Rocket League

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  1. Covertg
    Jul 10, 2015
    10
    Most fun game of the year, easily.

    It's my GOTY above Witcher, Ark, or anything else. The replayability (it's easy to pick up but quite difficult to truly master), the fact it really does replicate the chaos of what an actual indoor soccer game feels like (something no other sports game has truly done with their sport choice). Best $20 I've spent on a game in a couple years. Gets even    Most fun game of the year, easily.

    It's my GOTY above Witcher, Ark, or anything else. The replayability (it's easy to pick up but quite difficult to truly master), the fact it really does replicate the chaos of what an actual indoor soccer game feels like (something no other sports game has truly done with their sport choice). Best $20 I've spent on a game in a couple years. Gets even more fun with friends, even with server issues I don't care, the product is too fun.

    Oh, and a word to the wise: Just because you can hit it, doesn't mean you should! (just like RL soccer)    … Expand
  2. crackuh
    Nov 17, 2015
    10
    First and foremost, RL is pure fun from the moment you pick it up just due to its fast pace and physics. It seems easy on the surface - just drive around and hit the ball. But underneath there's a layer of complexity that takes time and skill to master. Before you know it you'll be driving up the walls and launching yourself into the air with rocket boost. You don't have to be a soccerFirst and foremost, RL is pure fun from the moment you pick it up just due to its fast pace and physics. It seems easy on the surface - just drive around and hit the ball. But underneath there's a layer of complexity that takes time and skill to master. Before you know it you'll be driving up the walls and launching yourself into the air with rocket boost. You don't have to be a soccer or sports fan to enjoy this game - it's for everyone!… Expand
  3. Letiste-Gaming
    May 29, 2016
    8
    Pese a haberle costado encontrar un hueco en el mercado, Psyonix lo ha hecho y por la puerta grande. Nos ha deleitado con un título frenético, viciante y entretenidísimo.
    El juego más divertido del año probablemente. Y al que la empresa le sigue dando soporte y han anunciado muchos planes y contenido para él.
  4. BigBlueFish
    Jul 20, 2018
    10
    This is probably the best multiplayer game out right now. This is a skill based game, and it's refreshing to see such a game achieve this level of popularity. However, I have a hard time recommending this to casual players. The game has a steep difficulty curve, so be warned. This is a great game.
  5. DoggioReviews
    Dec 10, 2020
    10
    Rocket League is one of the biggest games of 2020. The story is amazing the graphics are amazing the guns are amazing and most of all this game is amazing. This is a single-player story-based game you play as Jakob Harrison. You go on an adventure of self-discovery and revenge. Jackson Pig Breath killed your friend Theodore and you being Jack Robinson have to go and find Jackson and killRocket League is one of the biggest games of 2020. The story is amazing the graphics are amazing the guns are amazing and most of all this game is amazing. This is a single-player story-based game you play as Jakob Harrison. You go on an adventure of self-discovery and revenge. Jackson Pig Breath killed your friend Theodore and you being Jack Robinson have to go and find Jackson and kill him.
    This is one of the best RPG experiences with lots of character building and RPG elements. This game is a fantastic game to add to the vast genre of open-world puzzle games. Gamefreak did a great job with this one and I am looking forward to their new games.    … Expand
  6. Motoritz
    Feb 5, 2022
    8
    Simplicity at its best, something new and super fun! Lacks some variety though...
  7. Sky123
    Jun 20, 2017
    8
    The game is fun, there is nothing boring. I only care about single player so in that perspective there is a season you can play with variety of different free cars and in many different arenas, controls are simple but require some time getting use to. Graphics are good, music is excellent. And the AI can give you tough time in match.
  8. Zavrii
    Jul 9, 2015
    10
    The game is very addicting and fun. Learning to master air shots and other maneuvers keeps the game challenging and fresh. Offline modes are fun and challenging on all star difficulty, the training modes are definitely helpful as well.

    There has been some server issues because of the super high demand for the game but that is to be expected when a online game gets so much hype.    The game is very addicting and fun. Learning to master air shots and other maneuvers keeps the game challenging and fresh. Offline modes are fun and challenging on all star difficulty, the training modes are definitely helpful as well.

