⚽ Rematch Takes on the Titans: Sloclap’s High-Impact Football Brawler Arrives June 19
By Rob ( GeekDad), GeeksvsGeeks.com
The creators of Sifu are stepping onto a very different kind of battlefield this summer—one with shin guards, turf burns, and no referees in sight. Sloclap’s latest project, Rematch, launches June 19 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, offering a wildly energetic take on football that mixes strategy, teamwork, and straight-up grit. Pre-orders are live now, with an open beta kicking off April 18 exclusively on PC.
In a genre long dominated by the likes of EA Sports FC (formerly FIFA), Rematch brings something rarely seen on the pitch: risk. This is not a traditional sports sim. It’s a bold reimagining of football as a contact-heavy, no-rules, team-based arena where precision, flair, and adaptability are the keys to victory.
Football Without the Red Cards
There are no fouls. No offsides. No drawn-out VAR reviews. In Rematch, every second counts, and every player matters. The game’s 5v5 and 4v4 match formats put a heavy emphasis on personal skill and team coordination, with players controlling a single character in real time—no squad micromanagement, just boots on the ground and tactics in motion.
The action is fast-paced and physical. Advanced dribbling moves and cinematic bicycle kicks are matched by bone-rattling tackles and stylish signature plays that give each match the flavor of a high-stakes brawl with a football in the middle. The arenas are as varied as the playstyles, with global urban and virtual settings serving as backdrops for your squad’s rise to glory.
From Brawler to Ball Handler
For players used to the polished simulation of EA’s football juggernaut, Rematch may seem like a wild card. But beneath the stylized presentation and stripped-back rules is a deep, skill-driven experience that rewards tactical timing, creative playmaking, and on-the-fly decision making. Mastering the game means mastering movement—every pass, block, and feint matters.
And yes, while there's no realism slider or transfer market here, there is a Captain Pass packed with challenges, cosmetics, and rewards to build out a custom player identity. With editions ranging from the $29.99 Standard to the $49.99 Elite package, early adopters can secure exclusive gear, player card designs, and even a virtual AR home field.
Open Beta Starts April 18
Players eager to try before they buy can register for the PC open beta running April 18–19 via www.playrematch.com. It’s a limited-time chance to join the pitch, get a feel for the flow, and test out the skill ceiling that could turn casual fans into diehards.
Sloclap has taken a gamble by stepping into the crowded arena of sports games—but much like its Sifu protagonist, Rematch seems ready to earn its place through raw technique, well-timed kicks, and an uncompromising attitude. For fans of arcade-style competition or anyone burned out by the annual sports sim formula, this might just be the unexpected MVP of the summer.
