Developer Sloclap has sparked intriguing discussions by comparing their football sensation Rematch to samurai combat, while also reflecting on how their previous title Sifu was more than just a kung-fu game. Though Rematch appears to depict football matches at first glance, it radically diverges from conventional sports simulations like FIFA or PES, offering a fresh perspective on competitive gameplay.

Unlike traditional soccer simulations, Rematch delivers arcade-style matches where players control individual characters in third-person, rotating roles dynamically. The game eliminates standard football elements like fouls and offsides, creating uninterrupted, fast-paced gameplay that attracted over a million players on launch day. Interestingly, its core audience consists primarily of competitive gamers rather than sports enthusiasts.

In a recent developer update, Sloclap addressed comparisons between Rematch and their earlier hit Sifu, stating neither game fits neatly into their apparent genres. They describe Rematch as "in a way, a samurai game," highlighting how player interactions mirror the decisive, momentum-shifting exchanges of sword combat. This philosophical approach to gameplay design sets both titles apart from conventional genre expectations.