Skate Gets Biggest Playtest Update Ahead Of Early Access Launch This Summer

Skate Reveals Major Playtest Update Before Early Access Launch This Summer

Attention skateboarding aficionados! We have some exciting news about the much-anticipated game, Skate. The upcoming fourth entry in EA's skateboard series is set to receive its most significant update yet since playtesting began last fall.

Playtest Update 0.27

Playtest Update 0.27 is set to arrive on July 2 and will address community feedback, as detailed on the game's new development blog, The Grind Vol. 3.

Visual Overhaul

On the presentation side, the city of San Van Amsterdam will undergo a significant visual overhaul. The skating playground will be bolstered by new environmental signage, foliage, and graffiti, along with more pedestrians and traffic. Lighting, shadows, and textures have also been improved. Check out the "Before/After" comparison screenshots below to see the changes yourself.

New Challenges and Missions

Over 140 new challenges are coming alongside new missions and the addition of the Market Mile neighborhood. The opening and tutorial have also been streamlined and improved to get players in the city much quicker.

Improved Progression and Rewards

Progression has been overhauled based on fan feedback. The Collection Score has been removed as a gate for Challenge progression. Earning rewards now results in bigger celebrations. Furthermore, Product Boxes will be rewarded in greater quantities and contain better rewards.

Expanded Character Customization

Character customization has been expanded with more options to change your overall appearance, including new hairstyles, gestures, and emotes. The developer, Full Circle, has promised even more options in the future.

Music and Sound Updates

Update 0.27 also includes updates to music and sound, the Replay Editor, general Quality of Life improvements, haptics, and more.

How to Become a Playtester

Skate will launch into Early Access sometime at the end of the summer for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC via Steam and Epic. If you're interested in playing the game before the Early Access, you can still register to become a playtester here. But hurry, as registration ends on June 27.

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What are your thoughts on the upcoming Skate update? Which new feature are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments below!

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