    There has been some server issues because of the super high demand for the game but that is to be expected when a online game gets so much hype.

    Definitely worth the 20 dollars.    … Expand
  9. StuPot197
    Jul 10, 2015
    10
    Rocket League aka Supersonic Acrobatic Rocket Powered Battle Cars 2 (SARPBC 2) is essentially a really good re-make of the first SARPBC which was my "go to" game for around 5 years!!!! They have kept true to their original design concept = Awesome.

    I would say it is essentially the same game but with improvements across the board. The graphics are more detailed, the Physics and realism    Rocket League aka Supersonic Acrobatic Rocket Powered Battle Cars 2 (SARPBC 2) is essentially a really good re-make of the first SARPBC which was my "go to" game for around 5 years!!!! They have kept true to their original design concept = Awesome.

    I would say it is essentially the same game but with improvements across the board. The graphics are more detailed, the Physics and realism of the game play are true to the original. The Arena's are all similar in shape to the most popular pitch in SARPBC (Urban) but they do vary in weather conditions and have both day & night play. I have heard they are developing additional Arena's of different shapes which is cool.

    The matchmaking system wants to match you to similar skilled players, whereas in the original you could be matched against the best players and get spanked :( or against noobs and spank them = boring.
    So now with similar skilled players there is always the competitive edge that makes you want to do better and have "JUST ONE MORE GAME !!!!"

    There were several different cars in SARPBC with only 4 different paint jobs for each car. Now there are a staggering amount of customisations available from different wheel trims to HATS and even more cars to choose from !!!! So you can have the coolest looking car on the pitch.

    Offline mode previously allowed you some skills training to learn the ropes and this is much the same now with Rocket League. However now you can try your skills against the bots in either Exhibition maps or Season Mode. Having completed 2 seasons (9 weeks & 18 weeks) it is very compelling and challenging. Yes the Bots make silly mistakes but in my experience playing SARPBC so do a lot of players. With the overwhelming success of Rocket League I feel confident that Pysonix will be improving Bot skills making it even more challenging.

    Overall I'm very impressed with Rocket League. In SARPBC it took me a couple of games to grips with the basics, several hours to get to a decent level and having played at least 10 hours a week for 5 years of SARPBC I was still learning how to score that FreeStyle Aerial Goal!!!

    I'm very much looking forward to developing my skills in Rocket League. BRING IT ON !!!!!    … Expand
  10. Thefly
    Jul 7, 2015
    10
    You have to play this game. Srsly. You can't judge it by just watching the screenshots or even videos, you have to FEEL it. The game is mad fun, gaming at its best.

    And it's surprisingly deep too. It's easy to pick up, but to _really_ mastering it, it will keep you busy for a long time.

    And the devs are the best.
  11. PrettyOkGuy
    Sep 28, 2015
    9
    It's pretty ok (Pun Intended(Looks At Username))
    fun to play mostly with friends but it's also highly playable by yourself if you don't have anyone to play with.
    graphics are amazing and i love to play this with my mates.
    10/10 - Me - "it's like FIFA but with cars and without sexism and better in every way"
  12. XandWacky
    Jul 21, 2015
    10
    This game is better than FIFA, which means it does better than an EA Sports title. That's all you need to know when deciding whether or not to purcahse this.
  13. Incredipede
    Jul 7, 2015
    10
    You have a stadium. You have a battle-car. You have a ball. You have simple controls. Does that mean the game is simple? Yes! Does that mean the game is easy, boring or that it sucks? No, definitely not!

    General Features: Rocket League features several modes, as example an online mode at which you can play ranked and unranked games, varying between 1 vs. 1, 2 vs. 2, 3 vs. 3 and 4 vs. 4.    You have a stadium. You have a battle-car. You have a ball. You have simple controls. Does that mean the game is simple? Yes! Does that mean the game is easy, boring or that it sucks? No, definitely not!

    General Features: Rocket League features several modes, as example an online mode at which you can play ranked and unranked games, varying between 1 vs. 1, 2 vs. 2, 3 vs. 3 and 4 vs. 4. Of course, you can also play with your friends at home via. local co-op because it's one of the games which has a splitscreen mechanism for up to 4 players - true old-school gaming! It also features several offline modes, such as exhibition matches against bots or season mode against bots. And of course, it also features a tutorial and a training mode which both are well made.

