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Lead a ragtag hockey team through a branching roguelite campaign, building synergies and using arcade skills in frantic matches.
Released 03 May 2023
Build Team Synergies
Bribe the Referees
Upgrade Between Runs
Tape to Tape is a roguelite hockey game where every choice matters on your journey to build the best hockey team. Choose your path, hire unique players, discover synergies between them, pick unique abilities, bribe the referees or visit the Blademaster on your way to restore hockey's former glory.
Developed by Excellent Rectangle · Published by Excellent Rectangle









As the newly appointed captain, guide a ragtag hockey team on a campaign to restore hockey’s former glory. Choose a route through a mysterious land and assemble a roster from distinctive players.
Play fast-paced arcade hockey by passing, shooting, checking opponents, and using player abilities. Puck physics create rebounds and deflections, while player traits and team synergies shape how your lineup performs.
Build your team between matches with new abilities and upgrades, and make choices about where to go and what to improve. Losses can lead to permanent upgrades between runs. Play solo or with friends in local multiplayer or through Steam Remote Play; native online multiplayer is not included.
Players often enjoy Tape to Tape as fast, accessible arcade hockey with a nostalgic feel, while the roguelite campaign adds upgrades and changing challenges to matches. Reviews also praise the goofy abilities and the fun of playing with friends. Some players, however, find the AI and goalie behavior frustrating or unfair, and others wish for native online multiplayer.
Explore a gorgeous roguelite hockey world where every choice matters on your journey to restore hockey to its former glory. Hire unique players, manage your benchwarmers, discover synergies between them, choose new abilities, bribe the referees, visit the Blademaster for upgrades and a lot more.
Take charge of a ragtag group of hockey players in a roguelite journey across a mysterious land. As the newly appointed captain, every choice matters on your path to discover the secret of hockey's last bastion. Hire superstars, utilize the synergy found between players, and harness ruthless abilities, all in favor of crafting an unbeatable team.
Easier said than done, as the ultimate dream team doesn’t appear out of thin air. Use losses as an opportunity to visit the mighty Blademaster in between runs and permanently upgrade your hero for the battles ahead. When the Center is still flubbing every single face-off, there’s no shame in lining the ref’s pockets with some sweet “maple syrup.”
Combining modern precision with fast-paced 90s-inspired action, Tape to Tape offers a unique experience in the form of a simcade hockey experience. Bone-crushing body checks and stellar saves will keep players shaking in their skates, but mastering the dynamic puck physics system will secure the victory. Players and goalies will react to the puck bouncing off sticks and ricocheting off faces creating organic and emergent battles on the ice. Thankfully, there is no penalty when a tooth is lost.
A deep Roguelite campaign featuring countless powerups, events, boss battles and unique players
Create and customize your teams and players with power-ups, artifacts, and personalized color options
Over 40 different teams, each with unique synergies and colorful players
Local, couch and Steam Remote Play multiplayer for up to 10 players
Innovative goaltenders that react organically to any shot, deflected puck or rebound -goals never feel unfair
A unique co-op campaign delivering a roguelite experience like no other
Challenge your friends in Tournament, Play now or Shootout modes or play the Campaign cooperatively
A unique gorgeous blend of hand-drawn 2D sprites and animations in a 3D environment
Note: Tape to Tape does not feature native online multiplayer. However, you can still play with friends remotely using Steam Remote Play Together or third-party services such as Parsec.
Experience the Roguelite Campaign at its best in co-op. Team up with friends to conquer the campaign, debate every power-up choice, and embrace the glorious chaos that makes each run unforgettable.
You can also jump into Play Now mode, where up to 10 players can face off locally. With a wide variety of teams, deep gameplay, and countless power-ups, every match feels chaotic, competitive, and endlessly replayable.
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Achievements | 18 |
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| Controller support | PlayStation, Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
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