Rocket League®

Kickoff Spawn Advantage launched on August 4, 2026, granting the team down a player a more favorable position during kickoffs. This update also introduced the ability to play Snow Day and Rumble Free Play maps as Soccar, enhancing gameplay options. Alongside these changes, the update addressed numerous bugs and performance issues, significantly improving the overall experience.

• Gameplay Changes:

  • Kickoff Spawn Advantage adjusted for teams down a player.
  • Snow Day and Rumble Free Play maps can now be played as Soccar.

• UI/UX Improvements:

  • Anonymized Player Vanity Items are now hidden for anonymized players.
  • Streamer Mode was enhanced with a Recent Players tab for those using the mode.
  • Xbox Rich Presence details received improvements.

• Performance Enhancements:

  • Reduced occurrences of 'Error 71' in Ranked Doubles.
  • Decreased the crash rate on Nintendo Switch.

• Network Feature:

  • Stats API WebSocket Support was added, allowing commands to be issued to the game.

• Visual Adjustments:

  • Improved rendering on consoles.
  • Adjusted lighting on the Futura Main Menu.

• Quality of Life Change:

  • Post Party support was removed, streamlining the post-game experience.

• Significant Bug Fixes:

  • Fixed a launch issue preventing players from starting the game after an update.
  • Resolved multiple crashes on PS5 and Nintendo Switch.
  • Fixed various HUD and replay issues, ensuring smoother gameplay and accurate displays.

The Nintendo Switch DLC Update launched on March 10, 2026, allowing players to access DLC purchased on Nintendo Switch across other platforms if their accounts are connected to Epic. Additionally, Season 22 brought a new Rocket Pass on March 11, featuring the BMW M2 Racing, Zefira, and Maven Car Bodies.

• New Rocket Passes:
  • Season 22 introduced the BMW M2 Racing, Zefira, and Maven car bodies.
  • Season 21 featured the Corlay, Magnifique, and Magnifique GXT car bodies.
• New Arenas:
  • Parc de Paris Arena launched on December 10, 2025, celebrating iconic French landmarks.
  • United Futura debuted with Season 23 on June 10, 2026.
• Gameplay Updates:
  • Ranked updates for Season 22 included the addition of 2v2 Ranked Heatseeker and changes to playlist rotations.
  • A new audio and visual cue for achieving a flip reset was introduced on March 10, 2026.
• Limited Time Modes:
  • The Up to No Good LTM featured unique scoring rules and launched on October 14, 2025.
  • SunlessKhan's Demolition Duel LTM went live on July 16, 2025, with players detonating on contact with the ball.
• Seasonal Events:
  • The 2025 Summer Road Trip event celebrated Rocket League's 10th anniversary from July 22 to August 4, 2025.
  • The Haunted Hallows event returned from October 14 to November 1, 2025, featuring new challenges and rewards.

Season 19 launched on June 18, 2025, celebrating Rocket League's 10th Anniversary with new features including the DFH Stadium (10th Anniversary) Arena variant and the adidas FC Clash event. Season 18 introduced the Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack and Azura Car Bodies while bringing a host of new gameplay modes and rewards.

• New Seasons:

  • Season 18 went live on March 14, 2025, featuring the Futura Garden Arena and new Rocket Pass vehicle Shokunin.
  • Season 17 launched on December 4, 2024, introducing the Neo Tokyo (Arcade) Arena and new competitive rewards.
  • Season 16 debuted on September 4, 2024, with the Drift Woods Arena and BMW 1 Series Car Body.

• Limited-Time Events:

  • The adidas FC Clash event ran from June 18 to July 9, 2025, featuring challenges based on adidas Elite football clubs.
  • The Rocket League x Hatsune Miku event took place from January 29 to February 11, 2025, offering themed challenges and items.
  • Frosty Fest returned from December 10 to 31, 2024, with new challenges and rewards.

• New Game Modes and Features:

  • The Pizza Party mode launched on April 22, 2025, where players used grappling hooks to push a pizza puck.
  • A new match history feature allowed players to view their last 20 matches starting on October 22, 2024.
  • The Clubs feature received a significant overhaul on June 18, 2025, enhancing social interaction and competitive play.

