Skate 4 Release Date, Features, And More

Developed and published by Electronic Arts, Skate is a skateboarding game series that began in 2007. It received three installments, all developed by EA Blackbox, a branch of EA based in Canada. The last installment was released in 2010, after which the series was discontinued when EA Blackbox shut down in 2013. The fourth entry in the series was announced in 2020, called ‘skate.’ but fans are referring to it as Skate 4. Let’s explore more below.

Skate 4

Skate 4 or ‘skate.’ is the fourth installment in the Skate series being developed by Full Circle, founded in 2021, and published by Electronic Arts. As one of the most innovative skateboard game series, this next installment raises high hopes among fans, especially since the series is returning after 15 years. Features include:

Open world: The game is set in a massive city called San Vansterdam that players can freely explore.
Cross-platform play: You’ll be able to skate with friends regardless of platform.
Cross-progression: Your progress, unlocks, and customizations carry across all platforms.
Multiplayer focus: The world is filled with real players, enabling casual skating, challenges, and group events.
New tricks and animations: Improved motion capture and animations make tricks feel smoother and more realistic.
Parkour and climbing: You can now run, jump, and climb to explore spots without needing your board.
In-game events: Seasonal events, challenges, and live updates will keep gameplay fresh and dynamic.
Social features: Voice chat, emotes, and group tools make it easy to connect and skate together.
Skater customization: Create a genderless skater with full access to all clothes, gear, and stickers.
Always online: The game requires an internet connection to play and is designed as a live service experience.

Skate Release Timeline

The timeline of Skate series is as follows:

Game	Release Date	Platforms
Skate	2007	Xbox 360, PlayStation 3
Skate It	2008	Android
Skate It	2009	iOS
Skate 2	2009	Xbox 360, PlayStation 3
Skate 3	2010	Xbox 360, PlayStation 3
Skate 4	TBA	PC, Xbox One/X/S, PS4, PS5

Skate 4 Playtest

Playtesting has been ongoing since early 2022. Initially, it was only available on PC, but in early 2025, playtesting expanded to consoles. While players can no longer apply for the playtest, as registration closed on June 27, 2025, those who RSVP’d will receive email invitations. If you registered, keep an eye out for an invite. The upcoming playtest dates are as follows:

July 2 – Already completed!
July 8 – Already completed!
July 15 – Already completed!
July 22 – Coming up

Skate 4 Release Date and Platforms

With playtests underway, Full Circle plans to release the game in Early Access later this year, as confirmed by the developer. Currently, there is no official release date, but fans anticipate it will arrive sometime in 2026. The platforms for Early Access have not been officially confirmed. But the game will likely launch on the following platforms:

PlayStation 4
PlayStation 5
Xbox One
Xbox Series X|S
PC

Summary

Skate 4, officially called skate., is the upcoming game in EA’s popular skateboarding series, now developed by Full Circle. Set in a large open world called San Vansterdam, it features online multiplayer, new tricks, parkour movements, and extensive skater customization. Playtests started in 2022, with Early Access expected in late 2025 or early 2026.