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Skate developers crack down on mods unlocking paid cosmetics
Original: After modders removed Skate's live service bits, devs draw the line with tools that "bypass our systems to unlock paid c
EA and Full Circle, the studio behind the early access Skate game, are drawing a line against mods that bypass their systems to unlock paid cosmetics. The developers say they welcome player creativity, but tools that circumvent live service restrictions cross a boundary. The clash highlights ongoing tension between modding communities and live service monetisation models.
Why now: Modders stripped out live service elements from Skate, prompting developers to respond and reigniting debate over monetisation versus player freedom.
Evidence
- After modders removed Skate's live service bits, devs draw the line with tools that "bypass our systems to unlock paid cosmetics" https:// lemy.lol/post/72585483 · cm0002@lemy.lol · 3
- After modders removed Skate's live service bits, devs draw the line with tools that "bypass our systems to unlock paid cosm… EA and Full Circle - the developer behind the new early access Skate game (skate.) - don't have a problem with modders and "creativity from players," but… · gamewire@gamefan.net · 2
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