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Slapshot: Rebound

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2024

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Quick resume

Slapshot: Rebound is a physics-based multiplayer game where you play an arcade style match of hockey. No shoot button, no puck glue, no RNG. It’s up to you and your team to take control of the puck, pass, shoot, outplay your opponents. Play with your friends or team up with other Slapshot players!

Global score

83/100

Genres

Action, Casual, Indie, Sport, Free To Play

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    Pros

    • High skill ceiling and rewarding gameplay
    • Free-to-play with fair monetization
    • Strong community and teamwork focus
    • Addictive and engaging multiplayer matches
    • Active developer support and updates

    Cons

    • Steep learning curve can frustrate new players
    • Small player base causes matchmaking issues
    • Toxic behavior reported in some matches
    • Server lag and latency problems
    • Physical strain from intense focus and controls

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

      Game with the same Autonomy vibe

      4

      "Players have full control over stick handling, puck movement, and skating with a physics-based system allowing personal mastery and freedom."

      Capsule for Puck Puck

      "Players have high control over their actions and decisions, mastering complex puck handling and movement mechanics."

    • Competence

      Game with the same Competence vibe

      5

      "Steep learning curve and high skill ceiling; players improve through practice and receive clear feedback on performance."

      Capsule for MX Bikes MX Bikes

      "Steep learning curve with a very high skill ceiling; players actively improve and receive feedback on performance."

    • Competition

      Game with the same Competition vibe

      4

      "Strong competitive multiplayer focus with ranked modes, duels, and skill-based matchmaking."

      Capsule for MORDHAU MORDHAU

      "Strong competitive multiplayer focus with ranked modes and skill-based matchmaking."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      5

      "Highly addictive gameplay with long sessions and habitual play reported; players invest many hours and return frequently."

      Capsule for ISLANDERS: New Shores ISLANDERS: New Shores

      "Highly addictive gameplay leading to long sessions and habitual play; players report playing many hours and returning frequently."

    • Cooperation

      Game with the same Cooperation vibe

      4

      "Teamwork is emphasized, with classes designed to complement each other and modes requiring coordinated play."

      Capsule for Primal Carnage Primal Carnage

      "Teamwork is essential; passing and coordinated play with teammates is emphasized."

    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

      1

      "Customization options exist but mostly cosmetic; some player creativity in gameplay tactics."

      Capsule for Intoxicated Driver Intoxicated Driver

      "Some customization options and cosmetic personalization, but gameplay follows defined hockey mechanics."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      2

      "Some toxic behavior and trash talk reported, but also many cooperative and respectful interactions."

      Capsule for SMITE® SMITE®

      "Some reports of toxic behavior and trash talk, but also many cooperative and respectful interactions."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

      4

      "Players use the game as a fun distraction and stress relief, with some citing it helped improve personal relationships."

      Capsule for Pro Soccer Online Pro Soccer Online

      "Players use the game as a fun distraction and stress relief, with some reporting it helped improve real-life relationships."

    • Expectation

      Game with the same Expectation vibe

      -3

      "Players engage voluntarily out of interest and intrinsic motivation rather than obligation."

      Capsule for Occupy Mars: The Game Occupy Mars: The Game

      "Players engage voluntarily out of personal desire and intrinsic interest rather than obligation."

    • Experimenting

      Game with the same Experimenting vibe

      3

      "Players explore complex physics mechanics and try new puck handling techniques to improve and discover new moves."

      Capsule for Puck Puck

      "Players explore mechanics and develop new skills, experimenting with puck control and strategies."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      -2

      "Gameplay occurs in familiar sports environments with limited discovery or new area exploration."

      Capsule for All-In-One Sports VR All-In-One Sports VR

      "Gameplay occurs in familiar hockey arenas with limited emphasis on discovering new areas."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

      2

      "Character customization allows some self-expression, but limited cosmetic options."

      Capsule for Eschalon: Book I Eschalon: Book I

      "Cosmetic customization allows some self-expression, though limited to character skins and accessories."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      -3

      "Focus on realistic hockey physics and simulation rather than imaginative or fictional elements."

