Are you having trouble reaching greater heights or building up momentum in Skate 4, even following four well-timed pushes? Well, learning how to pump might be the solution, as the technique sees you use your body weight to generate extra speed.
To help you master it, this guide will go through how to perform pumps in Skate 4 and offer a few tips sure to help you fly high. Ready?
How To Pump In Skate 4 And Best Settings
You can perform pumps in Skate 4 by holding R2/RT or L2/LT while in transitions. If you prefer, we managed to perform the technique by holding the right analog stick up as well, although the method requires more careful timing. Simply following the motions of the walls can also sometimes trigger a few pumps, even with Vert Pump Assist disabled.
Speaking of Vert Pump Assist, heading to Assists and either disabling the setting or reducing its value can help further increase the effect of your pumps, as the option allows the game to perform them automatically in exchange for a lower overall speed boost. For those not using Streamlined Controls, enabling Forward to Pump might then be a game-changer. Once active, the feature allows you to perform pumps by holding the left analog stick up, thus leaving your bumpers open for tricks.
How To Time And Get The Most Out Of Pumps
If you are having trouble timing your pumps in Skate, start by focusing on letting go of the input at the moment you leave a transition. But don’t be limited to using ramps when doing so, as any curved surface is a prime target and can generate a lot of momentum. Each successful attempt also rewards you with a decent number of points, so make using the technique a habit to keep your multiplier up at all times.
When looking to practice pumping in Skate, the Rolling Waves Skatepark at Market Mile is by far the best place due to its plethora of connected ramps and easy-to-access bowls. Before heading out, though, make sure to take a look at How to Perform All Grab Tricks in Skate so you can make full use of your newfound momentum. We also highly recommend taking a look at a few Skate settings you should change right now. After all, fine-tuning your experience can sometimes be all you need to reach the next level.
