Rabona — the physics football game
An online multiplayer soccer game built entirely on real-time physics by solo developer Furkan Sarıhan. No scripted animations, no ball glued to feet — every touch, tackle and goal is computed live. Steam page live, release slated for 2026.
Quick answer: Rabona is not out yet — the Steam page lists a 2026 release with no exact date. A free demo ran during the February 2026 Steam Next Fest; check the store page for whether the demo or a playtest is currently up. It's PC-only and a one-time purchase — no browser version exists.
Why people are talking about it
Most football games fake contact with canned animations. Rabona computes everything live.
| System | What it means on the pitch |
|---|---|
| Physics-based movement | No pre-recorded animations — your player's motion is calculated in real time, so you have full agency over positioning and reaction |
| Free ball | The ball is a physical object, never glued to a player — every 50/50 is a genuine physics battle, and no two shots fly the same |
| Spin & skill moves | Apply real spin to curl shots into the top corner or chip the keeper; the namesake Rabona, Trivela and Elastico are all in |
| Ragdoll tackling | Active ragdoll physics on slide tackles — players fall, roll and get up in a continuous loop, making interceptions as funny as they are earned |
| Reactive goalkeepers | Keepers physically jump and dive rather than snapping to scripted saves |
How it compares
vs. Rematch / FIFA-style games
Those games often snap the ball to the dribbler. In Rabona the ball is always live — first touch and loose-ball scrambles are real skill, not animation triggers.
vs. arcade physics games
Rabona aims for believable simulation over chaos — the physics engine is the feature, wrapped in a deliberately minimal art style.
Modes
Online PvP is the core, plus Remote Play Together for couch matches. The community has asked for 11v11 and offline bots — both unconfirmed.
FAQ
When does Rabona come out?
Steam lists a 2026 release window with no exact date. The developer posts progress on the Steam page and community hub — wishlist it to get the launch notification.
Is there a Rabona demo?
A free demo was playable during the February 2026 Steam Next Fest. Demo availability comes and goes with festivals and playtests — the store page shows the current status.
Is Rabona free?
No — it's planned as a one-time purchase on Steam. The demo, when live, is free.
Can I play Rabona in a browser?
No — it's a PC game on Steam with a custom physics engine; there's no web version. Sites offering a "Rabona browser game" are unrelated.
Who makes Rabona?
Solo developer Furkan Sarıhan, who wrote the engine — SDL3, Jolt Physics, procedural grass and cloth-simulated nets — from scratch.