Genre: Sports / Skateboarding
Developer: EA Black Box
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Year: 2010
Platform: Xbox 360
Skate 3 is the third entry in the Skate series, developed by EA Black Box and published by Electronic Arts. Released in 2010 for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3, the game builds upon its predecessors’ realistic control mechanics and introduces new gameplay systems centered around team-building and content creation.
Set in the fictional city of Port Carverton, players assume the role of a professional skateboarder attempting to establish a successful skateboarding company. This objective is achieved by completing challenges, recruiting teammates, and selling skateboards, all while exploring a large open-world environment filled with urban and industrial skate spots.
The game retains the “flick it” analog control system and adds both “Easy” and “Hardcore” difficulty settings to accommodate different player preferences. Notably, Skate 3 introduces a comprehensive skate park editor and robust online features, including the ability to share custom content and participate in cooperative or competitive multiplayer sessions.
Critically, the game received generally favorable reviews, with praise directed at its realistic physics, open-ended design, and expanded feature set. Some reviewers noted a steep learning curve, but its depth and creative options earned it a strong following among skateboarding and simulation fans.
