What changed in Rocket League® in 2026
51 updates · 2 main milestones · Jan 22, 2026 to Mar 11, 2026
- 10 eventsFree Login Reward for Season 22new content
Login anytime during Season 22 to receive a free Player Title.
SteamNew Rocket Pass for Season 22new contentMilestoneThe Season 22 Rocket Pass features the BMW M2 Racing, Zefira, and Maven Car Bodies, all using the Dominus hitbox.
SteamRLCS Shop Refreshnew content19 new Goal Explosions added to the RLCS Shop, featuring teams from RLCS 2026.
SteamRanked Rewards for Previous Season Grantedbalance changeSeason 21 Ranked Rewards will be granted based on the highest-earned rank tier during Season 21.
SteamSupport for Multiple Limited Time EventsgameplayPlayers can now participate in several concurrent Limited Time Events, each with unique challenges and rewards.
SteamBuilt Different Challenges Introducednew contentEarn a Player Title and Drops by completing challenges inspired by the latest gameplay updates.
SteamSeason 22 Stage 1 Challenges Livenew contentSteamNews Panel Updateui uxThe News Panel now shows multiple news items at once, improving visibility around game updates and events.
SteamNew Weekly Cash Cups in Tournamentsnew contentEarn Cash and Tournament Credits by participating in new weekly tournaments hosted by Repeat.gg.
SteamRanked Updates for Season 22gameplaySnowday remains in Ranked rotation, Ranked Dropshot returns, 4v4 (Quads) leaves Ranked, and 2v2 Ranked Heatseeker joins.
Steam - 19 eventsDeep Space Trail Visibility Issue Fixedbug fix
Fixed an issue where the Deep Space Trail did not consistently appear during goal replays.
SteamFixed Obstruction in Beckwith Park Arenabug fixFixed an issue where the cage on Beckwith Park Arena’s variants obstructed player view.
SteamRumble Power-Up Timing Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where a Rumble power-up could be granted too early after getting demolished.
SteamBoost Timer Visualizationnew contentLarge boost pads now display a visual recharge indicator that refills over 10 seconds.
SteamMcLaren P1 Decal Color Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where applying certain Decals caused the rear panel of the McLaren P1 to appear white.
SteamVisible Matchmaking Rating (MMR)new contentPlayers can now choose to display their MMR in Competitive Playlists and on the scoreboard.
SteamRemoved Obscuring Graffiti in The Blockbug fixRemoved unintended graffiti that obscured visibility of the net in The Block (Hoops).
SteamNintendo Switch DLC Updatedlc releaseDLC purchased on Nintendo Switch is now available on other platforms if accounts are connected to Epic.
SteamPlaylist Population Numbersnew contentPlaylist Population is once again visible in the Play Menu, showing total player population and playlist-specific population.
SteamMagnifique Car Body Trim Color Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the Magnifique Car Body Trim color would override selected paint colors and finishes.
SteamDuplicate Messages in Notification Feedbug fixFixed an issue where the in-match notification feed displayed duplicate messages during a demolition.
SteamPlay Again Button Issue on Nintendo Switchbug fixFixed an issue where the Play Again button would occasionally not appear in the Post-Match Menu after a Competitive match.
SteamOverride Boost Audio Optionnew contentPlayers can set the default Boost sound to any Boost they have equipped, affecting only in-match audio.
SteamCustom Training Settings Updatenew contentNew adjustable randomization options in Custom Training for more dynamic scenarios.
SteamFlip Reset Indicatornew contentNew audio and visual cue for when a player achieves a flip reset, visible to the player and spectators during replays.
SteamGravity Bomb Goal Explosion Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the Gravity Bomb Goal Explosion would demolish cars.
SteamCustom Tournaments Creation Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue that could prevent Custom Tournaments from being created.
SteamQueue Menu Changesui uxUpdated menu while searching for a match to support gameplay-focused activities.
Steam - 3 eventsUnlimited Challenge for XPgameplay
An unlimited Challenge awards 20,000 XP each time until February 16.
SteamGoalentines Gifts and Challengesnew contentEarn Goalentines Gifts and complete challenges for items like Cupid’s Bullseye Goal Explosion and Teddy Bear Topper.
SteamGoalentines Event Launchseasonal eventParticipate in the limited-time Goalentines event to earn in-game rewards until February 16.
Steam - 16 eventsImproved Resolution in Docked Modeperformance
Resolution locked at 1080p, 60 FPS in docked mode.
SteamNintendo Switch 2 Rendering EnhancementsperformanceVisual and performance improvements for Rocket League on Nintendo Switch 2.
SteamVisual Quality Upgrades on Nintendo Switch 2visualsIncreased world detail, higher texture quality, and improved lighting effects.
SteamHologlass Goal Explosion Audio Fixbug fixFixed sound effects for Hologlass Goal Explosion cutting off during gameplay.
SteamChanoir Octane Decal Override Fixbug fixFixed issue where Chanoir Octane Decal could override Car Body’s painted trim.
SteamBMW M4 GT3 Evo Engine Audio Fixbug fixFixed louder than intended engine audio for BMW M4 GT3 Evo.
SteamDynamic Resolution in Handheld ModeperformanceTargets 1080p at 60 FPS, reduces resolution as needed for smooth gameplay.
SteamFixed Taillight Brightness Issuebug fixTaillight brightness now consistent across multiple Car Bodies.
SteamPatty Wagon Engine Audio Fixbug fixFixed incorrect engine audio for Patty Wagon Car Body during gameplay.
SteamCartman’s Crash Out LTE Eventseasonal eventMilestoneLimited-time event from January 22 to February 5 with new Certified Toppers and Cheesy Poofs Octane Decal.
SteamFennec ZR-F Decal Stretch Fixbug fixFixed stretched appearance of RLCS ’25 and RLCS ’26 Decals on Fennec ZR-F Car Body.
SteamChampions Field Updatenew contentBanners added for the 2025 RLCS champions in the Champions Field Arena.
SteamChampions Field Visual Distortion Fixbug fixFixed distorted visuals on large screens in Champions Field.
SteamSkip New Player Tutorialquality of lifePlayers who completed the tutorial won't be forced to replay it on a new platform (excluding Xbox).
Steam - 3 eventsCartman’s Crash Out Eventseasonal event
Complete Challenges to unlock South Park Toppers and an animated Cheesy Poofs Octane Decal.
SteamStampede + South Park Bundlenew contentNew bundle in the Shop featuring the Stampede Car Body and five Decals based on South Park characters.
SteamSouth Park Toppersnew contentNew Toppers for Cartman, Stan, Kyle, Kenny, and Butters with unique stat tracking.
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