skate.™ FAQ

Can you tell me what skate. is?

skate. is a free-to-play* online, massive-multiplayer skateboarding sandbox set in the city of San Vansterdam featuring cross-progression and cross-platform gameplay.

What platforms will skate. be released on?

We released skate. Into Early Access on September 16, 2025 on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, with mobile platforms (Android and iOS) to follow later.

When did skate. release?

skate. released into Early Access on September 16, 2025.

What is Early Access for skate. and Full Circle?

For us, Early Access is just the beginning. It means we’re ready to open the doors to San Vansterdam to the world, but there will be bugs and issues. It’s the start of our live service for skate., as we continue developing, iterating, tweaking, and adding-to our ever-evolving massive online skateboarding sandbox.

Is it a new game or remaster?

This isn't a sequel, remake, or a remaster. It's the evolution of the Skate franchise.

Is it skate. or Skate 4?

It's skate. Just. skate. Period.

What engine is Full Circle using?

We're working with the Frostbite team to power skate. and bring San Vansterdam to life.

Will skate. have offline mode?

The simple answer: No. The game and city are designed to be a living, breathing massively multiplayer skateboarding sandbox that is always online and always evolving.

Are there in-game purchases?

In skate., you’ll be able to unlock cosmetic items through progression, and you can also snag some premium cosmetic items via the optional premium currency known as San Van Bucks.

Will there be updates to the map?

New areas of San Vansterdam will always be free and available to all players via periodic game updates.. If it’s there, you can go there.

Where can I get more info?

We launched The Grind series in April, so check our News Room for more details about the game, and loads of questions from the community that we’ve answered.

How and when do I get my exclusive in-game skateboard and sticker rewards for being a skate. Insider?

skate. Insiders Rewards started rolling out with Early Access release on September 16, 2025.

Do I need to have played in a skate. insider playtest to receive the rewards when the game is released in Early Access?

No, you just need to have registered as a skate. insider at any time since the skate. insider playtesting program opened registration and before the registration deadline of June 27, 2025.

What are the Founder’s Packs?

These cosmetics are a great way to show off your Founding Founder status, but as always, they are totally optional.

Do I have to buy the Founder’s Pack(s) to play skate.?

No, no purchase is necessary to play skate. - it’s free-to-play.

What are the differences between the Founder’s Packs?

Let’s dive into the details.

Founder’s Pack

• 3 Founding Founder Cosmetics**: “The Founding Founder” Title, Varsity Jacket, and Sticker
• 6 Mocap Cosmetics: Motion Capture Suit and Mocap Deck, Wheels, Trucks, and Stickers
• 2,800 San Van Bucks: Use San Van Bucks to purchase premium cosmetic items
• Premium skate.Pass Season 1: Get access to Season 1’s skate.Pass and unlock premium rewards (Note: skate.Pass available to play at the start of Season 1 on Oct. 7, 2025 and runs thru Dec. 1, 2025; dates may vary or change)†

Founder’s Deluxe Pack

• 6 Meatman Cosmetics: Meatman Suit, Deck, Wheels, Trucks, and Stickers
• Vans Founders Old Skool Shoes**: A Founder’s Deluxe-exclusive Vans Old Skool colorway 
• 3 skate T-Shirts: Skate 1, Skate 2, Skate 3 Throwback Tees
• 3 Founding Founder Cosmetics***: “The Founding Founder” Title, Varsity Jacket, and Sticker
• 6 Mocap Cosmetics: Motion Capture Suit and Mocap Deck, Wheels, Trucks, and Stickers
• 5,900 San Van Bucks: Use San Van Bucks to purchase premium cosmetic items
• Premium skate.Pass Season 1: Get access to Season 1’s skate.Pass and unlock premium rewards (Note: skate.Pass available to play at the start of Season 1 on Oct. 7, 2025 and runs thru Dec. 1, 2025; dates may vary or change)†

*Applicable platform account and platform subscription (sold separately) may be required. Persistent internet connection and EA account required. Age restrictions apply. Includes optional in-game purchases

**Exclusive to Founder's Deluxe Pack/Upgrade; not available after Dec. 2, 2025

***Exclusive to Founder’s Pack or Founder's Deluxe Pack/Upgrade; not available after Dec. 2, 2025

†Season 1 Skate.Pass available in-game during Season 1 beginning October 7, 2025 through December 2, 2025 at 10:00 am Pacific Time. Skate.Pass content requires all game updates and gameplay to unlock. Exact dates may vary and are subject to change.