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Skate It (Electronic Arts) - 2008
Platforms:
Nintendo Wii / Nintendo DS
Publisher:
Electronic Arts
Developer:
EA Black Box / Exient Entertainment
Type:
Sports / Skateboarding Sim
Media:
Wii Optical Disc / Nintendo DS Game Card
Description and Experience:
Released in late 2008, Skate It brought the critically acclaimed gameplay of EA's mainline Skate franchise to Nintendo consoles for the first time. Set between the events of Skate and Skate 2, players navigate an emptied-out, disaster-stricken San Vanelona that has been evacuated due to mysterious earthquakes. The experience was built entirely around motion and touch controls, utilizing the Wii Remote's tilt functionality or the Nintendo DS stylus to simulate foot movements on a skateboard deck. It offered a unique, arcade-like spin on the franchise's realistic "Flickit" control scheme, making it a distinct handheld and motion-controlled boarding experience.
Key Features:
- Implemented gesture-based motion controls tailored for Nintendo platforms
- Added full support for the Wii Balance Board peripheral on the home console version
- Features a unique post-disaster setting with completely redesigned levels
- Included a custom "Create-a-Park" mode allowing custom obstacle placement
- Provided a deep career mode tracking the skater's rise to Thrasher magazine fame
- Retained the franchise's signature "Hall of Meat" mode for brutal wipeouts
- Supported localized multiplayer challenges and custom deck sharing options
Technical Specifications:
- Built on a modified engine optimized for the Wii and Nintendo DS hardware caps
- Supports 480p progressive scan and 16:9 widescreen output on the Nintendo Wii
- Handheld version utilizes the dual-screen setup for touch-based trick inputs
- Compatible with official Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection services for online tracking
Advertising Description (North America):
“Skate it. If you can. Own the streets of San Vanelona on your own terms using the revolutionary motion controls of the Wii and Nintendo DS!”
Additional Details:
- Age Range: Everyone (E for Everyone)
- Best for: Mainline Skate series fans wanting a completely different, motion-driven control style
Historical Context:
Skate It was a major strategic release for Electronic Arts, aiming to capture the massive casual and core gaming audience on the hyper-popular Nintendo Wii and DS platforms. Arriving during the absolute peak of the music and sports peripheral craze, the game capitalized heavily on its Wii Balance Board integration to stand out from Tony Hawk's competing titles. While it didn't use the standard analog stick control scheme of its Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 siblings, it carved out a dedicated legacy as one of the most mechanically unique spin-offs in skateboarding game history.
Did You Know?
- This is the very first entry in the Skate franchise to feature fully customizable skateparks.
- The Nintendo DS version features an entirely unique soundtrack compared to the Wii game.
- Real-world pro skaters like Rob Dyrdek and Danny Way make fully voiced in-game appearances.
- It was one of the premier third-party titles chosen to showcase the Wii Balance Board accessory.
- The severe earthquake plotline in the game directly sets up the events found in Skate 2.
⚡🛹🏙️
Skate It (Electronic Arts) - 2008
Platforms:
Nintendo Wii / Nintendo DS
Publisher:
Electronic Arts
Developer:
EA Black Box / Exient Entertainment
Type:
Sports / Skateboarding Sim
Media:
Wii Optical Disc / Nintendo DS Game Card
Description and Experience:
Released in late 2008, Skate It brought the critically acclaimed gameplay of EA's mainline Skate franchise to Nintendo consoles for the first time. Set between the events of Skate and Skate 2, players navigate an emptied-out, disaster-stricken San Vanelona that has been evacuated due to mysterious earthquakes. The experience was built entirely around motion and touch controls, utilizing the Wii Remote's tilt functionality or the Nintendo DS stylus to simulate foot movements on a skateboard deck. It offered a unique, arcade-like spin on the franchise's realistic "Flickit" control scheme, making it a distinct handheld and motion-controlled boarding experience.
Key Features:
- Implemented gesture-based motion controls tailored for Nintendo platforms
- Added full support for the Wii Balance Board peripheral on the home console version
- Features a unique post-disaster setting with completely redesigned levels
- Included a custom "Create-a-Park" mode allowing custom obstacle placement
- Provided a deep career mode tracking the skater's rise to Thrasher magazine fame
- Retained the franchise's signature "Hall of Meat" mode for brutal wipeouts
- Supported localized multiplayer challenges and custom deck sharing options
Technical Specifications:
- Built on a modified engine optimized for the Wii and Nintendo DS hardware caps
- Supports 480p progressive scan and 16:9 widescreen output on the Nintendo Wii
- Handheld version utilizes the dual-screen setup for touch-based trick inputs
- Compatible with official Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection services for online tracking
Advertising Description (North America):
“Skate it. If you can. Own the streets of San Vanelona on your own terms using the revolutionary motion controls of the Wii and Nintendo DS!”
Additional Details:
- Age Range: Everyone (E for Everyone)
- Best for: Mainline Skate series fans wanting a completely different, motion-driven control style
Historical Context:
Skate It was a major strategic release for Electronic Arts, aiming to capture the massive casual and core gaming audience on the hyper-popular Nintendo Wii and DS platforms. Arriving during the absolute peak of the music and sports peripheral craze, the game capitalized heavily on its Wii Balance Board integration to stand out from Tony Hawk's competing titles. While it didn't use the standard analog stick control scheme of its Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 siblings, it carved out a dedicated legacy as one of the most mechanically unique spin-offs in skateboarding game history.
Did You Know?
- This is the very first entry in the Skate franchise to feature fully customizable skateparks.
- The Nintendo DS version features an entirely unique soundtrack compared to the Wii game.
- Real-world pro skaters like Rob Dyrdek and Danny Way make fully voiced in-game appearances.
- It was one of the premier third-party titles chosen to showcase the Wii Balance Board accessory.
- The severe earthquake plotline in the game directly sets up the events found in Skate 2.
⚡🛹🏙️
