early access, microtransaction and Skate

EA's Skate doesn't yet have a full release date, but already has microtransactions
Five years after it was first announced, Skate will launch in early access later this year, although EA is yet to give us a specific date. On its eventual release, Skate will be coming to PlayStation, Xbox and PC. Furthermore, it will also have cross-play and cross-progression support.
EA Introduces Microtransactions in Skate Alpha
Yes, they did it again! Before the game even launched, EA has already added microtransactions to the long-awaited Skate revival. In the latest Closed Alpha update, players can now spend real money on in-game currency to buy cosmetic items.
EA Adds Microtransactions To A Game That's In Early Testing Phase
The new skate game is planned to be a free-to-play title, which means microtransactions are its only revenue source.
EA’s Skate Gets Microtransactions During Playtests
Electronic Arts and Full Circle began its recent Skate playtest and have activated microtransactions during the alpha test period.
EA adds Skate microtransactions before it gets an official release date
EA’s Skate reboot already has microtransactions before an official release date has been revealed for the game.
EA’s Skate 4 has microtransactions and it’s not even in early access yet
EA is technically giving back any money spent on microtransactions during the alpha via in-game currency, when it launches in early access, but it still feels gross to lock in financial investment from players before it has even come out – especially as it’s not even in early access yet.
Skate Players Beg EA to Make One Change Before Release
In the comments section of a recently released video, Skate players have voiced concerns about the absence of a highly requested feature.
EA's Skate Adds Controversial Mechanic to Closed Alpha
EA's new Skate game will be free-to-play but has added microtransactions to its closed alpha test. The decision to include microtransactions in the early testing stage may spark controversy among players.
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Skate. devs reconfirm early access is coming in 2025
The devs reportedly just finished an Insider Playtest and inviting more console and PC players to take part in testing ahead ...
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Skate Somehow Has Microtransactions Before It Even Hits Early Access - Report
According to Insider Gaming, microtransactions became available with the latest update for Skate. They're called San Van ...
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Skate 4 release date estimate, gameplay, and all the latest news
Skate 4 is set to launch on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. Playtesting has been ongoing since early 2022, and you can find out how to sign up yourself below.
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4: Here’s What Comes in Each Edition
Everything you need to know to preorder Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4, including release date, what comes in each edition, how ...
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EA Shares New Highlights From skate. Insider Playtest
EA has shared some of the latest highlights from the Skate Insider playtest. As development moves forward, more console and PC players will be invited to join ahead of Early Access. For those ...