• Gameplay Changes:

  • A soft rank reset occurred in Competitive Playlists on June 18, 2025.
  • Center of mass adjustments were made for various car bodies on April 22, 2025, improving gameplay balance.

• Competitive Rewards:

  • Season 18 rewards included various wheels based on rank, while Season 19 introduced new tournament rewards like Genie’s Lamp Topper.

Bundesliga Content launched on August 9, 2023, introducing themed items such as Fennec Decals and Player Anthems. More recently, Season 15 debuted on June 5, 2024, bringing the Nissan Fairlady Z car body, new arena variants, and a fresh Rocket Pass. This season also featured the launch of various Limited Time Modes and a host of new customization options.

• New Content:

  • Nissan Fairlady Z: New car body introduced in Season 15.
  • Salty Shores (Salty Fest): New arena variant launched on June 5, 2024.
  • Season 15 Rocket Pass: Available with new items and challenges.
  • Limited Time Modes: Various modes added for private matches, including G-Force Frenzy.
  • New Fully Customizable Car Bodies: Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4, Lamborghini Huracán STO, and McLaren 570S became fully customizable.

• Gameplay Updates:

  • Competitive Rank System Update: Adjustments made to better reflect player skill levels on June 14, 2024.
  • Removal of Player-to-Player Trading: This feature was removed on December 5, 2023, to align with Epic's policies.
  • Combined Competitive Playlists: All competitive playlists were integrated into a single card for easier access.

• Seasonal Events:

  • Festival of Football: Launched on June 19, 2024, featuring adidas-themed items and challenges.
  • Mandalorian Mayhem Event: Held from February 7 to February 21, 2024, with themed challenges and items.

• Balance Changes:

  • Competitive Snow Day: This mode replaced Competitive Dropshot for Season 15.

• New Customization Options:

  • Players gained new base decals and customization features for various car bodies, enhancing personalization.

Season 10 launched on March 6, 2023, introducing the Volkswagen Golf GTI along with a new Rocket Pass. This update marked a significant milestone for Rocket League, accompanied by the release of the Transformers Bundle featuring themed items and the Bumblebee car on June 13, 2023. Additionally, the game celebrated its 8th birthday with the Birthday Ball event from June 28 to July 12, offering special challenges and rewards.

• New Vehicles: Season 10 introduced the Volkswagen Golf GTI, while Season 11 featured the Nissan Silvia. The Transformers Bundle also included the iconic Bumblebee car.
  • New Arenas: The new arena 'Estadio Vida' became available in Season 11, alongside the 'Sovereign Heights' arena introduced in Season 8.
• Rocket Pass Updates: Season 10 and Season 11 launched new Rocket Passes, with Season 11 featuring rewards like the Smoketrail Trail and Glitterati Wheels.
• Limited-Time Modes: Various limited-time modes were introduced, including Super Cube and Beach Ball from June 28 to July 12, and the Nike FC Cup Competition where players could earn rewards for scoring points.
• Seasonal Events: The Drive Days event launched from April 26 to May 10, while the Neon Nights event celebrated music and featured Cochise's tracks from January 25 to February 1.
• Balance Changes: A soft reset was applied to Competitive Playlists for both Season 10 and Season 11, along with updates to Tournament Credits conversion.

Rocket League® celebrated its seventh anniversary with the launch of Season 7 on June 15, 2022, featuring the new car 'Maestro' and a fresh Rocket Pass. This update included the introduction of Knockout mode, a significant gameplay addition, alongside various new bundles and content updates throughout the year.

• New Content:

  • Season 7 Rocket Pass launched with the new car 'Maestro'.
  • Knockout mode debuted on April 21, introducing new mechanics and arenas.
  • Nissan Z Performance Bundle released on May 19, featuring the Nissan Z and related items.
  • Ecto-1 Bundle released on November 11, including the iconic vehicle and new decals.

• Gameplay Changes:

  • Voice chat was reintroduced on May 9, allowing players to communicate during matches.
  • Custom training received updates on June 14, including new controls and progress tracking.
  • Season 7 Competitive Play began with a soft reset on June 15.

• DLC Releases:

  • The 2022 Formula 1® Fan Pass launched on April 28, unlocking a newly designed F1® car.
  • The Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 Bundle released on March 30, featuring the car and exclusive items.
  • The 2022 NASCAR Fan Pass launched on April 20, introducing Next Gen cars.

