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DIY Map Editor Reactivated in Beta BranchApr 5, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsThe DIY Map Editor has been reactivated in the beta branch of the game. To access this right click Skater XL in your Steam game library then click Properties -> Betas -> Beta Participation -> 'beta - Open Beta'. To use the DIY Map Editor from within gameplay, push and hold Y / △ for half a second. Note that the new Tampa Pro 2024 map contains some additional objects which can be used in the DIY Map Editor, and a few props in the map are also movable.Hot Patch 1.2.7.8 NotesSep 6, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsThis patch build 1.2.7.8 addresses some gameplay glitches in last week's 'More Freedom With Grabs' update. These Include: Fixed unnatural character lean angles during some grinds and slides in goofy stance. Fixed incorrect grab tweak angles and speeds in goofy stance. Fixed incorrect turning animations in goofy stance. Fixed altered animation blends during flip tricks which resulted in robotic, less detailed foot movement during the scoop & flip of the trick. Fixed auto-reverts in ramps tagged with both auto-revert and auto-pump. Fixed occasional excessive speed boost from both auto-pump and manual pump in ramps. 'More Freedom With Grabs' Update now available in the Public BranchAug 30, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsThe ‘more freedom with grabs’ gameplay update is now available on in the public branch on Steam. An expansion of freedom and control in Skater XL’s core gameplay, the update has just been released which makes some changes and additions to the grab mechanic. Players now have the ability to: Grab the board at any time with LB / RB, including while riding, during manuals, grinds, power slides, mid-air, during flip tricks, during pop-outs and more. You can also hold grabs through transitions between these different game states. There are no constraints on when you can grab or when you need to release the grab. Grab the board at any subtle angle you choose based on the angle of the board. There is a unique hand position and pose that will be created for any given board angle. Each hand can grab anywhere around the board including between-the-legs grabs, Seatbelts and Crails. Grab and release the board with either or both hands independently to mix and combine different grabs. Cleaned up and more polished poses and animations from previous PC beta release Much like the original core gameplay, these new abilities are not programmed tricks or canned animations but a series of systems which create movements on the fly based on player input. This puts more creativity, style, and expression in the hands of the player. Additionally, the update includes the introduction of an in-game news feed that will help streamline the way players stay informed about Skater XL. This new feature will provide regular updates on the latest news, tips, content releases, and more, all conveniently accessible without ever having to leave the game. Now you can stay connected to Skater XL content and keep up with the ever-evolving world of skateboarding right from within the game. We have also made some improvements to coping grinds, making them smoother and more consistent, giving an overall more enjoyable transition skating experience. Fire Station Park map now available in the Mod Browser 📍Apr 28, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsFire Station Park is now available in Skater XL coinciding with the grand opening of the brand new park in Fort Worth, Texas. The park was made possible by a generous donation from Dickies Skateboarding, and the construction is now complete, making it available in both physical and digital formats. The park is designed to be accessible to skaters of all skill levels and has a real city plaza feel, offering unique terrain and lines to be discovered. With banks placed generously around the perimeter and ledges galore, the map's diverse terrain provides infinite opportunities for flowing lines and technical skating. Similar to the physical park, the Skater XL map includes a pump track with grindable corners and unique angles, enabling players to get creative and find new lines. Special thanks go to New Line Skateparks and Dickies for collaborating on this project, and we are stoked to see the footage that players create at this park! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/b77a81d12da10298f7ab35cfaa95b4443ff308b3.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/129365f0fd6aa0d615633152a37dec98fe7ae32d.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/cbb8f792776d8f5378078fd93ed5bd4c14ccef57.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/b7dd65b8da00217f95fb329192e742e48360a738.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/99ee167bb9891026fe3c347199bb961a01c32b24.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/29b5ff89e56b49d0d09bca00c263befcb4cd1ce4.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/36e5694ff56e5d1f681464ff33c02663afa720ba.