Latest Updates on skate.
2025
June 18
The skate team is rolling out its largest playtest update yet before this summer's early access launch. Playtest Update 0.27 launches July 2, packed with community-requested enhancements, gameplay tweaks, bug fixes, and performance upgrades.
Further reading: Skate Announces Major Playtest Update Before Summer Early Access Debut (GameInformer)
April 25
The developers confirmed skate's early access will arrive around late 2025 but disclosed an important limitation - the game requires constant online connectivity, with no offline mode available.
Further reading: EA's Skate Reboot Will Be Always-Online Experience (Tweaktown)
Further reading: Skate Sets Early Access Window While Disappointing Fans With Online-Only Restriction (Gamerant)
March 12
EA has introduced microtransactions during skate's alpha phase. Despite being in closed testing for selected players only, the developers have already implemented purchasable in-game currency.
Further reading: EA Sparks Controversy With Microtransactions in Skate Alpha (GameRant)
Further reading: Skate Closed Alpha Already Features Microtransactions (InsiderGaming)
February 10
During their routine development update, the skate team showcased exciting additions to their trick system, demonstrating new moves including wallies, slappies, and polejams.
Further reading: Skate Developers Preview Next-Gen Trick Mechanics (Game8)
