EA's Skate Gets Microtransactions Before Its Release Date

EA has introduced microtransactions to Skate during its latest alpha test, signaling an upcoming release date announcement. As reported by Insider Gaming, Full Circle, the developer behind EA's free-to-play Skate revival, has incorporated microtransactions into the ongoing closed alpha test. Players can now spend real-world money on a virtual currency called San Van Bucks, which can then be used to purchase cosmetic items. Full Circle aims to refine Skate’s microtransaction system to ensure players have a "positive experience when purchasing items from the Skate store." They are actively seeking player feedback to enhance the experience at the game's early access launch.

Full Circle has informed testers that all progress will be reset before Skate enters early access. However, any purchases made during the alpha will be converted back into San Van Bucks, which will be available again when early access begins.

Skate’s early access is scheduled for 2025. Initially announced during EA Play in 2020, the game was described as being in its "very early" stages of development. Since then, Full Circle has kept the community engaged through closed playtests and regular updates via their "The Board Room" video series. In 2022, the developer officially named the game ‘skate.’ and confirmed it would be released as a free-to-play title on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC.

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