Nov 14, 2007 With its revolutionary Flick-it controls, huge open world, endless trick permutations and realistic over-the-shoulder visuals, Skate shatters Tony Hawk's vice-like grip on the genre. Skate's fictional city of San Vanelona is ripe for grinds, gaps and complex combos, but the locations (or "spots") listed here offer the maximum potential for points. We've rounded up the best of the in-game "spot bible," plus our favourites from around the city. Own... The Right Grind This ... » Read More

22 Aug 2007

Eight things you must know about Skate

PS3 Feature | Skate

Aug 22 2007 Skate is easily one of our favourite games of the year. It's solid, gorgeous, incredible fun to play, and now those brill chaps in charge of Xbox Live have uploaded a 30 minute demo of the Electronic Arts skateboarding sim. You really have to play this. If you're already a fan, like us, you've probably nailed through the demo's tutorials and challenges by now. But there's plenty more to discover. So here's eight things you must know, in order to squeeze maximum satisfaction out of ... » Read More

16 Mar 2007

SKATE or die

PS3 Feature | Skate

Tony Hawk's had his day in the sun. Seriously, for years we sat and played eight iterations of the once-innovative skateboard king. We used to amaze ourselves and others with each million-point combo, but it was probably around the time we started to play as Bam Margera that our hearts sank. No one legitimately stepped up to The Hawk until now. EA and their bottomless wallets are crafting SKATE, which they hope will redefine what skateboarding culture in videogames is all about. Check out our ... » Read More

16 Mar 2007

Q & A with SKATE's Associate Producer

PS3 Feature | Skate

How did you get involved with Danny Way? What input has he had? Balmer: We're stoked about his involvement. He doesn't need the money and only gets involved with projects that align with his vision for skateboarding. He's helped us understand the physics behind huge airs, and been involved in extensive mo-cap sessions. He's helped the game feel "right." The screenshots are a) Very real looking and b) Very empty. Will the game be predominantly a solo experience? Balmer: Skating is not a team ... » Read More

15 Mar 2007

SKATE - Welcome to Skate City

PS3 Feature | Skate

Cast your eyes over San Vanelona - SKATEs fictional, open-world city that captures the best elements of San Francisco, Vancouver, Barcelona, the Hoover Dam and New Yorks financial district. An ultimate playground. 1) City district NY and LAs real-life financial districts are packed with hand rails, smooth marble ledges, rolling banks and absurd skateable sculptures - plus high security. 2) Mini-suburbia Porches, miles of curb and lines of parked cars? Were thinking that this is where SKATE ... » Read More

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