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/5f6cb947c5c1687245dcd3db1973a7d4720dc170.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/e1fc61f7609dd50412399ecb0f4871f6d64d428c.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/0e48cb1619666c9f22be229df12e3d156bf224a8.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/35843a6886bae26631f9133bb6eecb0cded804c3.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/0b952de38d88aaafdea045e97d35a9d47f08c49e.pngGrab Mechanic Expansion Now Available In BetaMar 3, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsIn a step towards expanding freedom and control in Skater XL’s core gameplay, an update has just been released into public beta on Steam which makes some changes and additions to the grab mechanic. You now have the ability to: Grab the board at any time with LB / RB, including while riding, during manuals, grinds, power slides, mid-air, during flip tricks, during pop-outs and more. You can also hold grabs through transitions between these different game states. There are no constraints on when you can grab or when you need to release the grab. Grab the board at any subtle angle you choose based on the angle of the board. There is a unique hand position and pose that will be created for any given board angle. Each hand can grab anywhere around the board including between-the-legs grabs, Seatbelts and Crails. Grab and release the board with either or both hands independently to mix and combine different grabs. Much like the original core gameplay, these new abilities are not programmed tricks or canned animations but a series of systems which create movements on the fly based on player input. This puts more creativity, style, and expression in the hands of the player. * Please note that these are incomplete features in early development, containing bugs, rough edges and (some amusing) animation and body pose glitches. Due to the real-time nature of Skater XL’s gameplay and animation approach animation and pose cleanup can be complicated and often make sense to focus on towards the end of the process. Also, as things progress during public development elements may be added, changed or removed in further builds. We look forward to seeing what kinds of tricks and lines everyone comes up with! Coming soon for consoles. * IMPORTANT: Update features referred to in this post are located in the “Beta” branch of the game on Steam. This is a separate stream of development for us to publicly test early or experimental features in development. You MUST opt in to play this version of the game by following the steps outlined here: -In your Steam Library, right click ‘Skater XL’ and open Properties -Select the ‘Beta' branch. -Steam should start downloading this version Skatepark of Tampa 2023 Pro Course refresh available now 🌴Feb 27, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsUpdated with fresh obstacles and artwork to recreate the skatepark's ever evolving look, the 2023 Skatepark Of Tampa Pro Course is available now in the Mod Browser on all platforms. Featuring walls covered with the original work of skate artist Matt McDole, and numerous updated park features mirroring what the pros will be skating, the 2023 course is faithful rendition of the iconic destination. Held annually since 1995, Tampa Pro has grown to become one of the most significant events in the skateboarding world. Over the years, it has attracted some of the most iconic skaters in history, including Tony Hawk, Eric Koston, Nyjah Huston, and many others. With over 25 years of history, the park has been a gathering place for skaters, hosting countless events, contests, and demos. The Skatepark of Tampa has contributed to the growth and development of skateboarding as a global phenomenon, making the Skatepark of Tampa for Skater XL not just a chance to experience a legendary skatepark but also a piece of skateboarding history. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/011746e30e9dd9ba81c9690b00072e9662ba8e62.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/1b8363373f4702bb1ca8427cbc74cd7e560614b6.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/3e50bf1ddb30a8db6d674f7b1205963904b2d43c.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/b50f528aa5f7e7d1edf97b6cf9eaae25f60a2185.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/6340c36657900da69ba5286ab8c6430f90380119.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/ecc709ec238da194e6ed44172bdd4da397022ee6.