Rocket League Game Overview

Rocket League 101

A competitive Rocket League game will feature two teams of 3 players facing each other to see who can have the higher score before the 5-minute game timer runs out.
For PC, Rocket League is available for download from the Epic Games Client.
The game features full cross-platform compatibility (players on different platforms can party up together) as well as cross-save (transfer player save data & settings across multiple platforms).
Both welcoming to newcomers and exhibiting an extensive learning curve for those passionate about honing their skills, Rocket League is a highly accessible esports title for those who may be unfamiliar with gaming.
To score, players must hit the ball with their cars into the opponent’s net and at the same time, prevent the opponent from hitting the ball into theirs.
If the time reaches zero and the score is tied, overtime will commence which ends only after a team has scored. Also referred to as "Golden Goal".
There are no positions like in typical sports. Offensive and defensive skills are necessary for every competitor and knowledge of "rotations" is essential.
With each individual player controlling their own car, teamwork is an essential component of the game and can be the key to victory.
Players will need to achieve high levels of dexterity, quick thinking, and communication skills in order to keep up with fast-paced gameplay.

Basic mechanics of controlling your car in Rocket League:
- Drive/Reverse
- Jump/Double Jump/Flipping (forward, backward, side)
- Drift/Powerslide
- Boost (extra speed; see below for more details regarding boost)*
- Aerial (using jump + boost to have your car “fly”)
- Air Roll (spinning your car while performing aerial maneuvers)
*Players can pick up “Boost Pads” scattered around the arena in order to fill their boost gauge. The maximum amount of boost a player can carry is 100.
- Using boost will expend the boost gauge until it reaches zero.
- Boost Management is a vital mechanic involving the amount of boost a player is using in certain scenarios (conserve vs. expend).
Combining these various mechanics, players can execute highly technical individual or team plays on both offense and defense.

You will find a guide on how to build a custom match for Rocket League HERE.
View our Console & PC Overview HERE.
View PC Minimum System requirements HERE.