Skate Expands Playtesting to Include Console Players

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Summary

  • Console players can now playtest skate., a highly anticipated new entry in the Skate franchise.
  • The playtest is available through the skate. Insider program for Xbox and PlayStation players.
  • skate. is confirmed to be free-to-play, set in the fictional city of San Vansterdam, with more gameplay features to come.

For the first time in nearly 15 years, console gamers are being granted access to play the long-awaited new installment of the popular “Skate” series, titled “skate.“. Previously, playtesting for this game has been underway since mid-2022, but it was only accessible on PC. Now, both Xbox and PlayStation players can experience the first “Skate” game in a decade.

The last installment from the Skate series, Skate 3, came out in 2010. Although it had a devoted fanbase, Electronic Arts (EA) decided to focus on first-person shooter (FPS), Battle Royale, and live-service games instead. Over the years, there were calls for a new Skate game, with #Skate4 trending prominently. EA eventually took notice and established a dedicated studio to create a fresh title in the franchise. Last fall, it was revealed that skate. would enter early access in 2025, which is great news since console testing could pave the way for its release within that timeframe.

Through a tweet from skate.‘s official account, it’s been revealed that Xbox and PlayStation gamers can now sign up to test out skate. This is done via the developer’s skate. Insider program, which necessitates registration. In a brief video, two members of skate.‘s development team interact with fans, but they didn’t delve into specific gameplay aspects such as the innovative replay editor. However, they did mention there will be more Black hairstyle options and made a playful comment about the initial announcement for “Fall 2024” playtest.

The game, known as “skate,” has been officially confirmed by EA as free-to-play and a live-service title. However, specific details about what this game involves are somewhat vague at the moment. What we do know is that it’s a skateboarding simulation set in the fictional city of San Vansterdam, which draws inspiration from San Vanelona, Port Carverton, and real-world locations. A map for the game was leaked online in 2023, but it’s possible that significant changes have occurred since then. Enthusiasts of the series can either sign up for a playtest or wait for a wider release when the game becomes more accessible.

Skate Around in the Meantime

Though planned for an early access launch in 2025, it’s understood that video games under development can sometimes experience delays beyond their initial release dates, which is now customary within the gaming industry. In the interim, enthusiasts of this genre have several other games to explore until the upcoming Skate game officially hits the shelves.

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2025-01-15 06:14