Overview

• EA and developer Full Circle have added microtransactions, called San Van Bucks, to the closed alpha of the upcoming Skate reboot.
• San Van Bucks can be used to purchase cosmetic items like outfits and skateboards, with player feedback being sought to improve the in-game store experience.
• Any purchases made during the alpha will be reset before the game’s early access launch, but the currency will be refunded to user accounts.
• Skate is being developed as a free-to-play title and will not include pay-to-win mechanics or paid loot boxes, according to earlier developer statements.
• The game, which was first announced in 2020, is expected to launch in early access later in 2025, though no specific release date has been confirmed.