Tips for leveling up quickly in Rematch

Rematch is a sports game created by Sloclap and co-published by Kepler Interactive. Here, you take control of a single athlete in third-person American football matches.

The game debuted on June 19, 2025, and is available for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and Series S. The concept is short, fast-paced matches with small teams. There's no controlling the entire team; the focus is on the individual, within the collective.

So, if you're just starting to play, check out some important tips to get off to a good start in Rematch matches.

Practice freely without fear of making mistakes.

Before jumping into multiplayer matches, take it slow. Rematch is more technical than it seems. The controls demand precision, the response time makes all the difference, and that one misplaced touch can change everything. Therefore, use the free mode to understand how the character moves, how the ball reacts to touch, and the exact timing of each action.

The interesting thing is that in this mode you can really practice. Want to shoot, pass, test aerial plays, volley? You can do it all. Controlling the ball with the right analog stick or the middle mouse button is a key feature that requires practice; it doesn't come ready-made. There, you'll gain confidence before entering a frantic 5v5, and when you go to a real match, you'll already know what you're doing.

Use maximum FOV to see more.

A common mistake for beginners in Rematch is playing with the camera too close. This way of playing limits your vision and prevents you from seeing where your teammates are, who is coming from the side, from behind, or even if the ball is coming from where you least expect it. Field vision is crucial, and every second can be the difference between a goal and a serious mistake.

Set the FOV to maximum ; currently, that limit is 90. With this wider field of view, your game reading improves significantly. You can anticipate passes, see open spaces, and position yourself better.

Pass the ball. Whenever you can.

This is the golden tip, and perhaps the most ignored by beginners. Rematch is not a place for solo players. You can try to take them on alone, but you'll get dispossessed. The movement is fast, the tackles are simple, and the marking works well. Anyone who thinks they're going to be the "star" of the team ends up hindering more than helping.

So pass, even if you still miss. Even if your teammate doesn't receive it properly. The game was designed for the team , and when the team starts exchanging passes, everything flows better. The ball will move faster, plays will appear, and goals will come. At first, it's difficult to get the direction right without automatic blocking, but with practice, it will become natural.

Aim above the goal and take advantage of the rebounds.

This tip is clever and works very well against those who are still learning. Instead of shooting directly at the goal, aim a little higher. Make the ball hit the back wall hard, and get ready to catch the rebound. The goalkeeper usually dives thinking it's going to be a direct shot, but the ball comes back cleanly and you can put your foot through it.

This works quite well against beginner or intermediate level players, and even at higher levels, this strategy can create confusion, force errors, and open up space. Practice this type of play well in free play mode. The timing of the shot on the rebound is just as important as the initial shot. Getting the timing right will make it your secret trick in the game.

Mark your opponents instead of chasing the ball.

It's tempting to want to run to the ball every time it's free, but that's a classic mistake for beginners in Rematch. You tire yourself out unnecessarily, use up your stamina bar unnecessarily, and leave space on your back. 

Instead, mark the player who is most dangerous . Pay attention to opponents without the ball. Have a teammate pressure the player in possession, and hold your position. In 5v5 mode, this tip is even more important. And if the team manages to maintain this type of organization, they will withstand the pressure and turn the game around much more easily.

Change the goalkeeper when necessary.

One of the most interesting elements in Rematch is that the goalkeeper isn't fixed. At certain times, he needs to leave the area, and that's when he loses his gloves. If you're positioned further back, don't think twice: take over the goal.

In smaller game modes, like 3v3, the goalkeeper also needs to contribute more to the build-up play. Playing as a sweeper-keeper, advancing and retreating as needed, makes all the difference. So learn the basics of defense . Practice in free mode. Understand how to position yourself in goal. There will come a time when you'll save the game simply because you knew what to do in that role.

With focus and training, your movements will improve, and victories will follow. Stepping onto the field well-prepared is already half the battle.