EA's highly anticipated free-to-play skateboarding simulation game, Skate (stylized as skate.), has finally opened its doors for console playtesting. Announced back in June 2020, the game has been teasing fans with updates and glimpses into its development, and now, PlayStation and Xbox users can dive into the action. While a PC beta date remains unconfirmed, eager fans can still sign up as an Insider to stay in the loop.
Register Now For Beta Access And Exclusive Rewards
According to the game's official X (formerly Twitter) account, console playtesting has been ongoing since as early as September, with ongoing sessions reported in December. Developer Full Circle is actively encouraging fans to join the playtesting, as the game is in continuous development. To secure your spot in the beta, head over to EA's official website and navigate to the Skate page to register for Skate Insider Playtesting. Not only will you get early access to the game, but you'll also receive exclusive rewards, including an in-game skateboard and stickers, when the game launches in Early Access.
Skate is slated to launch in Early Access in 2025, marking a significant return for the franchise nearly a decade after Skate 3. The game will be available across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms. Set in the fictional city of San Vansterdam, skate. promises to be a free-to-play, live-service game that aims to deliver an "authentic evolution" of the beloved series, as shared by Full Circle in a previous interview on their YouTube channel.
