Football enthusiasts have a lot to look forward to this week as the 2026/27 Premier League season launches tonight with Arsenal hosting Coventry. Alongside catching the live matches, fans can also get their football fix through gaming, as the popular PS5 title Rematch Elite Edition sees its price fall below £8.
While the eagerly anticipated EA Sports FC 27 is set to capture attention upon release, there is a more affordable alternative currently available that boasts impressive graphics and engaging gameplay.
The Rematch Elite Edition for PS5 is listed at £22.99 at Argos, but shoppers can secure a significantly reduced price through the cashback site TopCashback. New members who purchase the game via Argos and activate the cashback offer receive a portion of their money back, along with a £15 sign-up bonus. This effectively reduces the cost to just £7.78 once cashback is processed.
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Existing Argos customers can also benefit, receiving the game for £7.89 after cashback, a minimal increase compared to the new member offer.
Rematch Elite puts players in control of individual athletes in fast-paced 5v5 matches, allowing them to make strategic decisions on positioning and timing to score goals and defend effectively. Unlike traditional football games where players control entire teams, Rematch focuses on mastering the skills of single characters.
Metro’s review praised the game’s complexity, noting the need to master dribbling tricks, precise timing for intercepting passes, goalkeeping dives, and passing techniques involving modifiers rather than simple button presses. However, they also pointed out the presence of in-game purchases for cosmetic items, which can be expensive given the game is not free to play. Some currency for these items can be earned through gameplay progression.
Customers shopping at Argos praised the PS5 disc version, describing the graphics as ‘smooth and quick.’ One user commented, “It has great game graphics and gameplay,” calling it “fun entertainment.” Another noted it made “one happy boy at Christmas” and described it as the “perfect present” for their son eager to play.
For fans interested in other football-related gaming experiences, Rocket League remains a popular choice and is free to play across Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch consoles.
As the Premier League season gets underway, viewers can watch a comprehensive selection of fixtures on Sky Sports, which is broadcasting approximately 1,500 matches from the Premier League, EFL, and Carabao Cup across its TV and digital platforms.
To access Sky Sports coverage, fans will require a Sky TV and sport package, with prices starting at £35 per month for the Essential TV and Sky Sports bundle. Currently, this package is available at a discounted rate of £384 annually, reduced from the usual price of £51 per month.