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EA Adds Microtransactions To Skate's Closed Alpha

EA Skate has added microtransactions to the game while its still in a closed alpha state during playtests, Insider Gaming has learned.

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EA has officially added microtransactions to Skate’s latest alpha. In an update message sent out to players, EA teased an “epic gameplay update” along with other “exciting” updates to the game.

One of those updates from developer Full Circle is the addition of microtransactions to the current Closed Alpha playtest. This, according to a message sent to players that has been provided to Insider Gaming.

 

[Danny Dudekisser]

gee, thanks.

 

[bitbydeath]

 

[HRK69]

They announced this a long time ago (not to dismiss OP or anything)

Skate’s developers say going free to play is a ‘natural evolution of the franchise’

It’s not quite the Skate 3 sequel you might have expected.

www.theverge.com

“I want it to be very clear that it’s not a pay-to-win game.”

As for the game’s business model, Mocquard said the microtransactions are primarily going to be about cosmetics and convenience. “I want it to be very clear that it’s not a pay-to-win game. There won’t be any gameplay areas hidden exclusively behind a paywall. Players won’t be able to buy any gameplay altering advantages.” The team believes that “the best business models are based on respect, trust, and transparency,” and they want to create “a healthy model that will allow us to continue investing back into the game,” according to Mocquard. The team is also planning on having things like seasonal drops and live events in the game, “but we are still exploring different options.”

 

[Antwix]

As someone who loved all 3 skate games, playing the previous alpha was really disappointing. Physics seems really off. That was like a year or two ago though. I got a email last week to do the playtest again so I'll check it out but I'm not optimistic about this game. Game is gonna be mtx hell.

 

[M.W.]

This game blows btw, stay far, far away at release.

 

[Deerock71]

For modern audiences.

 

[kiphalfton]

Obligatory "EA sucks"

 

[Itchy Tickles]

I'm still fighting against f2p (any type tbf) games that think selling "only cosmetics" is fine, when they used to be in game rewards for completing the game, missions, tasks etc but over the years it's all cut out of the game and sold back to you at a premium and in a lot of cases via gambling mechanics.

Did I see a pack for £87.99? Wtf. Also sponsored packs, like Nike, so they get paid to advertise and get money through sales? EA, please die you fucking pigs.

 

[Generic]

I'm still fighting against f2p (any type tbf) games that think selling "only cosmetics" is fine, when they used to be in game rewards for completing the game, missions, tasks etc but over the years it's all cut out of the game and sold back to you at a premium and in a lot of cases via gambling mechanics.

Did I see a pack for £87.99? Wtf. Also sponsored packs, like Nike, so they get paid to advertise and get money through sales? EA, please die you fucking pigs.

It's good because they give no competitive advantage.

 

[reinking]

It's good because they give no competitive advantage.

Just 'convenience' advantages.

 

[Mattyp]

It's good because they give no competitive advantage.

This, its the same as CoD skins who gives a fuck if you're not purchasing it. It's not pay to win mechanics like Uncharted.

 

[Spukc]

Let’s turn everything to f2p sheit

 

[I collect VHS tapes]

I'm still fighting against f2p (any type tbf) games that think selling "only cosmetics" is fine, when they used to be in game rewards for completing the game, missions, tasks etc but over the years it's all cut out of the game and sold back to you at a premium and in a lot of cases via gambling mechanics.

Did I see a pack for £87.99? Wtf. Also sponsored packs, like Nike, so they get paid to advertise and get money through sales? EA, please die you fucking pigs.

Better than charging $70 like MH Wilds then still charging for cosmetics

 

[Seomel]

Im in this test, its actually lasting until early access this year. The thing is this game will be f2p. Im sure they are depending on that, but there are more things fhey should prioritize now. Character models are plain ugly they should fix them before they want people spending money on items for them, gameplay is still floaty too, feels bit weightless.