The gaming community is celebrating the return of the Skate franchise with the release of its first game in 15 years, now available in early access. This new title, developed by Full Circle, promises to keep players entertained over time through seasonal content and a ‘battle pass’ system to unlock cosmetics.
If you want more, you will have to pay up
The first season will begin on October 7 and will run until December 2, featuring two autumn-themed events: Skate-o-ween and 7-ply Maple Harvest. These activities are designed to engage the community and creatively celebrate the arrival of the new season. Players can pre-order the skate.Pass through two Founder’s Packs, with prices ranging from €24.99 to €49.99, each with different amounts of in-game currency and exclusive cosmetic items.
The initial success of Skate has been remarkable, reaching a peak of over 78,000 concurrent players after its launch. However, some users have pointed out the need for an offline mode, due to the game’s requirement for a constant connection. To address loading issues, server queues have been implemented, a measure that reflects the intention to improve the gaming experience for users.
EA has also shared details about future seasons. Season 2 will introduce a new cooperative mode and significant improvements, such as group voice chat, while Season 3 promises more character customization options, including tattoos and leaderboards. With each new season, fixes and quality of life improvements will be added, which bodes well for fans of the series.
