Electronic Arts has refined the launch timeline for Skate’s early access phase, scheduling its debut for summer 2025. Alongside this announcement, the studio highlighted a substantial content overhaul coming to current playtesters. This revamp introduces dramatic visual upgrades to San Vansterdam, departing from the earlier minimalist aesthetic.

Scheduled for July 2, 2025, Version 0.27.0 brings environmental enhancements across the urban playground alongside 140+ fresh objectives for skaters. Updated avatar customization options allow players to craft unique identities, even during ongoing testing phases. Brief gameplay previews accompany the reveal, featuring redesigned cityscapes and trick executions.

Prospective participants still seeking playtest access must complete registration by June 27, 2025, marking the cutoff for application submissions. Comparative imagery reveals stark improvements from placeholder assets, signaling progression toward final visual fidelity.

Console and PC users can now add Skate to wishlists via PlayStation, Xbox, and digital storefronts to receive pre-sale notifications. The franchise’s revival continues building momentum, surprising longtime supporters after years of dormancy. Community response during early access will prove crucial as development progresses toward the projected April 2026 global launch.