- Rocket League is a fast-paced esports video game that combines sports and racing to indulge you in a thrilling soccer match.
- Players can team up against each other for an action-packed football combat using sports cars and a giant ball.
- The game earns its charm through its exciting gameplay, plenty of customization options, colorful game design, and a perfect mix of strategy and teamwork.
Rocket League is my first choice whenever I am in the mood for competitive gaming with my friends. This fun multiplayer game keeps me on the edge of my seat throughout the match.
What Is Rocket League?
Developed by Psyonix, Rocket League is a “vehicular soccer game” launched in 2015. The game can be run on various platforms. It falls in the category of E-Sports gaming, which refers to video games that allow real-time organized multiplayer competitions against other players and teams (Hedlund et al., 2021).
The game is made for kids and adults alike since there is no violence or bloodshed—just pure fun and thrill. I believe this is one of the reasons why the game is doing well even nine years after its initial release. People keep coming back to it for fun and enjoyment.
Transition To Free-To-Play Model
Rocket League was initially available on Steam for Windows, but in July 2020, Psyonix announced that the game would be acquired by Epic Games.
Consequently, unlike Steam, which required purchasing the game, it became free to play on the Epic Store. Players who had already experienced the game before the announcement received the Legacy status reward, which included access to some premium features.
After going free, Rocket League broke the previous records and hit a new milestone of 1 million concurrent players in September 2020. Hence, the transition proved a success for the developers.
However, one major issue Rocket League players face is bad servers. It is a consistent problem; the game would crash or start lagging mid-match. Sometimes, the matchmaking would take an eternity to proceed. Many people even took it to X to express their frustration with this issue.
These server issues are getting out of hand 🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️
You’d feel sick to your stomach…
(Credit: @knsmoonster)
pic.twitter.com/2uxsUHQtNM— Rocket League News (@RLRecon) July 13, 2024
Another problem with online matchmaking is its unfair placement. The game matches you with opponents far above your skill level, putting you at an automatic disadvantage. The good news is that the developers acknowledged this concern and are working to resolve it to make the game equally competitive.
📢 As part of ongoing efforts to improve Competitive matchmaking for everyone and prevent some forms of smurfing, we're improving how we calculate skill for the initial placement matches in Competitive for players active across multiple modes and playlists.
More info:…
— Rocket League (@RocketLeague) June 14, 2024
Sports And Racing – A Winning Formula
Rocket League remains my go-to pick for cousin gaming nights. The adrenaline rush of scoring a goal, the heart-pounding anxiety when the opposing team is on the verge of scoring, and the triumphant cheers after a win all come together to create the perfect recipe for entertainment.
Since it is possible to customize most aspects of the game, including the time limit, we can pick the desired time for the game session so a match does not become boring or redundant. I prefer the 5-minute sessions as they are not too lengthy, and the tight limit adds to the competitive nature of the match.
To further evidence the game’s popularity, the Rocket League World Championship 2024 was a hit, garnering a peak viewership of 426,833 and 7,404,062 hours watched, according to Esports Charts. Although the overall numbers declined compared to 2023, it is still fascinating considering the fact that the game is fairly old.
All in all, Rocket League has the sheer essence of enjoyment that can lift stress after a tiring day. Remember, focus and strategy are two crucial skills for this game. So, practice until you get a good hold of the game mechanics, and eventually, you will move up the tier list.
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