    Gameplay: Rocket League is incredibly balanced. Ever battle-car has the same speed, the same maneuverability and the same jump height. The only thing which is slightly different between the battle-cars is the hitbox, but you probably won't notice that the hitbox is different at all. The general gameplay is very fast, very fun and very addictive. The controls are simple, but mastering the cars and the battle-car is difficult. The bots are playing surprisingly good, there's a high possibility that you will lose your first games against the bots.

    Customization possibilities: Players are able to customize their battle-car by unlocking items which are gained by completing an online or offline match. This includes changing the body, decal (skin), paint, wheels, rocket trail, topper (hat) and antenna of the battle-car. In total, there are more than 150 customization items unlockable, which means that there are millions of different customizations possible

    My conclusion: Rocket League is incredibly fun. Rocket League is incredibly addictive. Rocket League is incredibly competitive. If I would have to compare the gameplay to another game, I would only be able to choose Supersonic Acrobatic Rocket-Powered Battle-Cars, which is the prequel to Rocket League, made by the same developer. I strongly recommend to buy this game even if you don't like sports games as Rocket League feels way different compared to FIFA or PES. In my opinion Rocket League is definitely worth the money.    … Expand
  14. Sammyy06
    Jul 8, 2015
    10
    This game is all about FUN. In my opinion, console gaming is about having fun playing a game with some friends on a couch. This game is exactly that ! It's so addictive and fun to play, the online and the offline !! A must try for everyone !!
  15. Che_Cosa
    Jul 7, 2015
    10
    At a glance, the game seems completely bland in concept. An indie soccer game with cars? I thought nothing of it, but signed up for the beta anyways. After playing, I couldn't get enough. The game is one of the most fun games I've played in a long time. It's easy to understand the basics, but will take a lot of time to get genuinely good at the game. The full game is better than IAt a glance, the game seems completely bland in concept. An indie soccer game with cars? I thought nothing of it, but signed up for the beta anyways. After playing, I couldn't get enough. The game is one of the most fun games I've played in a long time. It's easy to understand the basics, but will take a lot of time to get genuinely good at the game. The full game is better than I imagined, with the new season mode being equally addictive. The game just feels really well put together, and DLC is done the way it should be: free, with continued dev support to boot. Definitely worth a try before you knock it… Expand
  16. jonlyons
    Jul 20, 2015
    10
    Made a metacritic account just to review this game. One of the best multiplayer games Ive ever played, I got some friends into it and we have been playing non stop. Full of adrenaline rushes and competitive fun, this game is insanely addicting. My sleep has suffered because I cant put down the controller and get to bed on time. I cant remember the last time I had a split screen experienceMade a metacritic account just to review this game. One of the best multiplayer games Ive ever played, I got some friends into it and we have been playing non stop. Full of adrenaline rushes and competitive fun, this game is insanely addicting. My sleep has suffered because I cant put down the controller and get to bed on time. I cant remember the last time I had a split screen experience like this. Throwing it back to the old days for sure. Get some controllers and invite some friends over and make a team, I guarantee you'll have a blast.

    The game play is great, you get to combine your driving/racing game skills with your sports game skills, which are two very old concepts in gaming, but psyonix has combined them for a completely new and original experience. In terms of options, you can play online vs other players, (1 v 1, 2 v 2, 3 v3 ,or 4 v4), or locally with friends. You can also play vs people online with your team set up locally split screen. There is single player, you can do a "season", but its essentially just an exhibition vs bots over and over. Most people will just be playing online 3 v 3 over and over. but thats really all you need!

    The only knock on the game so far, which has been well documented, is the server issues. But I really havent had too much of an issue with it, a few laggy games here and there, but no real trouble finding a game.

