Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam for the Nintendo Game Boy Advance is an extreme sports racing game, blending skateboarding action and racing mechanics. Players take on the role of legendary skater Tony Hawk or create a custom skater to race downhill through various twisting courses, performing high-flying tricks and combos to gain speed and outpace competitors. The GBA version offers a different gameplay experience from its console counterparts, focusing on handheld-friendly side-scrolling action with an emphasis on quick reflexes and mastery of skateboarding tricks.