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/9668f1074311f9a4b1510187c1767f137d1a935c.png Some new things brewing for 2023...Dec 23, 2022 - Community AnnouncementsMinor Update 1.2.5.6Jun 23, 2022 - Community AnnouncementsWhat is up Skater XL Players! Today we are stoked to be releasing a minor quality of life patch update on all platforms. As we continue to strive to make the Skater XL experience as smooth and responsive as possible, these updates are a very important part of creating a consistent experience across all platforms and PC specs. Today’s update contains the following improvements and optimizations: Deep reworking of many art assets and systems to give frame rate improvements across all original 1.0 game maps. An average gain of +8 FPS Downtown Los Angeles +6 FPS in Easy Day Highschool on base model Xbox One, with similar increases on low spec PC's and base PS4 and all maps now running at 60+ except for DTLA (which averages 59FPS). New GPU efficient “Decal” replacement system implemented allowing re-inclusion of extra detailing texture layers, reflections etc. in original maps. Updated animated elements in some maps including vegetation and environmental features. Nickname in Multiplayer now locked to platform username to prevent offensive and inappropriate names Minor bug fixes including PS4 memory crashes, environment and online player SFX volume saved settings not applied on game start, and bug in Replay List Menu where highlight replay from mod map (that is not current map) preview image is not shown properly. We hope you enjoy these improvements and we appreciate all the continued community support! Support Board for Bros with the Tampa Pro Gear Collection DLC, Now Available!May 26, 2022 - Community Announcements{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/7c9d1e1040de4688863a6d349ebbb3defeaaf0b4.png Support Boards For Bros with the Tampa Pro Gear Collection Pack. The Skatepark Of Tampa Pro 2022 Gear Collection DLC pack commemorates the live event with 5 new gear items for the standard customizable character in multiple colors, featuring the official artwork of the world’s longest running skateboard contest. Available now for purchase on Xbox and Steam. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of this collection will be donated to Boards For Bros, a non-profit organization committed to changing lives by refurbishing previously used skateboards and giving them to underprivileged youth. The gear is visible to others in multiplayer and adds new looks not previously available. Look good and do good with your contribution to Boards For Bros! Check it out here on Steam! Pack Contents: - Tampa 2022 Baggy Jean in light blue, dark blue and black - Tampa 2022 Bucket Hat in camo, white and black - Tampa 2022 Tank Top in white, black and heather grey - Tampa 2022 Coaches Jacket in navy, maroon, black and camo - Tampa 2022 Deck in white {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/0c62be2de81bf8ba851aa407ebba57629ec04f29.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/6ef6d0b2b9752591183933ca7a765843e633b038.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/5b941936664586cee664e4dc2f983740f15c1e82.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/084a155da5d5f9e60e492bf341242fdb89cbc69b.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/6d4957f1d92739535c49f9bbc5fe3d88a480e073.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/ffa35451c2ae22e876aced251567e76cb6a6b4b5.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/d2177e221d21e38bcd0bf57c3f6098aaae96e423.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/f03d9ed530520cc03b0be78fa50076a579846971.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/985fe1157ce63bbc7391bb8aafb17f360181705b.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/f0400e5c8c5ccb3851e98acfdb9d1d5e47b9338f.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/0dcef0638c4d3b108bded8e005a9aacef259f3b8.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/f85958d0ddd76ce0257983ca554501e60078f9b8.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/2cf4e994227d0ef42e54a966efba54001b7ec719.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/bb6d4ad558d6697636ddd3ffac3af2293377b3f5.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/1bb480eac14fdc5191477ed700dd1991921f262b.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/3f991af06277fbd820b0b2a3b1ec211cab161e00.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/53b3bdb7587909dbf20012a7a0ddeefac4136ed0.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/83782f5ca94b09e187854a0252d2ea9a03f5b729.pngNew Map Drop 🎉 2022 Skatepark Of Tampa Pro Course Available Now!Apr 28, 2022 - Community AnnouncementsUpdated with fresh obstacles and artwork to recreate the skatepark's ever evolving look, we are stoked to be dropping the 2022 Skatepark Of Tampa Pro Course, available now in the Mod Browser on all platforms. Featuring walls covered with the original work of skate artist Lucas Beaufort, and updated features mirroring what the pros will be skating, the 2022 course has all the features of its IRL counterpart. Back for its 28th Annual Edition April 29 - May 1, the Tampa Pro is the longest running annual contest in skateboarding, and the place where countless legends have made their mark on skateboarding. There are few places in the world that have hosted more skateboarding icons than SPoT, and its contests are the most anticipated of the year for skateboarding's biggest names. Legends like Andrew Reynolds, Eric Koston, and Shane O'Neill have all claimed the top spot over the years. The 2022 iteration of the course is made even more special by the fact that it will host the first ever Official Skater XL Tampa Pro live fakeskate contest, going down on May 7th, 2022 at Noon PST on the Skater XL Twitch Channel. For the first time ever the online skating community will be able to participate in our own digital version of the Tampa Pro, officially held in conjunction with the real contest! 