The wait for Rematch Patch 3 continues, and the past few days have brought a mix of delays and promising updates. While the developers faced unexpected setbacks, there’s also some exciting news on ranked rewards, crossplay, and new mechanics that could shape the game’s future.
Patch 3 Delay and Community Frustration
Rematch Patch 3 was initially scheduled to launch on September 3, later delayed to September 4, and now postponed indefinitely. According to the developers, internal testing uncovered a major issue affecting matchmaking with crossplay enabled. Testers were stuck in matchmaking queues without the ability to cancel or restart, making the update unplayable in its current state.
Crossplay is a central feature of Patch 3, so the team decided to halt the release until the problem is fully resolved. While this cautious approach aims to ensure a stable rollout, it has left players frustrated due to a lack of clear communication and repeated delays.
Silver Boost and Dribbling Mechanics
Among the unexpected good news, community speculation suggests that silver boosting could make a return with Patch 3. Top player Morph analyzed the beta changes, noting that fixes related to directional dribbling might indirectly restore advanced movement techniques.
If true, this could improve ball control and bring back a style of play many players have been missing. However, these insights are based on testing observations and are not officially confirmed by the developers yet.
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Ranked Rewards and Battle Pass Updates
For the first time, the developers confirmed that ranked rewards will arrive alongside Rematch Patch 3. Although details are still limited, players are expecting cosmetics like unique boot effects, banners, or visual upgrades tied to rank progression.
Additionally, the team hinted at adjustments to the battle pass system. While it’s unclear whether this applies to the current season or future ones, there are signs of potential new tiers and extended progression paths, addressing complaints that the existing battle pass feels too short.
Crossplay, Advanced Mechanics, and Future Plans
The delayed update also introduces crossplay, a major feature that will improve matchmaking times and create larger, more competitive lobbies. However, Patch 3’s scope extends beyond technical upgrades:
Advanced Mechanics → The developers plan to post explanations of emergent community techniques like the Golden Boost, Hippie Slide, and Vexus Dash.
Ranked System Improvements → Future updates may refine matchmaking to better balance skill levels.
New Player Tools → In-game reporting systems and other quality-of-life upgrades are also on the way.
The next few weeks will be crucial for Rematch’s direction. Once Patch 3 launches successfully, it could set the foundation for stronger competitive play and smoother updates going forward.
