New Skate Game Announces Early Access Launch Window

EA has unveiled an early access launch window for its highly anticipated skateboarding game, skate. set for 2025. The Skate series, which began in 2007, has carved out its own space in the skateboarding genre with its unique "Flick-it" gameplay system and commitment to realism. This has distinguished it from the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater series, which dominated the skateboarding game scene before Skate found its own popularity. While titles like Session: Skate Sim and Helskate have expanded on the genre, many fans of classic skateboarding games are eager for a nostalgic return to form, which skate. promises to deliver.

The skateboarding game genre might be experiencing a revival. Recently, Tony Hawk revealed he is collaborating with Activision on a new project, sparking speculation about a potential return of the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater series. This would mark the first new entry in the Pro Skater series in five years. skate.’s upcoming release, scheduled to be the first new title in its series in approximately 15 years, adds to the excitement.

EA has announced that Skate 4 will be available for early access in 2025. The announcement was accompanied by new pre-alpha footage, showcasing a mix of gameplay and cutscenes. Although details have been sparse, it is confirmed that the game will be a free-to-play live-service title. The community's response has been enthusiastic, with popular figures like Jacksepticeye expressing their excitement about the upcoming release.

Skate 4 Early Access Launch Details

The latest trailer for Skate 4 hints at the game’s narrative direction. The Skate series has previously taken an anti-corporate stance, promoting a free-spirited attitude. The inclusion of "M-Corp" in the new trailer suggests a return to this thematic element, potentially appealing to long-time fans who appreciated the series' rebellious edge. The absence of Mongocorp in Skate 3 was notable, so the reappearance of a similar entity could signal a nod to the franchise's roots.

Additionally, the new Skate game seems poised to bring back the beloved replay editor. This feature, which was present in earlier titles, is expected to be enhanced with modern social media integration. This could make replaying and sharing gameplay footage a more central aspect of the experience. Fans will likely have the opportunity to explore and test this feature during the early access phase, among other new additions.

With these developments, skate. looks set to make a significant impact on the skateboarding game landscape, offering both nostalgic elements and fresh innovations.