Skate Playtesting Now Includes Console Players

Console players can now dive into the excitement of playtesting skate., the eagerly awaited new addition to the beloved Skate franchise. Previously exclusive to PC since mid-2022, the playtest has now expanded to include Xbox and PlayStation players through the skate. Insider program. This marks a significant step forward as it's the first Skate game to hit the scene in about 15 years, following the release of Skate 3 in 2010.

Despite the franchise being put on the back burner by EA in favor of other genres like FPS, Battle Royale, and live-service games, the passionate fanbase kept the dream alive. The #Skate4 hashtag became a rallying cry that eventually led EA to announce a new dedicated development studio for the series. Last Fall, it was revealed that skate. would enter early access in 2025, and the inclusion of console testing is a promising sign of progress toward that goal.

The announcement came via skate.'s official Twitter account, inviting Xbox and PlayStation players to join the playtest by registering for the skate. Insider program. A brief video clip featured members of the development team addressing fan questions, confirming the addition of more Black hairstyle options and playfully referencing the playtest's initial "Fall 2024" announcement.

EA has confirmed that skate. will be a free-to-play, live-service game set in the fictional city of San Vansterdam. This city, still under construction, draws inspiration from San Vanelona and Port Carverton, as well as real-world locations. Although a version of the map leaked in 2023, it's likely to have evolved significantly since then. Fans can either participate in the playtest or wait for skate. to become more widely accessible.

Skate Around in the Meantime

While skate. is set to enter early access in 2025, the gaming community is well aware that development timelines can shift. In the interim, fans of the genre have plenty of other skateboarding games to enjoy before skate. fully launches.