How to Hippie Jump in Skate 4
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If you have played Skate 4 (also known as “Skate.”) you know the game has resurrected loads of classic tricks. One that stands out for style and flow is the hippie jump. The hippie jump is all about hopping off the board just a little, letting the board keep rolling underneath, then landing back on it. It is not a flip, not a grab, it is about timing and finesse. Here is how to hippie jump in Skate 4 and how to do it well.
What Is the Hippie Jump
- A hippie jump is a trick where your skater jumps up and leaves both feet off the board while the skateboard continues rolling forward.
- The goal is to land back on the skateboard cleanly without bailing.
- It is useful for clearing low obstacles such as rails, benches and curbs or just for style and chaining moves.
How to Hippie Jump in Skate 4 — Controls
- On PlayStation 5: press Square + X at the same time.
- On Xbox: press B + A at the same time.
Pressing those buttons together triggers the hippie jump. Knowing the buttons is only half the job, you still need to time it properly.
Steps to Execute the Hippie Jump
- Choose your obstacle
Pick something low to start such as a small rail, bench or curb. - Approach with good speed
Not super fast, not crawling. Medium pace gives the board momentum while leaving time to jump. - Jump and trigger
Once you are just before the obstacle, press the appropriate buttons (Square + X on PS5 or B + A on Xbox) together. This makes you jump and leave both feet off the board. - Board rolls underneath
As you are in the air, the board keeps rolling underneath. - Land back on
Bring your feet back down onto the board. Try to land on the bolts and bend your knees to absorb impact. Keep balance with the control sticks. - Ride away
If all goes well you will land, roll away cleanly and ideally chain into another trick.
Tips to Master It
- Practice on flat ground first to get comfortable with timing.
- Camera awareness helps. Use replay or different views so you can see how the board tracks under you.
- Adjust speed. Slower is safer, faster gives more range but increases risk.
- Stay relaxed in the jump. Stiff jumps make you overshoot or land awkwardly.
- Use it in combos. Once you are comfortable, hippie jumps can be used as transitions between tricks to keep flow.
Common Mistakes and Fixes
| Mistake | What Happens | How to Fix It |
|---|---|---|
| Poor timing | You land too early or too late, board slips awkwardly or you miss it | Slow down, visualise the board passing under before landing |
| Taking off too close | You land on the obstacle | Jump a split second earlier, give the board room |
| Feet placement off | Landing off-centre, wobble, bail | Aim for the bolts when landing |
| Going too fast | Jump height misjudged, control lost | Practise at moderate speed and build up gradually |
Why Hippie Jump Matters
- Adds style rather than raw difficulty. Looks great in clips and replays.
- Helps maintain flow since you can clear obstacles without slowing down.
- Useful in combinations such as hippie jump into a manual or grind.
- Builds better control and timing for all tricks.
Final Thoughts
If you want to know how to hippie jump in Skate 4 it is not about brute force, it is finesse. The correct button press (Square + X on PS5, B + A on Xbox) combined with steady speed, clean approach, confident timing and solid landing equals hippie jump glory. Start with simple obstacles, practise the separation between skater and board, and you will be clearing bigger features in no time.
Zachary Skinner is the editor of TechDrivePlay.com, where tech, cars and adventure share the fast lane.
A former snowboarding pro and programmer, he brings both creative flair and technical know-how to his reviews. From high-performance cars to clever gadgets, he explores how innovation shapes the way we move, connect and live.
