It might not feel like it, but it’s been 15 years since the last Skate game was released. However, thanks to the advent of social media (and Xbox’s backwards compatibility program), the legacy of 2010’s Skate 3 remained ever-present for far longer than anyone expected. From hilarious memes starring Jesus himself to genuinely impressive stunts, the series never felt like it truly left despite consistent demands for a new Skate game.
Well, some five years after it was first announced, that dream fourth Skate game has finally arrived. Things are different this time around. Skate is now a free-to-play game in early access. It’s also changed its look and structure quite a bit from what people may remember. But in the places where it truly counts, Skate is a mostly faithful and fun follow-up, even if some cumbersome kinks need to be ironed out in the months and years leading up to its 1.0 release.
