What to know

  • Skate 4 fully supports cross-play across PC, PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.
  • Cross-play is enabled by default but can be toggled off in the settings menus.
  • Players can add friends across platforms using EA IDs and invite them to join parties or sessions.
  • Cross-progression ensures that game progress and data are saved across platforms, allowing seamless switching without losing progress.

Skate 4 (officially skate.) the long-awaited skateboarding game reboot, offers comprehensive multiplayer features that enhance connectivity and gameplay flexibility. Whether playing on PC, PlayStation, or Xbox, Skate 4 enables players to join their friends across these platforms easily. This is made possible through full cross-play and cross-progression systems integrated from day one.

Cross-play availability and how it works in skate 4

Skate 4’s cross-play allows users on different gaming platforms—such as PC (via EA app, Epic Games Store, and Steam), PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S—to play together in the same game world. This feature is automatically activated unless disabled manually in the settings. To connect, players simply need to add friends using their EA usernames within the Social & Spectate menu.

How to manage cross-play settings and invite cross-platform friends

Managing cross-play in Skate 4 involves accessing the Main Menu or the Map interface, then navigating to the General settings to enable or disable cross-play. On Xbox consoles, these settings correspond to the console’s platform settings.

To invite friends on different platforms:

Step 1

Open the Main Menu or Map in Skate 4.

Step 2

Go to the Social & Spectate menu under the Hub tab.

Step 3

Use the Search function to type in your friend's EA username or gamertag.

Step 4

Select the correct friend from the list and send an EA Friend request.

Step 5

After acceptance, invite them to your party or join their session from the Friends list.

This system supports party sizes of up to four players, and players can teleport instantly to each other’s locations to collaborate or compete in challenges.

Cross-progression and switching platforms in skate 4

The game also supports cross-progression, meaning that your game data, progress, unlocked content, and customization persist regardless of the platform on which you play. For example, if switching from playing on PC to a PlayStation console or vice versa, Skate 4 preserves all your progress, allowing seamless access to your account state and gameplay achievements without starting over.

This feature supports fluid gameplay changes and platform transitions, making it easy to skate anywhere without losing progress or content.

Common issues and tips for smooth cross-play experiences

While cross-play and cross-progression in Skate 4 are designed to work smoothly, certain bugs and glitches may occasionally interfere with multiplayer connectivity. Common issues include difficulty joining friends’ servers or receiving error codes related to cross-play.

Tips to address these issues:

  • Ensure all players have the latest game update installed.
  • Verify cross-play is enabled in the game settings.
  • Restart the game and console/PC to refresh connections.
  • Check server status or join only supported platform generations (e.g., Xbox One and newer).
  • Communicate with friends through EA IDs rather than platform-specific friend lists for better cross-play reliability.

Skate 4 delivers a well-implemented cross-play and cross-progression system that unites players across the major gaming platforms. The integration allows for a connected multiplayer experience, where friends can easily meet up, share challenges, and maintain progress regardless of the device used. Whether skating solo or with a party, these features expand the game's accessibility and community interaction, crucial for enjoying the vibrant world of San Vansterdam together.