SSX Tricky

Game Overview

In SSX Tricky, players hit the snowy slopes across massive, multi-path mountain courses in dramatic locations around the world—including Garibaldi, Snowdream, Tokyo Megaplex, and Alaska. The game centers on high-octane racing and trick competitions, where boosting off massive ramps and pulling off spins, flips, and board grabs fills the Boost Bar. Filling the bar completely unlocks the ability to pull off exaggerated Uber Tricks—unbelievable aerial stunts where boarders unclip from their snowboards, spin them around their bodies, or execute airborne spins before sticking clean landings. The single-player World Circuit mode combines competitive racing with character progression, allowing players to upgrade speed, acceleration, and trick stats while navigating dynamic rivalries and friendships with other riders.

Quick Specifications

• Platform: Nintendo GameCube

• Developer: EA Canada

• Publisher: EA Sports BIG

• Release Date: December 2, 2001 (North America)

• Genre: Arcade Sports / Extreme Snowboarding

• Players: 1–2 Players (Local Split-Screen Versus)

• ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)

Key Features

• Uber Tricks System: Spell out "TRICKY" by landing big tricks to unleash infinite boost and absurd, gravity-defying special moves.

• Celebrity Voice Cast: Features dynamic voice acting from Hollywood talents, including Run-D.M.C.'s Rahzel, Lucy Liu, David Spade, and Billy Zane.

• Massive Multi-Path Courses: Race down complex, multi-tiered mountain slopes packed with hidden shortcuts, rails, ramps, and environmental hazards.

• Rivalry & Relationship System: AI boarders remember your on-track actions—punching or cutting off rivals creates aggressive enemies, while clean riding fosters allies who won't attack you.

Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

How do you unlock Uber Tricks?

To unlock Uber Tricks during a run, you must repeatedly execute successful tricks to build up your Boost Bar. Once the meter is completely full, it lights up with the word "TRICKY." Performing an Uber Trick while this bar is active awards huge point bonuses and spells out a letter in "TRICKY."

What happens when you spell out "TRICKY"?

Once you spell out all six letters of "TRICKY" during a single race or trick run, your boarder gains infinite boost for the remainder of that course, granting top speeds and maximum stunt capability.

Which game modes are available in SSX Tricky?

• World Circuit: The primary single-player campaign consisting of Race and Showoff events to unlock characters, boards, and stat points.

• Showoff: A trick-focused event where score is paramount.

• Race: A fast-paced, 6-boarder downhill sprint to the finish line.

• Practice / Freeride: Relaxed modes for learning course layouts and mastering complex button combinations.

Does SSX Tricky feature licensed music?

Yes! The iconic title track is a remix of Run-D.M.C.'s classic "It's Tricky," accompanied by an energetic licensed soundtrack from electronic and hip-hop artists like The Crystal Method, Mix Master Mike, and Plump DJs.