• Seasonal Events:

  • The Neon Nights event launched on January 26, featuring challenges and GRIMES-themed items.
  • Frosty Fest returned on December 16, offering winter-themed items and LTMs.

• Balance Changes:

  • Improvements to player behavior tracking were implemented on June 14 to address in-game griefing.
  • Matchmaking penalties for players quitting casual games early were introduced on August 10.

Season 3 launched on April 6, 2021, bringing significant updates to Rocket League, including a new Rocket Pass and a redesigned DFH Stadium (Circuit). The Formula 1® Fan Pack and NASCAR 2021 Fan Pack also debuted, adding new cars and customization options for fans of motorsport.

• New Content:

  • Season 3 Update introduced a new Rocket Pass featuring the Tyranno car and 70+ tiers of items.
  • Tactical Rumble LTM launched on June 3, allowing players to select from various power-ups during matches.
  • NFL Super Bowl LV Celebration Event included the new Gridiron game mode and themed challenges on February 2.
  • Llama-Rama Event returned from March 25 to April 9, featuring themed items and challenges.

• Gameplay Changes:

  • Trade In System Overhaul introduced a dedicated Garage section for managing trades with new eligibility rules on April 6.
  • Redesigned Tournaments System launched on September 16, streamlining competitive play with new matchmaking rules.
  • Player Trading Eligibility Changes adjusted requirements based on account XP levels.

• Balance Adjustments:

  • Competitive MMR thresholds were modified on April 7 to address player distribution in ranks.
  • Rumble rank adjustments were made to increase the difficulty for higher ranks.

• Seasonal Events:

  • The Lucky Lanterns event celebrated the Lunar New Year with themed items and challenges starting February 11.
  • Frosty Fest returned on December 14, featuring seasonal challenges and limited-time modes.

Rocket Pass 5 launched on December 4, 2019, introducing 70 tiers of new items and challenges, alongside the introduction of Blueprints, which replaced Crates, allowing players to craft items for Credits. Other significant updates included the launch of the Heatseeker Limited Time Mode in April 2020, offering a unique 3v3 gameplay experience where the ball seeks the opposing net.

• New Modes: The Heatseeker Mode debuted on April 16, 2020, providing an engaging 3v3 gameplay twist. The Boomer Ball and Beach Ball modes also returned, enhancing casual play options.
• Competitive Updates: Competitive Season 14 rewards revealed new Player Banners and Avatar Borders, while Competitive Season 13 and Season 14 both featured soft resets, recalibrating player ranks.
• Item Shop and Esports: The Item Shop launched on December 4, 2019, allowing players to purchase specific items directly. The Esports Shop also expanded, featuring new items supporting teams like eUnited and Pittsburgh Knights.
• Anniversary Events: The Fifth Anniversary Celebration Event kicked off on June 15, 2020, with themed items and Limited Time Modes, celebrating the game's ongoing success.
• Gameplay Enhancements: The update introduced TRUE cross-platform play, allowing players to connect regardless of their platform, alongside improvements to bump and demolition detection based on community feedback.

Ghostbusters Ecto-1 Car Pack Released on June 10, 2019, marked a significant content drop in Rocket League's fourth year, alongside the introduction of the Spike Rush game mode on July 1. The year also saw the launch of Rocket Pass 3, bringing new challenges and items to enhance player progression.

• New Game Modes: Spike Rush, a 3v3 mode where players use the Spike power-up, launched on July 1, 2019. Ghost Hunt was introduced as part of the Radical Summer event, allowing players to capture a ghostly ball with proton stream power-ups.
  • Limited-Time Modes: The Radical Summer event featured new game modes like Beach Ball and Ghost Hunt, which added variety to gameplay.
• DLC Releases: The Ghostbusters Ecto-1 Car Pack included themed items such as the Ecto-1 Battle-Car and Slimer Topper. The MLB Fan Pack introduced baseball-themed gear, while the Totally Awesome Crate launched on June 27, offering new customization options.
• Rocket Pass 3: Launched on April 17, 2019, Rocket Pass 3 introduced a new challenge system and rewards, including the Guardian Battle-Car and additional weekly challenges for faster tier progression.
• Cross-Platform Enhancements: The RocketID system was introduced, allowing players to connect with friends across platforms, and a Cross-Platform Friends List was added to enhance social features.
• Seasonal Events: The Radical Summer event celebrated '80s culture with themed items and limited-time game modes, while the Anniversary Event from July 9 to July 23 featured exclusive items and a nostalgic Throwback Stadium.

