When is the Skate 4 release date? Early access news
Here's when you can get your skates on again!
The long-awaited return of beloved extreme sports sim Skate is finally happening. EA is back with Skate 4 (officially titled skate.) and we've got the latest news about the game for all your boardheads.
Finally, too, we have word on a Skate 4 release date! It's set to launch in early access next year.
On top of that, EA has confirmed that console playtesting is set to begin in autumn 2024. You'll need to sign up as a Skate Insider to have a chance to take part. More on that below.
Keep reading to find out everything there is to know about the Skate 4 release date, early access plans, how to join the playtests, and more. Roll on down to the end of the page to watch a trailer!
Is there a Skate 4 release date?
The skate. early access release date is 2025, EA has confirmed.
Unfortunately, no further details have been provided by the publisher but you can check out a short pre-alpha footage teaser trailer in the early access release window X (formerly known as Twitter) post below:
Fingers crossed we do learn more about the game sooner rather than later.
Can I pre-order Skate 4?
Not yet! Pre-orders have not begun for Skate 4 at this point.
In fact, you might never need to pay for Skate 4 — it has been confirmed that EA is making the game free-to-play!
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How to apply for the Skate 4 playtest
Some lucky players will be able to access Skate 4 early with the official playtest – one phase of this has already taken place, but we'd expect there to be more Skate 4 playtests in future.
If you're like to take part in a Skate 4 playtest, you need to sign up on the official website and hope you get picked for inclusion!
Insiders will earn an exclusive in-game skateboard and stickers as rewards to use when the game launches in early access in 2025.
What platforms can you get Skate 4 on?
Skate 4 will be available on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S, EA has confirmed. Work is also underway on a mobile version, too, but there's no word yet on a Nintendo Switch release.
Skate 4 gameplay
You can see some very early gameplay footage Skate 4 in the trailer at the bottom of this page!
As it shows, the game looks colourful and chaotic, as well as being a whole lot of fun. It is, of course, a freewheeling skateboarding game that will take a fair amount of practise to master!
It's always worth keeping an eye on the official EA website for the latest skate. news and updates.
Is there a trailer for Skate 4?
There is indeed a trailer for Skate 4. Take a look at the 'Still working on it' promo video below, and it should hype you up nicely while you wait for the Skate 4 release date to be revealed.
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