Full Circle released Skate’s first update of 2026. The game will show version 0.29.6 on the start screen after the patch installs. The update focuses on a set of bug fixes that address progression stalls, unexpected resolution drops on some consoles, missing audio, visual errors, and a handful of stability and performance problems.
PATCH NOTES
Below are the official bug fixes as published with the update. These notes cover fixes for progression, resolution, audio, visuals, Quick Drop item placement, and general stability.
- Fixed an issue where your progression could be halted if subtitles were turned off.
- Fixed an issue where resolution could be unintentionally reduced to 480p.
- Fixed an issue on PlayStation 5 where the resolution could be stuck at 640p.
- Fixed an issue where the score multiplier clock and real time didn’t match because of server load.
- Fixed an issue where sound effects were missing for other skaters.
- Fixed an issue where the Accessibility menu failed to display while loading into skate for your first time.
- Fixed an issue where you could place more Quick Drop items than allowed.
Developer’s Note: This fix was implemented to prevent instances where more Quick Drop items than intended are placed in San Van, causing performance issues for all skaters.
- Fixed a lighting issue that misrepresented the appearance of other skaters in San Van.
- Fixed an issue where your board wasn’t visible in menus after entering and exiting skate.Pass.
- Fixed an issue where other skaters, traffic, or pedestrians could disappear after using skatepedia.
- Fixed a few incorrectly placed Gesture visual effects.
- Fixed an issue where incorrect messaging was displayed when exporting videos.
- Fixed multiple thumbnails that did not accurately represent their items.
- Fixed an issue where crackling or distorted audio could happen while using voice over IP.
- Fixed various stability and performance issues.
With the Winter Solstice event now over, expect the next seasonal content for skate to be released soon. Once EA publishes details, they will be available to players. Follow updates and quick news about Skate on our Skate tag for future patch notes and event announcements.
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Skate.
Developed by EA Black Box
SKATE delivers the feel of skating through innovative controls, authentic cameras and a fully reactive skateboarding city. The game features professional skaters such as Danny Way and PJ Ladd, as well as a reactive city and relevant in-game cameras. SKATE's unique control scheme captures the true feel of skating versus the typical button mashing gameplay of past skating games. Featuring physics-driven animations, gamers will have a unique gaming experience every time they pick up the controller since no two tricks will ever be the same.
- Genre: Simulator, Sport
- Platforms: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
- Modes: Single player, Multiplayer
- Release: 2007-09-14
- Publisher: Electronic Arts
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Age Rating:
ACB M / ESRB T / CERO B / GRAC 12+ / PEGI 12
- IGDB Rating: 83.5/100
