Skate Expands Playtesting to Include Console Players

Summary

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

Console players can finally experience skate., the long-awaited addition to the popular Skate franchise, through a new playtest. While playtesting has been ongoing since mid-2022, it was previously limited to PC. Xbox and PlayStation players can now join in, experiencing the first new Skate game in over 15 years.

The last Skate game, Skate 3, launched in 2010. Despite a dedicated fanbase, EA seemingly shelved the franchise, focusing on other genres. However, persistent fan support, particularly the #Skate4 hashtag, led to the announcement of a dedicated development team and a new game. Last fall, skate. was announced for early access in 2025, and this console playtest is a positive step towards that release.

Via skate.'s official Twitter account, Xbox and PlayStation players can now access the playtest through the skate. Insider program (registration required). A short video from the development team confirmed more Black hairstyle options and playfully addressed the "Fall 2024" playtest announcement. Specific gameplay details, such as the replay editor, remain unconfirmed.

EA has confirmed skate. as a free-to-play, live-service game, but details are still scarce. The skateboarding sim is set in the fictional city of San Vansterdam, inspired by San Vanelona, Port Carverton, and real-world locations. A map leak from 2023 circulated online, but its accuracy in the current build is uncertain. Fans can register for the playtest or wait for the game's wider release.

Skate Around in the Meantime

While early access is slated for 2025, delays are always a possibility. In the meantime, fans can explore other skateboarding games to fill the gap until skate.'s full release.