Skate gets a varied response on Steam, labeled as a "sanitized rendition" comparable to Skate 3 by some enthusiasts
Skate 4, the long-anticipated sequel to the popular skateboarding game series, has been launched on Steam. The game, announced in 2020, has received mixed reviews, with a Mixed rating on its Steam page.
One of the game's strengths lies in its skating mechanics, which have been well-received by players. The free-roam world, a significant part of the gameplay experience, has also been popular among fans, with some players spending a significant amount of time exploring its virtual city.
However, the city in the game has been criticized for being very sanitized, and the characters have been described as "ugly Sims Mobile looking people." The absence of features such as Hall of Meat, Pro Skaters, and a proper story mode has also been a point of contention among players.
The long development time and intense social media use generated high expectations and community pressure for Skate 4. Combined with technical issues and perceived underwhelming features, these factors have contributed to the game's launch receiving mixed reviews.
Despite this, there is hope for improvement. The early access roadmap and future updates for Skate 4 may focus on resolving existing issues and improving various aspects of the game. The success of the skating mechanics suggests that the game's developers have successfully executed the most important aspect of Skate 4.
One reviewer described the game as the "gentrified version of Skate 3," but the top review on Steam states that everything surrounding the gameplay is positive, with the problem lying in everything else.
As players continue to replay missions near constantly, the future of Skate 4 remains to be seen. With 41% of reviews on Steam being positive, there is a strong foundation for potential improvements to be made through the early access roadmap and future updates.
