Skatesterre just dropped on Xbox Series X|S today, bringing that pure arcade skate energy back to consoles with Goon Squad and Headup teaming up on a love letter to the old-school THPS and Skate or Die days. The collab with Dutch pro skater Sterre Meijer, aka Surfsterre, puts her right in the game as the playable character, complete with her own style and fashion unlocks that push players to build their own look while chaining tricks through colorful parks and urban spots. It's all about quick pick-up-and-play runs, intuitive controls, and that satisfying combo flow without the simulation grind.

The game lands at $14.99 on the Xbox Store with support for Xbox controllers, and it's dropping alongside versions on PS5, PC via Steam, and Nintendo Switch 2, all hitting August 13. Headup's Dieter Schoeller highlighted how the team chased that golden-era feel with Unreal Engine polish, underground skate punk tracks, and mission objectives that reward creative lines over realistic physics. Sterre's involvement went deep—her brother helped, models got redone for authenticity, and the whole vibe channels her free-spirited approach to skating.

Early buzz on X shows folks already hyped for the retro revival, with posts calling out the combo-chasing nostalgia and quick "one more run" loops that defined the classics. It's the kind of arcade revival that fits right into Xbox's indie push without overcomplicating the formula.

Community chatter is light but positive so far, focused on the accessibility and that classic score-chase thrill making a comeback.