    If you are here reading the reviews, that means youre at least semi interested, you should just go play the game already. 20 bucks very very well spent    … Expand
  17. Macgyverrox
    Aug 4, 2015
    10
    This game is so amazing... It's graphics are really nice, the gameplay? It is insane, all plays possibilities, you can't even imagine if you did not play it seriously... Just take a look at the pro players at youtube... The content is huge too, they are going to add asian/south american servers, and the game updated in less than a month and it is going to update again, with tons of new carThis game is so amazing... It's graphics are really nice, the gameplay? It is insane, all plays possibilities, you can't even imagine if you did not play it seriously... Just take a look at the pro players at youtube... The content is huge too, they are going to add asian/south american servers, and the game updated in less than a month and it is going to update again, with tons of new car add on, trophies etc. 10/10… Expand
  18. SuperHyperST
    Jan 24, 2016
    9
    Lets see:The concept works awesome with the game,i like how you move your car in the air and how you can climb,the only con of the gameplay is the ball cam,that is important.Graphics are AWESOME.The music althrough not memorable is one of the best.and the customizable gameplay makes it worth the money.i give this game a 9.5/10
  19. schoeffner
    Dec 1, 2016
    10
    Worth the hype. All my friends play it so I thought I will try it too. Its as simple as getting the ball into the net. For some one who has loved cars and ball games for as long as I can remember this is perfect. It reminds me of the days when I we were all playing Trackmania. No regrets 10/10
  20. Gohenko
    Nov 27, 2015
    8
    Rocket League is a very fun and enjoyable game, even if it is somewhat lacking in variety. Much more exciting than "normal" football, and a lot more tense. Controls are easy to learn but hard to master, allowing more skilled players to shine above others. Matches are short and can seem quite hectic, but a team with proper tactics will still be in a better position to win than a team thatRocket League is a very fun and enjoyable game, even if it is somewhat lacking in variety. Much more exciting than "normal" football, and a lot more tense. Controls are easy to learn but hard to master, allowing more skilled players to shine above others. Matches are short and can seem quite hectic, but a team with proper tactics will still be in a better position to win than a team that doesn't work together. Could easily see this becoming a proper eSports game somewhere along the line.… Expand
  21. TimeSnake
    Aug 23, 2016
    8
    You can tell quite well that this game is based off of a version of football(soccer) playing using small cars to push a big ball around and into the goal. There are seasonal gamemodes that shake things up as well as a "Rocket Labs" gamemode that turns the game into something completely different. There is a competitive mode that is ranked and places you against players with similar skillYou can tell quite well that this game is based off of a version of football(soccer) playing using small cars to push a big ball around and into the goal. There are seasonal gamemodes that shake things up as well as a "Rocket Labs" gamemode that turns the game into something completely different. There is a competitive mode that is ranked and places you against players with similar skill levels, this works out pretty well due to the very high skill ceiling this game has in comparison to other sports games. Game can become repetitive if played repeatedly.… Expand
  22. 4Tifier
    Nov 15, 2015
    8
    This game is exceptionally fun and has incredible potential as a competitive eSports title! Its even better when you play with friends and you all have mics or some way of communication!

    The only thing I would change is how the ranked match system works. They should instead have calibration games and have people start off on in their appropriate league instead of having everyone start    This game is exceptionally fun and has incredible potential as a competitive eSports title! Its even better when you play with friends and you all have mics or some way of communication!

    The only thing I would change is how the ranked match system works. They should instead have calibration games and have people start off on in their appropriate league instead of having everyone start at the bottom and get paired up with randoms.    … Expand
  23. alain9331
    Apr 17, 2016
    10
    JUEGAZO como la copa de un pino. El juego salió en verano de 2015 y yo lo descubrí a finales de ese año, en diciembre. A día de hoy, 18 de abril de 2016 ya me ha dado más de 125 horas de pura diversión. Un rendimiento fenomenal, personalización amplia y válido para todos los públicos. Sistema de búsqueda de partidos por habilidad, lo que hace que no sea frustrarte, pero a la vez desafianteJUEGAZO como la copa de un pino. El juego salió en verano de 2015 y yo lo descubrí a finales de ese año, en diciembre. A día de hoy, 18 de abril de 2016 ya me ha dado más de 125 horas de pura diversión. Un rendimiento fenomenal, personalización amplia y válido para todos los públicos. Sistema de búsqueda de partidos por habilidad, lo que hace que no sea frustrarte, pero a la vez desafiante ya que te incita a mejorar en cada partido.

    Lo puedes encontrar por menos de 10€ si buscas bien así que solo puedo decir que si te gustan los videojuegos, este es una compra obligada.

