skate. News
2025
June 18
⚫︎ The skate team announces their most significant playtest update yet before the game's early access release this summer. Playtest Update 0.27 launches July 2, featuring major improvements based on player feedback with upgrades, gameplay adjustments, bug fixes, and performance enhancements.
Read more: Skate Prepares for Early Access With Major Playtest Update (GameInformer)
April 25
⚫︎ While narrowing the early access window to late 2025, skate's developers confirm the game will require a persistent online connection with no offline play option. Players must maintain internet access to enjoy all game features.
Read more: EA Confirms Always-Online Requirement for Skate Reboot (Tweaktown)
Read more: Skate Announces Early Access Timeline But Disappoints With Online-Only Restriction (Gamerant)
March 12
⚫︎ Microtransactions have been introduced during skate's alpha testing phase. The closed, invitation-only playtest now includes in-game currency purchases despite still being in early development.
Read more: Skate Alpha Sparks Controversy With Early Microtransaction Implementation (GameRant)
Read more: EA Introduces Monetization in Skate's Closed Alpha Build (InsiderGaming)
February 10
⚫︎ The skate development team shared insights about their revamped trick system in their latest community update, debuting new maneuver techniques including wallies, slappies, and polejams through gameplay demonstrations.
Read more: Skate Developers Preview Enhanced Trick Mechanics (Game8)