8 of the best fakeskaters on each platform will compete live for cash and prizes, with commentary by Garrett Ginner and more guest hosts. Tune in to see what the hype is all about! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/a3eb5ca3d5afbc9215df54c7d039027affbededb.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/1c0760e355c064a3c3019ee4420b9176cdc0feae.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/dd4a8a2d4100248ddb6b3c29450d61a869cfb0f7.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/6cde2ad50ff804522b2fffca40685591dbaafd8e.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/ce455d82ab9c6a7efd30f8b4599d6aa8f5d0e17f.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/f450ed18427791b65711609807dd175886c79e1e.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/bf9a3c86fc0db3ad36205d7c69f331bd2e82301b.png Skater XL Tampa Pro Live Esports Contest - May 7th, 2022Apr 16, 2022 - Community AnnouncementsThe first ever skateboarding esports contest to be held in conjunction with the longest running, most respected contest in skateboarding, the 28th Annual Tampa Pro is going down on our Twitch channel on May 7th at 12pm PST with commentary by Garrett Ginner 🎮🛹🎉 This will be a live contest with 8 skaters per platform going head to head on the updated 2022 Skatepark Of Tampa Pro course, which will be released soon. The winners of February’s FakeSkate Open will automatically qualify for the Skater XL Tampa Pro contest, but 7 other spots per platform are up for grabs. To submit an entry to participate: - film a 45 second contest run at the 2021 @spottampa map. No cuts, just one continuous run. - Post the run to Instagram using #SXLTampaPC (PC entries, mods are OK), #SXLTampaXB (Xbox entries), or #SXLTampaPS (PlayStation entries) - one entry per person - All entries are due by midnight PST on Tuesday, April 19th, 2022 We will be selecting the top 7 (plus the winners of the FakeSkate Open) on each platform to compete live for cash and prizes on May 7th. Good luck and have fun! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/56438b81e83b47d3b0a4edb5cdd6d196ab72876d.png Spectate Mode now available in MultiplayerFeb 4, 2022 - Community AnnouncementsAs we continue to build out the Skater XL Multiplayer and social ecosystem, we are stoked to add another small but very useful piece with the release of Spectate Mode. This feature allows players in Multiplayer rooms to easily watch other players skate and join their session anywhere on the map. To use this feature, press and hold Y/🔺when in Multiplayer and select ‘Spectate’. Once spectating a player, you can toggle between fixed, orbit, tripod and free cam by pressing Y/Triangle. L and R on the D-Pad will allow you to switch the player you are spectating to other players in the room. Another small addition is you can now switch camera focus between players in replay mode by pressing LB / RB. This allows you to easily check out the replays of friends and strangers as well as your own. As we all know, part of any skate session involves hanging back and watching your friends and strangers try their tricks, getting sparked, and trying your own. We think the addition of the Specate Mode and replay player switching help to bring this element into Skater XL, and helps to further build an authentic skateboarding experience. Thanks again for all the support and we hope you enjoy this new feature.Update notes for Feb 4thFeb 4, 2022 - Community Announcements- New Spectate Mode now available by pushing and holding A/Triangle - Can switch players in Replay mode in Multiplayer by pressing L/R on the Pad - Various minor bug fixes and improvementsNew Map Alert 📢 Oshawa Arena by Brookzee99 is Available Now!Feb 1, 2022 - Community AnnouncementsOshawa Arena by Brookzee99 is now is available in the Mod Browser on all platforms 🔥 This brand new community creation is a modern skate contest arena, with all the features you’d expect to find your favorite pros shredding in the world’s biggest competitions. Created by Brookzee99, with porting by Easy Day for all platforms, Oshawa Arena will play host to the first ever Skater XL FakeSkate Open Live Contest event on February 5th. Tune in at Twitch.TV/StillMilky to watch some of the best fakeskaters in the world compete live for cash and prizes! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/041b1b602179b4e6b82a300f2bb573775076aee1.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/1376714ded3b7de46ebdb4731eb170ac3d3f5ecf.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/7f6f2c65a99c9502134c56bb6808ea7e49b570bf.