      Capsule for Puck Puck

      "Realistic hockey simulation with physics-based gameplay rather than imaginative or fictional scenarios."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      3

      "Community and social play are important; players form friendships and groups."

      Capsule for Once Human Once Human

      "Community and social interaction are important; players form bonds and play with friends."

    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

      5

      "Strong emphasis on learning, skill acquisition, and personal improvement over time."

      Capsule for Puck Puck

      "Strong emphasis on learning, skill acquisition, and personal improvement over time."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

      -4

      "Primarily sedentary gameplay; some reports of wrist strain from extended play."

      Capsule for Puyo Puyo™ Tetris® 2 Puyo Puyo™ Tetris® 2

      "Primarily sedentary gameplay with reports of physical strain (e.g., wrist stiffness) from intense focus."

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -4

      "Requires constant attention and focus due to fast-paced, skill-demanding gameplay."

      Capsule for Jet Lancer Jet Lancer

      "Requires constant attention and focus due to fast-paced, skill-demanding gameplay."

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      2

      "Some social bonding through cooperative play and shared experiences, but limited emotional or close relationship building."

      Capsule for Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Vegas Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Vegas

      "Some social bonding and close relationships formed through cooperative play and shared experiences."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      1

      "Some players take leadership roles in team coordination, but overall balanced participation is common."

      Capsule for STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II

      "Some players take leadership roles in teams, but overall balanced team participation is common."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      4

      "Players accumulate ranks, stats, and cosmetic items; progression through skill and achievements is emphasized."

      Capsule for Supraball Supraball

      "Players accumulate ranks, cosmetic items, and improve skills, reflecting clear progression."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

      -2

      "Gameplay is intense and challenging, with some frustration reported, limiting relaxation."

      Capsule for The Apogee Throwback Pack The Apogee Throwback Pack

      "Gameplay is intense and challenging, often causing frustration rather than relaxation."

    • Sensation

      Game with the same Sensation vibe

      3

      "Enjoyable visual style, satisfying physics, and exciting fast-paced action provide sensory stimulation and fun."

      Capsule for Grapples Galore Grapples Galore

      "Enjoyable physics and fast-paced action provide sensory stimulation and excitement."

    • Status

      Game with the same Status vibe

      3

      "Ranking systems and leaderboards provide social recognition and status among players."

      Capsule for NARAKA: BLADEPOINT NARAKA: BLADEPOINT

      "Ranking and leaderboard systems provide social recognition and status among players."

    • Story

      Game with the same Story vibe

      1

      "Minimal narrative elements and lore; focus is on gameplay rather than story immersion."

      Capsule for ARMORED HEAD ARMORED HEAD

      "Minimal narrative elements; focus is on gameplay rather than story immersion."

    • Strategy

      Game with the same Strategy vibe

      4

      "Requires tactical thinking, positioning, and team coordination to succeed."

      Capsule for World of Tanks Blitz World of Tanks Blitz

      "Requires strategic thinking, positioning, and teamwork to succeed."

    • Thrill

      Game with the same Thrill vibe

      4

      "High adrenaline, suspense, and excitement from fast-paced combat and ranked matches."

      Capsule for Blood Strike Blood Strike

      "High adrenaline and suspense from competitive matches and skillful plays."

    • Value

      Game with the same Value vibe

      4

      "Free-to-play with fair monetization; players perceive good value for time invested."

      Capsule for AirMech AirMech

      "Free-to-play with fair monetization; players perceive good value for time invested."

    • Violence

      Game with the same Violence vibe

      -3

      "Gameplay centers on breaking blocks and defensive actions rather than combat or destruction of characters."

      Capsule for Shatter Shatter

      "Gameplay centers on constructive team play and puck control rather than combat or destruction."

    • Survival

      Game with the same Survival vibe

      1

      "Some elements of avoiding failure and managing resources, but low-risk overall."

      Capsule for Race for the Galaxy Race for the Galaxy

      "Some elements of avoiding failure and maintaining control under pressure, but low risk of permanent loss."

    Analysis

    Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Fellowship, Domination, Status. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Violence, Fantasy, Exploration.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

    Last update: 30/04/2026