havent we discussed this like 300 times?
skate 2 has the best level/graphics.
skate 3 has way better physics/walking around/hardcore mode/is way more satisfying to do a hard trick, because its actually hard. the level is really really bad, not having a proper downtown was a stupid choice.
skate 3 is more gratifying, while skate 2 is more fun. i play both all the time