

" Don't understand. Are you saying that Ride will or won't sell well? How do you know? "

@skrutop: Good grief, man. That's amazing!

Does anyone here have this game

" Does anyone here have this game "

" Does anyone here have this game "

They seem to be touting RIDE'S success like any other since they are already talking sequel. I bet Jeff just can't wait.

" @skrutop: If that is your original work, that is amazing and you should write fake pr statements for a living. "

@skrutop
 
That was too hilarious.

First rule of Tony Hawk: RIDE:  You don't talk about Tony Hawk: RIDE...

At least DJ Hero did we... oh right.

They could possibly comment on the soundtrack. That looked pretty good to me. That is the only redeeming thing to the game. 

" They could possibly comment on the soundtrack. That looked pretty good to me. That is the only redeeming thing to the game.  "

" @BioEradication said:

" They could possibly comment on the soundtrack. That looked pretty good to me. That is the only redeeming thing to the game.  "

This awesome music collection can be yours for only $120!   Oh, by the way, you have to play our poorly designed game while you listen to it. Have fun! =D "

Remastered Tonky Hawk PS1 series would make me cash out 120$ for this.