My introduction toRocket Leaguewas suitably chaotic.
A friend had secured beta access, setting up 4v4 matches with six other people across two TVs.
We played for hours.
Between the unlikely goals, great assists, and questionable demolition tactics, I loved every moment.
There isn’t a game that encapsulates the “just one more round” mentality better than Rocket League.
Seven years later, Rocket League remains a winner.
If you fancy trying something more technical, jump up and use that boost for an aerial shot.
Co-ordinating with teammates is key and victory always feels better together.
If there’s anything that explains Rocket League’s longevity this is it.
Back of the net.
Because of its immediacy and easy delight, Rocket League’s fundamentals remain largely untouched since 2015.
Little surprise then that Psyonix formed the Rocket League Championship Series in 2016.
While its esports scene doesn’t compare to, say,League of Legends, RLCS remains strong.
It’s busy too.
But prices to use blueprints vary.
(For context, credits are primarily obtained in set bundles, and 3000 credits comes to 18.75.
Meanwhile, a Rocket Pass costs 1000 credits.)
Monetisation has become more prevalent since going free-to-play, which is both unfortunate and entirely expected.
It’s still quite delicately handled, though.
All these new cosmetic cars, decals, and other items are purely that: cosmetic.
It’s also never railroaded its players into buying these cosmetics, either.
There’s more, but my personal favourite is Heatseeker, which is basically Rocket League Pong.
We’re still getting a regular slate of new cars, too.
Cosmetics alone isn’t enough to entice former players to return.
Of course, none of this diminishes the main experience.
Just note that it may impact how long you hang around.
This isn’t to say Psyonix hasn’t tried.
Maybe a Rocket League 2 in a new engine, similar to Activision’sWarzone 2 approach?
Who can honestly say.
Either way, I’m excited to see what the future brings for Psyonix’s incredible hit.
I’d recommend giving it a go.
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have a Hoops game to inevitably lose.
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