EA Skate Will Require Internet Connection To Play, Devs Say

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This year, we’re expecting the release of EA Sports Skate, and its creators have recently confirmed that the game needs an internet connection to be played. While this might seem like a change, they also explained that this new requirement allows them to deliver experiences that were previously impossible. So, let’s delve into what this could mean for players in terms of gameplay.

Will EA Skate Have An Offline Mode Or Require An Internet Connection?

In 2025, EA Skate won’t provide an offline gaming option because players must be connected online to enjoy the game continuously. During a recent developer Q&A session, they discussed their reasoning behind this choice.

The game and city are created to be a dynamic, interactive, and ever-growing massively multiplayer skateboarding environment that’s always connected to the internet. This means you’ll witness continuous changes, such as modifications to the city over time, along with live events and various in-game activities. To ensure we bring the skateboarding world to life as envisioned, the game will always demand a live connection. If you’ve been part of our playtest, this probably won’t come as a shock.

As a gamer, I’ve found myself facing some community resistance over the new policy that demands an online connection for gameplay. Previously, the Skate series had been designed in a way that allowed players to enjoy both multiplayer and offline modes. Now, it seems like even a simple skate session requires me to be connected online, which wasn’t necessary before.

It seems somewhat absurd to mandate that live-event simulations in a skating video game must be played online, as it diminishes the offline gaming experience. While multiplayer games inherently necessitate an internet connection, a skating video game ideally should not depend on one for basic gameplay. Not even EA Sports’ larger titles like Madden or FIFA demand an online connection if you wish to engage in fundamental activities.

It appears that some players were aware of this situation as those who participated in the closed playtest had to be online to participate. Additionally, gamers who have been following the game since its announcement may have had a sense of this possibility subconsciously.

As a gamer, I can’t help but notice that being tethered online 24/7 does come with its own set of challenges. For instance, if my Wi-Fi goes out or my connection is spotty, it ruins the gaming experience entirely. Yet, I wonder if these problems are significant enough to keep gamers away from the first Skate game of 2010.

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2025-04-29 17:38