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/6d0370c94d709e7b4cbd15be08283cad95b92516.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/7a4efa69a516a0a912ac97772a86798e1a9aae46.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/538c501f2349a7f00cafbb804c09e3349013c29d.png From Brookzee99: With the introduction of multiplayer to the game my goal was to bring a new element to the game in the form of competitive skating for the community. Inspired by real world skate competitions, this map is completely fictitious and was inspired by real world spots from the skateparks of Oshawa, Canada. I have tried to capture the essence of competition skating with a course that would be at home in any real world event and lends itself to the games mechanics for both base game and modded players. I have put everything into making this map look and skate to the best of my abilities, using what I have learned from this community over the past year and taking advantage of the lighting guide that was compiled by the guys over at Easy Day. Whilst I have been proud of every map I have made, this is the one I am especially proud of. I can't believe the support I have received from the community whilst making this map, so I thank everyone of you and the guys at Easy Day for always giving their invaluable advice. Here's hoping this is the beginning of a whole new chapter of competitive skating in Skater XL... New Map Drop - Industrial Zone by Jean-Olive 🚛Dec 23, 2021 - Community AnnouncementsJust in time for the holidays, we are stoked to be dropping the optimized Day and Night versions of a fan favorite community map, Industrial Zone by Jean-Olive, along with the newly added ability to move some of the map-native objects using the DIY Map Editor Alpha. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/80f16b2bbe58ad92274317bf61b5b7af73dc536e.png Industrial Zone by Jean-Olive is a classic street map from the creator of ‘Streets’, among countless other incredible maps. Industrial Zone is Jean-Olive’s rendition of a gritty industrial area complete with shipping bays, loading docks and construction equipment creating a unique environment designed for piecing together your perfect lines. The team at Easy Day worked with Jean-Olive to visually enhance the map’s texturing and lighting, as well as optimize it’s technical performance on all platforms. Today’s release also includes both day and night versions of the map. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/e583d86c1e52460406d660bb534891f77bb52962.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/599b07ce0a200b04d64b91060bd0c3059fb9f52b.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/7e363e47a8be37dab64692c125cd6a37affda5a7.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/284e2fdb7faa61d6b2c6eaf3f86f67ef8599c3fc.png In addition to the visual and technical optimizations, we have added the ability to move certain objects in the map to allow for even more customization and creative options. (*Note: to use this feature you need to opt into the DIY Map Editor Alpha Branch. To do this: Right click ‘Skater XL’ and open Properties, Select the ‘Alpha' branch) Throughout Industrial Zone, you will now find objects like construction materials, heavy equipment, and other environmental elements that are native to the map, that can be moved to any location in the map to create new skate spots. To use this feature, press and hold ‘Y/Triangle’ to enter the DIY Map Editor and then select the objects. Map creators will also have the ability to tag movable objects in their maps in the near future. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/cfe3a181bffb6ac394d555605282f2e2cd691323.png To close out 2021, we would also like to give a huge thank you to the Skater XL community for another incredible year. Skater XL wouldn’t be the game it is today without the support and contributions of the dedicated creators and players and we look forward to many more great years ahead. We hope everyone has a great holiday season and we’ll see you all in 2022 with more new content, updates and features. Happy holidays!New Map Drop ⚡️Skatepark Of Tampa 2021 Pro Course Now AvailableOct 8, 2021 - Community AnnouncementsThe Skatepark of Tampa has been a mainstay on the global skate scene for the better part of three decades, supporting grassroots skateboarding, their local community and throwing what have become legendary contests, Tampa Pro and Tampa Am. There are few places in the world that have hosted more skateboarding icons than SPoT, and it's contests are the most anticipated of the year for skateboarding's biggest names. Legends like Andrew Reynolds, Eric Koston, and Dennis Busenitz have all claimed the top spot over the years. We are very stoked to partner with SPoT to release their updated skatepark design, which will be unveiled at the 2021 Tampa Pro contest October 15-17. If you've ever dreamed of skating the same contest course as your favorite skaters, this is your chance to digitally get down. The Skatepark of Tampa is now available for download in the 'Maps' section of the Mod Browser. Just filter by 'Newest' to see the listings and download. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/f260b60de3c1669b7ed3326dd091aa28daf5cbee.png The team at Easy Day worked with SPoT to create a true representation of the skatepark's latest iteration, complete with an updated centerpiece obstacle featuring rails, wedges and ledges and multiple ways to skate each. Quarterpipes and banks line each end to help keep your speed up and flow back and forth, hitting the main park features in between. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/61518d5dc5ae9076885b8a4d9d5afca6cf3d0de1.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/a398a4311ecb092ab35b266aaaae23e992fc3ba8.png To add even more detail, the art of pro skateboarder Kris Markovich lines the walls of the park, just as you'll see at this year's contest. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/72e0fc04dfc8efe817f50ae9602c3f9747a57b71.png We hope that you will enjoy the park and shoutout to creator MastaFlex for his earlier mod version of this park. If you need a little bit of inspiration, tune into skateparkoftampa.com October 15-17 and watch your favorite pros putting the course to good use.1.2.3.5 Minor PatchSep 25, 2021 - Community AnnouncementsChanges: - Fixed gameplay sounds bugs in Multiplayer affecting sounds of other players - Fixed DIY Objects not always deleted on map change - Minor DIY Map Editor camera improvement Note that a minor fix was also made to a prefab object which meant we had to rebuild the Addressables bundle of all assets hence this update is a 3GB download despite being only minor changes.'DIY Map Editor' Now Available in Public Alpha!Sep 24, 2021 - Community AnnouncementsIMPORTANT: Update features referred to in this post are located in the “Alpha” branch of the game. This is a separate stream of development for us to publicly test early or experimental features in development. You MUST opt in to play this version of the game by following the steps at the bottom of this post. What is up guys?! We’ve just released a very early stage version of a new game feature called the “DIY Map Editor” into public alpha on Steam. The DIY Map Editor allows you to place, move and delete skateable objects in maps for both single player and multiplayer game modes. To access it simply opt into the new ‘alpha’ branch in Steam (Properties -> Betas) and then, once in the game, push and hold the Y/🔺 button or access it from the main menu Up until now we’ve been building and testing this feature with players in private but as this is a social feature, it makes sense to go into public testing in a much earlier 'alpha' state than with previous features. This will help guide design decisions, see what works and what doesn’t as we continue development of the DIY Map Editor for PC and eventually for consoles. We look forward to seeing early players jumping in and speaking with more of you as the feature develops. See you in an MP session soon with the DIY Map Editor!! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/101a97542d7c1d6fa35373fbe4e75a1b65747851.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/249dc87961f3bbdc3976acf7a92bc5f598dc165a.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/aabbe9bce0681b8e1dff1379719ee8df7022a20a.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/26d61f9d30529f91d5c84bfe16a493d4c05081af.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/aedf4e90e3c19e0ae9342b26a25011213f183f08.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/cf6fb93d117458781857778c2e3786a8cdfe731a.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/cde4dc266540ae43ac8488a41f8473cfe7841582.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/c1929ce9e28e5995d11c6c1fe7a8aa91043634c1.png Mod Disclaimer: While we make efforts to preserve existing mods with each update, we are not able to control exactly how updates to the official game code will interact with every one of them. If you are experiencing issues with the new update, please first try removing your mods and adding them back in one by one to see if the issue can be isolated. To open the Alpha, follow these steps: Right click ‘Skater XL’ and open Properties Select the ‘Alpha' branch. Steam should start downloading this version of the game. Once it has finished, you will be able to try the update. The game name in your library should now show “Skater XL ”. If you’d like to switch back to the regular commercial release branch of the game in future simply come back to this screen and select “NONE - opt out of all betas” in the drop down. New Map Alert! Primitive Skatepark Now Available!Aug 27, 2021 - Community AnnouncementsDesigned to meet the specifications of professional skateboarder and Primitive founder Paul Rodriguez, the Primitive Skatepark is a private playground for Primitive’s elite team of skateboarders including Skater XL’s Tiago Lemos. The team at Easy Day have recreated the park to allow players to get as close as they ever might to skating this exclusive training facility. