Released in early December 2020, Skater XL version 1.2.2.8 (commonly referred to by the community as the 1.2.2.8 patch or the "City Lockdown" update) was a significant milestone for Easy Day Studios' skateboarding simulation. While Skater XL had already launched on consoles and PC a few months prior, this update represented one of the first major free content drops aimed at expanding the core gameplay experience beyond the game's somewhat sparse initial offering.
Reaction to version 1.2.2.8 was mixed but generally positive.
Once you have downgraded, you need the essential mod pack. Here is the canonical list for this build: skater xl 1.2.2.8
| Mod Name | Purpose | Version Required | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | XXL Mod 3.0 | Adds switch stats, improved grinds, and hardcore mode. | v3.0.1 | | Stats Menu | Finely controls pop speed, board tilt, gravity. | v1.3.2 | | Object Spawner | Place ramps, rails, and kickers anywhere. | v2.5.0 | | Babbo Settings | UI overhaul and FPS unlocker. | v2.2 | | XL Gear + Clothing Pack | Adds 200+ real skate brands (Nike SB, Primitive). | 2021 Archive |
Pro Tip: Do not use the "Auto-Updater" mods on 1.2.2.8. Manually drag and drop the .dll files into your BepInEx/plugins folder to avoid version conflicts. Released in early December 2020, Skater XL version 1
If you own Skater XL on Steam, you can easily access version 1.2.2.8. Note: This does NOT require piracy. Easy Day Studios has left older branches available via Steam’s native beta system.
Version 1.2.2.8 stands as a snapshot of Skater XL during a critical transitional period. It arrived just as the "stats mod" culture on PC was exploding, highlighting the growing divide between the vanilla console experience and the highly customizable PC version. For many console players, this update was their first taste of a larger, more roam-friendly environment, setting the stage for later maps like The Slappy’s and Water Tower Park. If you own Skater XL on Steam, you
In the broader timeline, 1.2.2.8 is remembered less for revolutionary changes and more as the update that proved Easy Day Studios was listening to feedback about map variety—even if the core "do it yourself" gameplay philosophy remained untouched.
Version identifier: 1.2.2.8 (Build ID: 5862056 – SteamDB)
Release date: December 3, 2020
Platforms: PC (Steam), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch (later)