Developer Sloclap has rolled out Patch 6 for the soccer arcade game Rematch, introducing a new 4v4 Fireball mode available until December 3, 2025. This update, appearing as version 1.201.201 on consoles, also includes numerous gameplay fixes and a new leaver penalty for ranked matches. The mode disables standard quick match queues during its run to focus player attention on the event.
Patch Overview
Patch 6 for Rematch launched on November 26, 2025, bringing fresh content and refinements to the multiplayer soccer experience. The highlight is Fireball mode, a 4v4 format without goalkeepers and featuring elevated goals. Teams compete to reach 15 points first, with passes and interceptions building a heat gauge that boosts scoring potential when full.
As tweeted by the official Rematch account: "No goalkeepers, just elevated goals. Pass, intercept, build heat and strike!" The mode runs for a limited period, ending December 3, 2025, during which 4v4 and 5v5 quick match queues are paused across all platforms. Developers plan to monitor feedback on this change and the mode's reception.
Gameplay and Balance Changes
The update addresses several core mechanics. Improvements include more consistent aiming and shooting, reduced desyncs from high latency, and fixes for crashes during player joins. Ball behavior sees corrections, such as preventing out-of-bounds glitches and warping issues during shots.
Goalkeeper-specific tweaks fix dive animations, ball control failures, and visual effects persisting after goals. Stamina rollbacks and network performance receive enhancements, while animations for tackles and transitions feel smoother. Ranked 3v3 matches now require sufficient players to start, and tackling during shots yields more reliable results.
Additional Features and Fixes
A leaver penalty debuts in ranked play, temporarily blocking early quitters from queuing to maintain competitive fairness. Interface updates rework customization and store menus, add a ball tab in equipment, and show last season ranks in profiles.
Technical additions include AMD FSR support in video options and ball trail effects post-tackle. Audio mixes adjust crowd sounds, and miscellaneous changes add network info displays plus EULA updates. Known issues remain, with potential follow-up patches expected soon.
This rollout emphasizes stability and player retention in Rematch's arcade-style matches.