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Skatesterre launch trailer – new fast-paced arcade skating game for Nintendo Switch 2
The fast-paced arcade skating game Skatesterre has launched on Nintendo Switch, featuring Dutch skateboarder Sterre Meijer. Players can perform combos and tricks across urban environments with a high-energy soundtrack. The game is published by Headup.
Social media star Sterre Meijer on getting her own skateboarding game, online hate, and, weirdly, being mistaken for AI
Social media star Sterre Meijer has become the face of Skatesterre, a new arcade skateboarding game developed by Goon Squad and published by Headup. Despite not being a gamer herself, Meijer was heavily involved in the character's design, ensuring it reflected her personal style. The game aims to offer a more feminine representation in the male-dominated skateboarding genre and is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Evening Reading - August 13, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various game reviews including Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. It also notes that Pokemon Bank will end service in February 2027 and discusses potential AI training on Twitch VODs. Additionally, Crimson Desert's Switch 2 port is rumored for early 2027.
Skatesterre: Where Classic Arcade Skateboarding Meets a New Generation
Skatesterre is an arcade skateboarding game developed by Headup and Goon Squad in collaboration with pro skater Sterre Meijer. The game aims to recapture the feel of classic arcade skateboarding titles from the golden era, incorporating modern features and Sterre's unique style. It is available on Xbox Series X|S and features intuitive controls, a deep combo system, and unlockable fashion items.
Ready To Shred? Skatesterre Lands On Xbox, PlayStation, Switch And PC
The arcade skateboarding game Skatesterre is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch for £11.99. Developed by Goon Squad and published by Headup, the game features Dutch skateboarder Sterre Meijer and focuses on fast-paced tricks and score-chasing across urban environments.
Skatesterre review: It's basically that thing you like again, but bad
Skatesterre is a skateboarding game that attempts to replicate the formula of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater but falls short due to a lack of personality and flawed gameplay mechanics. Despite featuring Sterre Meijer, the game fails to capture her contemporary influencer style, instead offering a generic experience with janky controls and inconsistent physics. The game is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes – The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, Madden NFL 27, Duskfade, more
Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch eShop listings reveal file sizes for upcoming and recently released games. Notable titles include The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered at 61.5GB and Madden NFL 27 at 49.9GB for the Switch 2, alongside numerous smaller titles for both platforms.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 10 to 14
This weekly feature highlights new games arriving on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between August 10 and 14. Titles include EA Sports Madden NFL 27, Sandustry, Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, and many more across various genres.
Skate-content creator Sterre Meijer stars in new skating game, Skatesterre, ready to cause a stir when it releases next month
The arcade skateboarding game Skatesterre, developed by Goon Squad and featuring Dutch skateboarder Sterre Meijer, is set to release next month. The game aims to capture the essence of late-1990s arcade skate titles and will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Release Dates/Windows
Skatesterre has announced its release date with a new trailer, set for August 13th.
Skatesterre, a fast-paced arcade skating game, announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Headup and Good Squad have announced Skatesterre, a fast-paced arcade skateboarding game, for the Nintendo Switch 2, set to release this summer. Players will embody Dutch skateboarder Sterre Meijer, performing tricks and exploring diverse levels with a high-energy soundtrack. The game features classic arcade gameplay inspired by early 2000s titles, with a focus on combos, style, and unlockable fashion items.
Everything announced at the Future Games Show Summer Showcase: Every Announcement, trailer and Release date
The Future Games Show Summer Showcase 2026 featured over 70 announcements, including world premieres, gameplay reveals, and release dates for titles like ACE COMBAT 8: Wings of Theve, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, and EXODUS. The event also highlighted numerous indie titles and provided updates on existing games such as Little Nightmares III: The Backstage and PowerWash Simulator 2. The showcase covered a wide range of genres and platforms, offering a glimpse into upcoming releases for PC and consoles.
Skatesterre Brings Old-School Arcade Skateboarding To PC And Console Later This Summer
Skatesterre, an arcade skateboarding game inspired by the late 1990s and early 2000s, is set to launch later this summer on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. Developed by Goon Squad and published by Headup, the game features fast-paced gameplay, combo-heavy scoring, and a soundtrack of skate punk and skate rock music. Players will control Dutch skateboarder Sterre Meijer, also known as Surfsterre, as they perform tricks and discover hidden routes in urban environments.
Arcade Skating Game Skatesterre Revealed at Future Games Show
Goon Squad and Headup announced their arcade skating game Skatesterre at the Future Games Show. The title, featuring Dutch skateboarder Sterre Meijer, will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch later this summer. Players will perform tricks and chain combos in urban environments with a high-energy soundtrack.
EVERYTHING ANNOUNCED AT THE FUTURE GAMES SHOW SUMMER SHOWCASE AND FGS LIVE FROM LOS ANGELES ON JUNE 6, 2026
The Future Games Show Summer Showcase and FGS Live From Los Angeles presented over 40 games, including world premieres and extended gameplay reveals. Highlights included new trailers and announcements for EXODUS, Arizona Sunshine, WARDOGS, ACE COMBAT 8: SKIES UNKNOWN, and Little Nightmares III's 'The Backstage' DLC. Several games received release dates or confirmed upcoming platforms.