Rematch - Elite Edition (PS5)

Kurz und bündig: Ein gutes, sympathisches und arcadiges Fußballspiel um mit seinen Freunden auf dem Platz zu stehen. Mit leichten Schwächen im Spielerischen. Für das was es sein will ist es ein gelungenes Spiel was man immer mal wieder mit Freunden spielen kann.

With missing features, server issues, and some gameplay quirks that need to be ironed out, in many ways, Rematch feels like an early-access game. Its foundation is strong, though, capturing the chaotic energy of playing football with your school pals. It's disorganised at times, and the people you're playing with might be frustrating, but there are very few moments when you're not having fun. It's a different kind of football game, yet it's intuitive, and the allure of improving your skill level is captivating. If Slocap can sand off its rough edges, Rematch could be something special. But even in its current state, saying "no" to one more match is a challenging proposition.

Rematch can be fun in bursts and over time it should grow to have a decent community. The emphasis on player skill over unlocking perks and skill points is refreshing, but can be hindered by the control scheme and camera. Some issues also need to be sorted too.