1 day Ago By Theunis Jansen van Rensburg
The skateboarding genre has been experiencing a resurgence in recent years, with titles like Skate Story and Helskate captivating players. Now, one of the most beloved skateboarding franchises is poised for a comeback. EA has announced plans for an early access release of the new Skate game in 2025.
The game, simply titled “skate.”, will be available on consoles and PC through Steam. Read: iPhone 16 prices in South Africa announced, and its dropping Fans of the Skate series have been eagerly anticipating this new entry since its initial announcement four years ago.
Last year, EA revealed that the game would be a free-to-play live service title with microtransactions, but assured players there would be no “pay-to-win” elements. we're incredibly stoked to announce that skate. will be launching in Early Access in 2025.
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com/ZbFL3WycWu The developers have been sharing updates on the game’s progress, including details on the revamped “Flick-It” trick control system, expanded character customization options, and ongoing playtests with fan feedback. The new Skate game takes place in the fictional city of San Vansterdam, which has been taken over by a corporate overlord named M-Corp. As M-Corp’s grip on the city weakens, skaters are given the opportunity to reclaim the streets.
A teaser video featuring comedian Tim Robinson as the corporate lackey Richard “Richie” Dandle offers a glimpse into the game’s narrative. With its early access release on the horizon, Skate fans can look forward to once again shredding their way through the streets of San Vansterdam..
