Skate: Finally a Release Date, 4 Years After Announcement, and New Trailer Too

Skate’s Grand Return: Early Access Launch in 2025, New City, and Enhanced Flickit System

After a twelve-year wait, Skate is set to make its highly anticipated return, launching in early access on September 16, 2025. This comeback promises a fresh experience, particularly for the dedicated community who have patiently awaited its arrival. Players will bid farewell to San Vanelona and welcome San Vansterdam, the new fictional city. This urban skatepark, reimagined as an evolving open world, promises endless opportunities for adventure and tricks. The map features four distinct neighborhoods—Hedgemont, Gullcrest, Market Mile, and Brickswich—each featuring its own distinct atmosphere, iconic spots, and challenges. From rooftops and massive ramps to plazas, skateparks, and even unconventional locations like the Rolling Reverence Church—a former parish reimagined as a skater sanctuary—every element has been thoughtfully crafted as a permanent playground for experimentation. According to The Experience Center, the development team’s philosophy is “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” As a result, the beloved Flickit System returns, enhanced with refinements and powered by the Frostbite Engine. This combination retains the precision that endeared the series to fans while expanding the trick repertoire to include Wallies, Slappies, and Firecrackers. Newcomers will also benefit from Skatepedia, an in-game educational guide.

Skate’s New Formula: Connected Games 2.0 for Continuous Expansion and Community Engagement

A significant new direction for Skate is its “New Formula,” which emphasizes community engagement and ongoing expansion. Electronic Arts plans to keep the experience fresh with a continuous stream of challenges, music, cosmetic content, and new events, embodying the core principles of “connected games 2.0.”

In Case You Missed It

In light of recent developments, Bruno Pferd’s article “Microsoft Mandates Daily AI Use for King Employees Following Layoffs” (published on 2025-08-27) delves into the challenges faced by King employees as they grapple with mandatory AI integration and a volatile work environment. As layoffs continue to loom, this insightful piece explores how the workforce is navigating these changes while dealing with internal strife and managerial skepticism. To gain a deeper understanding of how King is adapting to this new reality, be sure to check out the full article Microsoft Mandates Daily AI Use for King Employees Following Layoffs. For all you skating enthusiasts out there, we have some thrilling news! Marcus Thompson’s latest piece, “Skate Launches as Free Game, Early Access, in September,” published on August 27th, dives into the highly anticipated release of Skate, the next installment in the beloved skateboarding series. Developed by Full Circle and set for early access on September 16th across various platforms, this game promises an unparalleled skating experience with its innovative Flick-it System and a host of new tricks. Don’t miss out on the excitement; head over to Skate Launches as Free Game, Early Access, in September to learn more! If you’re looking for some free gaming goodness, don’t miss out on Sophie Laurent’s latest post where she highlights the Epic Games Store’s current giveaway of two fantastic titles—Kamaeru and Strange Horticulture—from March 14th to March 21st, 2025. It’s your last chance to grab these games for free before they’re gone! Head over to her article Last Chance: Epic Games Store Releases 2 Free Games to get the download links and stay tuned for more awesome deals by following Epic Games Store on social media.

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