    10/10    … Expand
  24. Naxinima
    May 30, 2016
    10
    Rocket league is here to stay. It's the best game of the year by far beating all the AAA titles around him. The price it has is ridiculous for the hours will give you.
  25. VTL
    Nov 20, 2019
    10
    Llevo 2000 horas a esto... es un juego que con amigos es simplemente perfecto, extremadamente dificil de dominar, pero grenialmente facil de jugar. Es brutal no hay mas. un 10 solo por lo que me ha dado y por 25€.......
  26. chocobito
    Dec 6, 2016
    10
    This game is just awesome Supersonic Acrobatic Rocket-Powered Battle-Cars + updates= rocket league

    Bought it like 1 month ago already have 270 hours of game Pros +variety of free cars +try your luck with crates +do trading +lots of things to unlock +rlcs= rocket league championship series +make your own professional team just putting in your name something like g2 ++play with    This game is just awesome Supersonic Acrobatic Rocket-Powered Battle-Cars + updates= rocket league

    Bought it like 1 month ago already have 270 hours of game

    Pros
    +variety of free cars
    +try your luck with crates
    +do trading
    +lots of things to unlock
    +rlcs= rocket league championship series
    +make your own professional team just putting in your name something like g2
    ++play with friends
    +reasonable cost for its fun
    +keeps updating
    +lots of cars to get by paying
    +lots of arenas
    +lots of gamemodes
    +mutator settings for private matches
    +team settings for private matches
    +lots of things you can get by crates
    +crates are free
    +easy to learn hard to master
    Contras
    -keys to open crates are paid
    -aquadome is very laggy

    summary to all this: buy it    … Expand
  27. Erashor
    Mar 27, 2019
    10
    Now, I often give video games quite high praise. But I've got to be honest here. This is a perfect, well-balanced game if I've ever played one. With the perfect amount of competition and improvement within the game is absolutely flawless. It's all about how you want to play. And with that, the game allows you to and follows you through that journey. Although others give this a low ratingNow, I often give video games quite high praise. But I've got to be honest here. This is a perfect, well-balanced game if I've ever played one. With the perfect amount of competition and improvement within the game is absolutely flawless. It's all about how you want to play. And with that, the game allows you to and follows you through that journey. Although others give this a low rating because of toxic players and hacked accounts, that's their fault and others' fault. Don't listen to the toxicity, because Rocket League really has a great community. The developers genuinely care about their players. My account got hacked by a website called www.rocket-reality.com, and I messaged Devin on Reddit, and he was super nice about it, and really helped me out. This is a fantastic game, and I recommend it to anyone to likes to play with friends, or just wants to have a good time, because I can guarantee it: you will.… Expand
  28. hectorcontreras
    Jul 29, 2015
    9
    It's funny! And Addictive! And more funny! Soccer + Cars with simplified mechanics. It's difficult to develop a game in this way and become a good one. And the developers are updating it each week with improvements
  29. DatVaseline
    Jul 26, 2015
    10
    When i first heard of this game, I thought "its just soccer with cars how fun can it be?"
    Well it turns out this game gave me the most fun ive had playing any video game in a long time.
  30. omar_uav
    Jul 29, 2015
    10
    this game is so WOW its such a good game and you can play both ps4 with pc and i really liked the game its amazing game and I recommend people to buy it..
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#18 Best PC Game of 2015
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#15 Most Discussed PC Game of 2015
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#45 Most Shared PC Game of 2015

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Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. CD-Action
    Sep 18, 2015
    80
    Do you remember “Top Gear” episodes in which football matches were played using hatchbacks? The same idea is the cornerstone of Rocket League – one of those jewels that do not care for bells and whistles (though it does look great) and Kevin Spacey in the credits, instead focusing on squeezing every last drop of fun out of a simple concept. [09/2015, p.60]
  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Sep 15, 2015
    80
    Rocket League is very original and finessed multiplayer arcade game that revolves around football with cars. If you like the exciting explosive games, you can’t choose better. [Issue#255]
  3. PC PowerPlay
    Sep 9, 2015
    100
    Fast, stupid and thoroughly enjoyable - Rocket League will eat your life five minutes at a time. [Sept 2015, p.55]
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