DC Super Heroes DLC Pack launched on March 5, 2018, introducing iconic vehicles and customization items from the DC universe. Alongside this major content, the new Tournaments System allowed players to create and join in-game tournaments with rank restrictions, significantly enhancing competitive play. The Rocket Pass System also debuted, offering a new progression method with both free and premium tracks.

• DLC Release: The DC Super Heroes DLC Pack included new Batmobiles and customization items for popular characters like Batman and Superman.
• New Content: The Tournaments System enabled players to organize and participate in tournaments, while the Rocket Pass introduced both free and premium progression tracks.
  • Pro Tiers for premium users offered additional rewards after completing regular tiers.
  • A new Salty Shores Arena was added as a permanent venue for online matches.
• Gameplay Changes: The XP System Overhaul removed the level cap of 75 and rebalanced the leveling curve, making it easier for players to progress.
  • New XP mechanics introduced bonuses for match completion and consecutive games.
• Seasonal Events: The Spring Fever Event launched on March 19, featuring new items and a special crate, while the RLCS Season 5 Premiere included new fan rewards and competitive play.
• Balance Changes: Adjustments to the Champion rank skill ceiling aimed to clamp skills between Diamond 3 and Champion 1, addressing matchmaking consistency.

Fate of the Furious DLC launched on April 5, 2017, introducing Dom Toretto’s Dodge Ice Charger as a new Battle-Car, along with exclusive wheels and decals. This period also saw the introduction of the Dropshot game mode, a dynamic new gameplay style featuring breakable floors and an electrified ball in a hexagonal arena.

• New Modes: The Dropshot game mode launched on March 22, 2017, providing a fresh competitive experience. The Rumble mode was introduced earlier, adding unique power-ups to matches.
• New Content: The Rick and Morty customization items were added on July 5, 2017, enhancing player personalization with new antennas, toppers, and wheels. The Champions Field arena became available on the same day, expanding the competitive map pool.
• Training Features: The Custom Training feature allowed players to create and share training sequences, enhancing skill development and community engagement.
• Competitive Changes: A new Season Reward Level system was introduced on July 1, 2017, allowing players to earn rewards based on wins rather than matchmaking rank. The Competitive Season 4 began with updated skill tiers, improving matchmaking dynamics.
• Seasonal Events: The RLCS Season 3 World Championship took place from June 2-4, 2017, featuring top teams competing for a $150,000 prize pool, alongside the introduction of player accolades for exceptional performances.

Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice Car Pack DLC launched on March 8, 2016, introducing the Batmobile and exclusive antenna flags for players. This period also saw the release of Neo Tokyo Arena on June 20, 2016, a visually striking addition that enhanced the game's competitive landscape. Additionally, cross-network play became available between Xbox One and Steam, expanding the multiplayer experience.

• Major DLC Releases:

  • Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice Car Pack on March 8, 2016
  • Chaos Run DLC Pack on December 1, 2015
  • Revenge of the Battle-Cars DLC Pack on October 13, 2015

• New Content:

  • Neo Tokyo Arena launched on June 20, 2016
  • DeLorean Time Machine Battle-Car became available on October 21, 2015
  • Utopia Coliseum Arena added on August 12, 2015

• New Systems/Mechanics:

  • Cross-network play between Xbox One and Steam launched on May 24, 2016
  • Introduction of the Trade-In System on June 6, 2016, allowing players to exchange duplicate items for rarer ones
  • Free Hoops Mode introduced on April 2, 2016, bringing a basketball twist to gameplay

• Balance & Gameplay Changes:

  • Full skill rating wipe for competitive playlists occurred on May 27, 2016, resetting all players' ranks
  • Adjustments to vehicle hitboxes were made on April 14, 2016, to enhance gameplay balance

• Seasonal Events:

  • The Winter Games event launched on December 17, 2015, featuring a new hockey-inspired mutator mode
  • Ranked Season 1 officially began on September 10, 2015, resetting leaderboards and introducing competitive play