EA’s New Skate Hits 2 Million Players in 24 Hours, Major Bug Fixed The long-awaited return of Skate launched big, with EA celebrating a massive milestone and a key issue resolved

After 15 years, EA’s Skate is finally back—and the comeback couldn’t be stronger. Within one day of launch on September 16, the new free-to-play entry in the series welcomed more than 2 million players worldwide.

The dev team at Full Circle shared their excitement with fans:

“We’re beyond stoked to welcome everyone to San Vansterdam! Thanks for your patience as we flex our servers to keep up with all the hype. Keep riding and we’ll see you out there!”

🎮 What Platforms Is Skate On?

Currently in early access on PC and consoles
Mobile versions for iOS and Android are planned
No release confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2

While free to play, EA is also offering optional bundles:

Founder’s Pack – $25
Founder’s Pack Deluxe – $50

These packs include extra content and cosmetics, but EA has confirmed that when the game officially launches into Version 1.0 next year, it will still remain free-to-play.

🐞 Major Bug Fix

Despite the strong debut, the launch wasn’t without hiccups. Players reported a frustrating “soft lock” bug that prevented progress at certain points in the game. Full Circle has now confirmed that the issue has been patched, ensuring smoother gameplay moving forward.

🚀 What’s Next?

With millions already dropping into San Vansterdam, Skate is off to a flying start. Server stability improvements and bug fixes are being rolled out quickly, showing Full Circle’s commitment to community feedback.

For newcomers, EA has also shared a beginner’s gallery of tips to help you grind, flip, and flow your way through the streets.

EA’s Skate is proving that the hype was worth it—and with its free-to-play model, the skateboarding revival is just getting started.