Rematch is quietly carving out its own space in the football game scene, and its creative director, Pierre Tarno, says the game is holding steady with players because, well, there’s just nothing else quite like it.
Talking with GamesRadar+, Tarno shared that player retention is strong, which means matchmaking should stay quick and fair for a good while. What’s fueling this? According to him, many players who love the game simply don’t have an alternative to switch to. That’s quite remarkable, considering the numerous football games available – FIFA, PES, EA Sports FC, and Football Manager – but none really focus on the player-centric simulation like Rematch does.
Tarno explained the key difference: while FIFA focuses on tactics, Rematch zooms in on the physicality and skill of individual avatars, making it a player simulation rather than just a football tactics game. So if you’re into what Rematch offers, it’s the only place to get that experience. He even mentioned clocking over 1,100 hours himself and still feeling there’s plenty of depth to keep things interesting. Wow, that’s some dedication!
Now, you might be wondering about comparisons to Rocket League, as both games mix football with arcade-style gameplay. But Tarno isn’t buying it. He points out that skills from Rocket League don’t really carry over because Rocket League is all about technical ability, while Rematch focuses on tactical decision-making. Aside from the football-in-a-cage vibe, the games don’t have much in common.
So, what does that mean for players who enjoy Rematch? Basically, if you dig it, you’re in for the long haul because it offers something quite distinct. And honestly, isn’t it refreshing to have a game that doesn’t just try to be FIFA or Rocket League but stands on its own? Yikes, it’s rare to see such confidence in a niche title these days.
What do you think? Have you tried Rematch yet? Do you agree that it offers a different kind of football experience?
