In THPS-THPS3, 3 of the levels in each game's Career Mode are competitions. Competition levels have only 1 aim-place in the top 3 for a medal, which unlocks the next level. Earning gold medals in each competition level unlocks a video for the selected skater. Landing large combos, using special tricks whenever possible, mixing up your tricks, and trying not to bail (or do so as little as possible if unavoidable) in order to rack up a large score will influence the judges and result in better scores.