Skater XL

« Skater XL is definitely going to be a polarising game for some – the intuitive and deep control methods coupled with the expansive open-world environment make for a great time to just chill out and skate around, but some players may miss the ‘action’ of the game or feeling a necessity to reach a goal. While challenges will keep you going to better yourself, some may be turned off by the limited game modes and replayability. All in all, Easy Day Studios have crafted a truly interesting skateboarding experience that gives players the ability to skate without leaving their home. »

« For those willing to put in the time and effort (along with any of the glitches), Skater XL is a fun experience that skateboarding fans can enjoy - a statement that is even truer for those who also happen to be content creators, as some players out there are already putting together some pretty slick skate video-quality clips… likely after having plenty of their own Kerry Getz moments left on the cutting room floor. »

« Skater XL softens some of the more technical aspects of the sport, but empowers players with the ability to pull off stylish tricks with a swish of the analogue sticks. Even with a lack of content and polish, Skater XL stands on its own four wheels in a soon-to-be-crowded marketplace, providing players with an experience that prioritises fun over simulation. »

« Today, the skateboarding genre seems to be living a renaissance: Tony Hawk will return, one day there will be Skate 4, and Skater XL is now here and, against all odds, stands out by its own merits, with an offer that speaks to a very specific audience. »

« We’re in love with the unique control system, but the longterm appeal of the launch version is questionable. If/when more features arrive to fill in the gaps, it’ll be an essential purchase. [Issue#179, p.74] »

« Skater XL is an unparalleled representation of skateboarding. It's all about practice, timing, and creativity. You are the only indicator. As a game, Skater XL disappoints: technically it is not that great and the number of available locations is very limited. The picture that Skater XL paints of the skate culture is also quite one-sided in 2020. »

« Skater XL is a strong proof of concept but it’s currently incomplete. It has successfully created a physics-based control system that is both complex and rewarding. This will appeal to skaters as it’s the closest that video games have got to simulating the sport, however, Easy Days Studios has failed to gamify the experience. With more objectives, a story, voice acting and various modes, this could have been the skating title that gamers have been waiting for. Although post-launch content has been promised, many may have bailed before then. »

« First representative of a lost genre in years, Skater XL will clearly disappoint those who hopes for dense content. Clearly focused on its core simulation mechanics, the game offers a true experience of what skating might feel, but lacks on every other level, with very few stages, a meagre soundtrack and many technical flaws. »

« An enjoyable, albeit short, entry into the skateboarding game genre. The controls at the time of release felt fresh, giving the player control of both feet. Perhaps eclipsed by Session: Skate Sim, which felt more fleshed out and more like a complete game, I must give credit to where credit’s due. Skater XL ramped up momentum for a beloved but defunct game genre, and had some original ideas. I got the platinum trophy without too much effort, and would recommend the game to casual gamers and real life skaters alike. I hope a second one comes out with slightly more realistic gravity and more tricks. »

« Es un juego muy bueno la verdad es que siento que es un poco carro pero vale la pena cada centavo, los controles son espectaculares, poder hacer un simple flip de manera agresiva o lenta hace que puedas obtener dinamismo al jugar. Lo recomiendo mucho si eres una persona ala cual práctica el **** »

« After playing 100 hours I think this game is a very good sandbox skating game for skateboarders. I thoroughly enjoy messing around in this game. »

« While the core mechanics are very enjoyable (despite the learning curve), the lack of content on console is extremely frustrating. I'm okay with the sandbox-style approach & no story or missions, but the lack of maps & places to skate is inexcusable. Sadly the devs don't really communicate with the player base on future updates, so we can't know what the future holds, but I'm not holding my breath. »

« Its an ok game I'm not going to tell you to go buy it but also not going to tell you not to buy it. If you played any of the skate series its kinda similar controls as that but its a bit more rough around the edges. »

« Absolute garbage, I wrote a longer review but metacritic is trash as well and it didn’t post, don’t buy this pathetic excuse for a “skateboarding simulation” EA’s game from 2007 is somehow still better than this disappointing travesty. »

« At the end of the day there's just nothing here. No reason or incentive to keep playing. The game seems all but abandoned by devs. Tight controls and a sim type gameplay feel remind you of Skate 3, but at least that game gave you a reason to keep playing. I can't recommend buying this. Update: They have the nerve to add a store with goods purchased with real world $$ to this incomplete garbage. The frame rates now also dip to single digits mid trick rendering this game virtually unplayable at times. AVOID »

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