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Skate 4 Launches Free-to-Play Amid Server Chaos

9/23/2025

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Skate 4 launched in Early Access on September 16, 2025, after a 15-year hiatus, and is free-to-play.
The launch faced severe server issues, including queues over 50,000 players, connection errors, and maintenance outages.
Developed by EA's Full Circle, Skate 4 supports cross-play across multiple platforms and cross-progression.
Cross-play settings and EA IDs enable invites; San Van Bucks were introduced pre-launch, prompting concerns.

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Story summary

Skate 4 launched in Early Access on September 16, 2025, after a 15-year hiatus, and is free-to-play.
The launch faced severe server issues, including queues over 50,000 players, connection errors, and maintenance outages.
Developed by EA's Full Circle, Skate 4 supports cross-play across multiple platforms and cross-progression.
Cross-play settings and EA IDs enable invites; San Van Bucks were introduced pre-launch, prompting concerns.