Console Gamers Join Skate Playtest

Skate Playtest Now Available on Consoles!

The highly anticipated skateboarding game, skate., is finally available for playtesting on Xbox and PlayStation consoles! Previously limited to PC players since mid-2022, this marks a significant step towards the game's 2025 early access release. The playtest is accessible through the skate. Insider program, requiring registration.

For over a decade, Skate fans clamored for a new installment after Skate 3 in 2010. The #Skate4 hashtag became a powerful testament to this demand, eventually prompting EA to establish a dedicated development team. This console playtest is a positive sign, bringing the franchise back to life after a long hiatus.

A recent video from the skate. development team confirmed additional Black hairstyle options and addressed the previously announced "Fall 2024" playtest timeframe. While specific gameplay details, like the updated replay editor, remain under wraps, the team's enthusiasm is palpable.

skate. is confirmed as a free-to-play, live-service game set in the fictional city of San Vansterdam. This sprawling metropolis draws inspiration from various real-world and previous Skate game locations. While a map leaked in 2023, its current state remains speculative.

Bridge the Gap Until 2025

While the early access launch is targeted for 2025, delays are always a possibility. In the meantime, fans can explore other skateboarding titles to satisfy their need for speed and tricks until skate. officially drops. Register for the Insider program and get ready to shred!