The team behind skate. has detailed the latest community update, The Grind: Vol. 6, which offers a preview of what’s coming to the skating sim. The update highlights the game’s first visual lighting improvements, giving San Van a more grounded look with less harsh contrast. These tweaks mark the first step toward the game’s evolving art style, with more refinements planned based on player feedback.
Season 1 Brings Events, Brands, and Soundtrack Additions
With Season 1, players can expect fresh skateable areas, challenges, and community events like Skate-o-ween and Maple Harvest. New cosmetic options and partnerships with iconic brands like Santa Cruz, Independent, and Creature are also on the way. The soundtrack expands with classic tracks from Operation Ivy and Jurassic 5, alongside bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements.
Introducing the skate.Pass and Founders Packs
Launching alongside Season 1 is the new skate.Pass system. Players earn in-game Seasonal currency called Tix, which unlock pages filled with over 80 rewards. Free rewards are available to all players, while a Premium track offers additional items such as decks, outfits, and customization options.
Optional Founders Packs will also be available in Standard and Deluxe editions. These bundles include in-game currency equal to the pack’s purchase value, exclusive cosmetics, and Season 1’s Premium skate.Pass.
Insider Preview Stats and Community Q&A
EA shared some fun stats from the Insider Preview period (Aug 26 – Sept 15, 2025):
- 181 million Kickflips
- 134 million Ollies
- 20 million Laserflips
- 300,000 Rocket Airs
- 81,000 Japan Airs
- 175,000 Fake Steez Gestures
The dev team also answered key community questions. Impossibles and expanded Handplants are confirmed for Season 2, while Darkslides and improved Footplants/Boneless arrive in Season 3. Legacy modes are also being explored for San Van in future seasonal updates.
