No timer — first to 5 goals wins. The puck speeds up after every goal scored, building pressure as the match intensifies. The escalating speed turns the final goals into frantic, blink-and-you-miss-it moments.
Controls
- Arrow keys or WASD — Move in 8 directions
- Space or Shift (with puck) — Shoot in your facing direction
- Space or Shift (without puck) — Tackle opponent to steal puck
Showdown Differences
- No time limit — play until someone reaches 5 goals
- Escalating speed — puck gets faster with each goal scored
- Standard tackle — 60% success rate (same as Classic)
- No period breaks or side switching
Strategy Tips
- Score early — The first few goals are at normal puck speed. Build a lead before the puck becomes a missile.
- Position defensively at high speed — When the puck is fast, stay between the puck and your goal. Reaction time shrinks.
- Use tackles wisely — Standard 60% success rate. Don't commit to a tackle unless you're sure you're close enough.
- Corner shots at high speed — Fast pucks that hit the corners of the goal are nearly impossible to save.
See Also
Hex Hockey · Blitz · P2P Games