Do You Need Xbox Live for Skate 3?

Xbox Live Requirements for Skate 3

You do not need an Xbox Live subscription to play the single-player campaign of Skate 3. You can enjoy the full story mode completely offline.

Features That Require Xbox Live Gold

However, an active Xbox Live Gold subscription is required for the following online features:

• Online Multiplayer: Playing with friends or other players over the internet.
• Skate.Create: The online tool for sharing and downloading custom skate parks and content.
• Downloadable Content (DLC): Some DLC packs may require an Xbox Live connection to access.

In summary, if you only want the single-player experience, you can play offline. For the complete experience—including multiplayer, community creations, and DLC—you will need Xbox Live Gold.