Skate. Playtesting Now Available on Consoles!

Exciting news for console gamers! The highly anticipated skateboarding game, skate., is now available for playtesting on Xbox and PlayStation consoles. This follows a period of PC-only testing that began in mid-2022.

After the release of Skate 3 in 2010, the franchise went dormant. However, persistent fan demand, fueled by the #Skate4 hashtag, finally led EA to establish a dedicated development team and announce the skate. title. Initially slated for early access in 2025, this console playtest marks significant progress.

Access to the playtest is via the skate. Insider program, requiring registration. A recent video from the development team confirmed more Black hairstyle options and addressed the previously announced "Fall 2024" playtest timeframe. While specific gameplay details, such as the replay editor, remain undisclosed, the team hinted at further features to come.

skate. is confirmed as a free-to-play, live-service game set in the fictional city of San Vansterdam, a work-in-progress inspired by various real-world and previous Skate game locations. While a map leaked in 2023, its current state remains unknown.

Other Skateboarding Options

While skate.'s early access launch is targeted for 2025, delays are always a possibility. Fortunately, several other skateboarding games provide excellent alternatives until the official release.

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