cheapskate

About cheapskate

cheapskate is a single player and multiplayer casual platformer game. It was developed by Simple Dev Studio and was released on April 1, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

cheapskate is a third person, free form, skateboarding game inspired by retro and modern action sports games. Skateboard in unique locations tailored for exploration and execution of creative skateboard lines and tricks across flowing skateboard obstacles and level designs. Experiment with tricks and lines at your own pace. The philosophy behind the game is to give you freedom to skate, freedom to…

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97%Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews

grinding3 negative mentions

The game shows a lot of promise and captures the nostalgic feel of classic Tony Hawk's Pro Skater titles, thanks to the involvement of former Neversoft developers.
Active development and frequent updates from the team create a strong sense of community and excitement for the game's future potential.
Despite being in early access, the game is fun to play and has a solid foundation, making it a worthwhile investment for fans of arcade skateboarding games.

The game currently feels barebones, lacking essential features like grab tricks and animations, which may deter some players.
Movement feels slow and stiff at times, leading to a less engaging gameplay experience compared to the fast-paced nature of classic skateboarding games.
As it stands, the game may not offer enough content to justify its purchase for those looking for a fully fleshed-out experience.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 25% negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed feedback, with some players appreciating its potential and nostalgic elements reminiscent of classic skateboarding games, while others criticize the current lack of core mechanics and content. Although it is still in early access and feels somewhat slower than traditional titles, many reviewers acknowledge the solid foundation and regular updates that promise significant improvements over time. Overall, there is optimism that the game will evolve into a standout skateboarding experience as development progresses.
- “They say they're aiming for a THPS2 feel with its own identity, and it's clear to me in the gameplay that that's what will be reflected.”
- “Already it feels really solid, even in the early state it's currently in. If you're used to the more fast-paced gameplay of the PS2 era of THPS, slow things down a little bit; it's a somewhat slower game in its current state, but it doesn't feel sluggish. Despite the slower speed, it still manages to feel quite snappy.”
- “It's super early access, but from what I've played so far, it has a solid gameplay foundation. I fully expect it to be amazing down the line, especially with it being developed by former Neversoft developers who are clearly passionate and care about listening to their fans.”
- “We're currently lacking a few main mechanics, like acid drops and grab tricks.”
- “I would not call this a solid set of core gameplay mechanics by any stretch.”
- “Now, for the gameplay, it currently feels a bit like a mix of Tony Hawk and Thrasher: Skate and Destroy, so it's familiar for those who may be used to the former, but it's got heavier, slightly more realistic movement physics like the latter; it's not bad and I'm sure once more features are implemented, it'll feel like butter.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75% positive mentions, -50% neutral mentions, 75% negative mentions
The music in the game is highlighted as a standout feature, with a punky soundtrack that complements the gameplay. Players appreciate the engaging audio experience, which enhances the fun of performing tricks across various maps and settings. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, despite some criticisms regarding the level design.
- “Big combos, magnetic rails, balance bar, and a punky soundtrack.”
- “There are multiple test maps, which are all super easy and fun to trick line on, different weather & time of day settings, a soundtrack, and a control scheme that any THPS player can pick up and skate with.”
- “Here is my updated review: the balancing seems to work correctly now but other than music, it's still a stack of fun boxes and disparate objects scattered around a map haphazardly.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during gameplay.”
- “While the game has a punky soundtrack, it doesn't quite match the energy of the gameplay, leading to a disjointed experience.”
- “The soundtrack is forgettable and doesn't enhance the overall atmosphere of the game.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
Players find the grinding mechanics enjoyable and solid, even in the early development stages, despite some minor issues like wallrides causing combo drops. Overall, while there are some annoyances, the core experience of grinding and scoring remains fun.
- “There's a weird issue with bumping into walls before grinding that causes me to drop combos; it's a mild annoyance, nothing deal-breaking.”
- “Grinding feels repetitive and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged with the game for long periods.”
- “The grind mechanics are frustratingly inconsistent, often leading to unexpected failures that disrupt the flow of gameplay.”