Rematch Launches Strong: Record Sales & Player Milestones
▼ Summary
– Rematch, Sloclap’s new football action game, has sold over 1 million copies and reached 3 million unique players since its 19th June launch.
– The game’s high player count is partly due to its availability on Xbox Game Pass, with players having completed 11.8 million matches and scored 55.6 million goals.
– Sloclap reported additional in-game stats, including 33.5 million assists and 69.1 million saves, and emphasized this is “just the beginning” for Rematch.
– Crossplay is currently missing but is Sloclap’s “absolute highest priority” to improve the multiplayer football experience.
– A Eurogamer reviewer praised Rematch as a competitive online game but criticized many players for not passing the ball, calling them “ball hogs.”
The new football action game Rematch has kicked off to a phenomenal start, shattering expectations with record-breaking sales and player engagement within days of launch. Developed by Sloclap, the studio behind Sifu, this high-energy sports title has already sold over one million copies while attracting three million unique players since its June 19 release. Much of its rapid player growth stems from its inclusion in Xbox Game Pass, giving subscribers instant access to the fast-paced multiplayer experience.
On the field, the numbers are just as staggering. Players have collectively competed in 11.8 million matches, netting 55.6 million goals, a tally that continues climbing with nearly 20,000 concurrent players still active on Steam. Defensive stats are equally impressive, with 33.5 million assists and 69.1 million saves recorded so far. Sloclap celebrated the milestone, calling it “just the beginning” and thanking fans for their support both on and off the virtual pitch.
Despite its explosive launch, one highly requested feature remains absent: crossplay functionality. The studio has assured players that implementing cross-platform multiplayer is its top priority, emphasizing a commitment to transparency as development progresses. “We’re dedicated to making Rematch the outstanding football experience you deserve,” Sloclap stated, promising regular updates.
Early adopters, including Eurogamer’s Tom, have praised the game’s addictive competitive gameplay, though some frustration lingers over teammates who refuse to pass. “I’ve finally found an online game I can’t stop thinking about,” Tom noted, “but too many players still treat the ball like it’s glued to their feet.” With such strong momentum, Rematch appears poised to keep growing, especially once crossplay brings even more competitors together.
Image credit: Sloclap
(Source: EUROGAMER)
