EA has recently introduced microtransactions into the latest alpha test of their eagerly anticipated free-to-play Skate revival, as reported by Insider Gaming. Developer Full Circle has incorporated a virtual currency known as San Van Bucks, which players can purchase with real-world money to acquire cosmetic items. The inclusion of these microtransactions aims to refine Skate's in-game purchase system, ensuring players enjoy a "positive experience when purchasing items from the Skate store." Full Circle emphasizes the importance of player feedback, stating, "Your feedback will be greatly appreciated in providing a great experience at Early Access launch."
It's worth noting that 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 slated for 2025. Initially announced at 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 of early builds and regular updates via their "The Board Room" video series. In 2022, the developer officially named the game 'skate.' and confirmed its release as a free-to-play title across Xbox, PlayStation, and PC platforms.