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/c6e5df538bcca9d0c37ad9b38f24f277b37fd2bb.png Paying close attention to the fine details of the environment, the Skater XL version of the Primitive Skatepark replicates the obstacles and flow while optimizing the size and scale for gameplay. The park has traditional skatepark features like banks, quarterpipes, flatbars and ledges, built around the centerpiece doubleset with a hubba and handrails. If you watched the Street League Skateboarding Qualifier event, you already know that there are no shortage of ways to skate this park. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/235a5a6621ec12a397b155981e0c5010795fb376.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/2980dd5fca9037cd3b7ec638b8d2e20f7c8567c8.png To create a more dramatic look and give your footage a different vibe we have released an additional ‘Lights Out’ version of the park, with an overall darkened park and spotlights highlighting the park features. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/14a9889af1060e0847a047f8bac8edd5dc5c6a74.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/7ec41b2b04e04c41b14e1e7ac56ad894bd23ff36.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/aa57d5b0d92d036a010f3b4cccfaef129a9e5fd5.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/2d34f6dd3c1a50c11e1c6e081e75b836a80a7bee.png Both versions of the Primitive Skatepark are available now in the 'Maps' section of the Mod Browser. Just filter by 'Newest' to see the listings and download. Thanks as always for your support and contributions, and we'll be back soon with more news and map additions. We hope you all enjoy these additions and shout out to creator Brookzee99 for his recent modded PC version of this park! Multiplayer Free Skate is out of beta and available for all!Aug 6, 2021 - Community AnnouncementsWe are very happy to announce that Skater XL Multiplayer Free Skate mode is out of Beta and now available for players on all platforms! With this update, friends from all corners of the world can link up online and share a skate session together. Skateboarding is more fun with friends, and there’s nothing quite like hanging out, talking shop, and vibing off each other. That essential experience inspired us to create Skater XL’s online Multiplayer Free Skate mode. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/6c534678fe83d6ecd8d68ac738cf27ffbaa4613b.png Multiplayer Free Skate mode is built to replicate the energy and hype of a real life skate session as closely as possible. No rules or barriers, you and the homies decide where to skate, what to skate, and how to skate it. Whether you want to match each other trick for trick, choreograph party lines, or just vibe off each other in a more freeform way, Multiplayer Free Skate provides the platform. The social component of skateboarding has always been part of our vision for Skater XL, so we’ve given Multiplayer Free Skate players the capability to capture and save video of impressive lines and momentous trick moments using the in-game replay editor. Videos are a big part of the culture and we felt it was important to give players a way to share and rewatch their favorite moments long after the session is complete. A check of the Instagram #SkaterXL will give you an idea of the amazing content that is already coming out of the creative community. Multiplayer Free Skate is our first step in opening up social modes in the game and features: Skate with up to 10 people online - Join a random room or start your own private one and invite your friends to join using a passcode Replays - Replay and save your group party lines, with the same replay editor functionality available in single player mode {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/ec9c87ff46425f893d025a6684dc88c875be46bb.png Smooth frame rates and a lag-free experience are so important to Skater XL’s physics-based gameplay and, given the extra processing and complexity of running online multiplayer, we wanted to make sure this update would feel as good as possible for those on low end systems. Alongside the development on the multiplayer features, work began back in January on optimizing many of the systems and assets in the rest of the game. A huge number of hours have gone into turning over every stone and reworking code, 3D assets, lighting, shaders, and more alongside the multiplayer systems themselves to squeeze out extra performance and FPS. The game now runs and feels significantly smoother on low-end gaming PCs even with many characters on screen during online play. Also included in this latest update is a small injection of new character gear with shoes from New Balance and Es Footwear, as well as an apparel capsule from Dickies. As we continue to release regular updates, you can expect to see even more new gear hit the customizer. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34055591/bf3f8079cdb2...

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