Skater XL
Skater XL Delayed, New Launch Date Scheduled For July 28
Originally scheduled to release on July 7, Skater XL has been delayed, in part to things out of publisher Easy Day Studios’ control. The new release date is set for July 28 on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC. A new launch date is still being worked out for Nintendo Switch fans.
The official Twitter account has posted a few quick video clips, including a first look at Easy Day High School.
What is up, guys! We just wanted to let you know that 1.0 will be launching on July 28, a few weeks later than the original date. Despite our best efforts, and due in part to things out of our control, we will be moving the launch of Skater XL 1.0 on PS4,XB1, and PC to July 28th pic.twitter.com/OaRw2n21DL
— Skater XL (@skater_xl) June 6, 2020
We appreciate your understanding and want to thank you all for being the best community in all of gaming! Here is a first look at Easy Day High School to hold you over 🙏 pic.twitter.com/z8hzQZ04Xv
— Skater XL (@skater_xl) June 6, 2020
Here are the key features in Skater XL.
FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION
Skater XL is unique in that it doesn’t have any tricks programmed into it, only control of the movement through the thumbsticks. Each thumbstick is connected to the corresponding foot of the skater and as the player moves the stick, the board instantly responds. Much like a musical instrument, the player has complete freedom, whether it be pushing to nail a line or skating free from.
PLAY AS REAL-LIFE PRO SKATERS
The game is launching with highly renowned pros TIAGO LEMOS, BRANDON WESTGATE, EVAN SMITH, and TOM ASTA. Each skater will have their own gear that fits their style.
REAL LIFE ICONIC SKATING LOCATION
In Skater XL, players can shred legendary real-world skate spots that are home to some of the most iconic skaters and tricks in the world.
CUSTOMIZABLE CHARACTERS
The possibilities are endless for players to personalize their Skater XL experience. Players can customize their entire look, including their skater’s gear with different tees, hoodies, hats and shoes.
COME PLAY IN THE SANDBOX
Each area is yours to explore. With the freedom of an open-environment, players will be able to push themselves, perfecting the subtle nuances of a highly technical trick or free form skate.
THRIVING COMMUNITY
Dive into a passionate community with more than 50,000 members in Discord who create online zines, video parts, fakeskate brands, and hundreds of mods. Players can become part of a bigger ecosystem and join the digital skateboarding subculture where they can share their creativity
If you missed our Skater XL preview, make sure to read it here.
Easy Day Studios has been showing off Skater XL recently in an effort to highlight the addition of some real pro skaters, a firmer launch date and a new downtown LA skating area. All those things are important, but it’s not what will end up making or breaking the game when it releases in July 2020 on PC and consoles. The core of the game — the skating mechanics, the vibes the game gives off and the community the studio nurtures — is really what will end up determining if the game has legs or not.
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