Rocket League

 PlayStation 4
User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2007 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,627 out of 2007
  2. Mixed: 239 out of 2007
  3. Negative: 141 out of 2007
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  1. Vitao
    Jul 8, 2015
    9
    For me Rocket League is the best surprise of 2015! It's one of those games you will play thinking ''meh must be good to spend some time'' but it's much more! The game is very good, fun and addictive, and the only thing that matters in the gameplay is your own skill

    Pros: Very Fun(seriously, never got so excited playing a game) Cheap(Free if you have PS Plus) Good amount of    For me Rocket League is the best surprise of 2015! It's one of those games you will play thinking ''meh must be good to spend some time'' but it's much more! The game is very good, fun and addictive, and the only thing that matters in the gameplay is your own skill

    Pros:
    Very Fun(seriously, never got so excited playing a game)
    Cheap(Free if you have PS Plus)
    Good amount of customization
    Even with high ping you can play it normally
    Even better with friends!(Also splitscreen coop!)
    Developers really care for the game
    Cons:
    Some stability issues
    No gameplay changing factor(some car models should have different stats)    … Expand
  2. nicocabalero
    Jul 9, 2015
    10
    This game blew me away, been gaming since 25 years and this game just brings me way back to what games used to be, simple to learn but hard to master. With a modern touch, nice graphics, fast matchmaking and tons of customizations. It is truly addictive. I highly recommend it even if you don't like cars or football you will like this game :)
  3. lucasmax
    Jul 9, 2015
    10
    Esse jogo é muito bom mesmo, viciante, tem ótimos gráfios, excelente gameplay e tudo mais!!!! hhjhhjtthj hjhthjthjhwhoçhjthntihnnhnhhnthntnhtnhthiwnhnhtth
  4. lexandre2
    Aug 5, 2015
    10
    Very addictive game! It very hard to do anything with the ball at first, but the progression curve is pretty steep. The season (campaign) and exhibition options are good features if you prefer to play offline. Online matchmaking is fast.
  5. ProGamer7
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    Simplistic in design, yet phenomenally well executed as an addictive and incredibly fun sports game. It may be simple and small, but it may well be one of, if not the, best games ever to come to the Playstation 4. If you have not tried this game out yet, I recommend that you do. Once you get used to the mechanics of the game and understand the fundamentals, you will not be disappointed.Simplistic in design, yet phenomenally well executed as an addictive and incredibly fun sports game. It may be simple and small, but it may well be one of, if not the, best games ever to come to the Playstation 4. If you have not tried this game out yet, I recommend that you do. Once you get used to the mechanics of the game and understand the fundamentals, you will not be disappointed. Also, there are tournaments ever week and you can win prizes and money. Buy this as soon as you can, and try out the DLC.… Expand
  6. TheExtremeTroll
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    People who dislike this game, must dislike playing games. I have played this game everyday for the past 3 months and yet have found myself bored. It's amazing how you can play so much, and still want to play some more. Very good and addicting game. Thanks Psyonix.
  7. Keough0
    Jul 9, 2015
    10
    This game is pure fun, I've been waiting for such an entertainment for years, being able to play an almost infinite amount of hours and knowing that the limit are youself so you can improve indefinitely, it's just mind blowing.

    The gameplay is the finest one I've experienced in many many years, and fits perfectly with the personal progress of the player The graphics are very good,    This game is pure fun, I've been waiting for such an entertainment for years, being able to play an almost infinite amount of hours and knowing that the limit are youself so you can improve indefinitely, it's just mind blowing.

    The gameplay is the finest one I've experienced in many many years, and fits perfectly with the personal progress of the player

    The graphics are very good, better than expected to run at solid 60 fps on ps4 and on my GTX 750 ti, they don't move a single fps down

    The multiplayer experience is great, and being able to play up to four players on the same machine is simply amazing.

    All I can say is that this game is a must buy, listed at 19,99$/19,99€ but worth more than most AAAs.

    Finally, I'd like to mention that the dev team makes us (the playerbase) feel like they're really caring about us, they've been commenting everything they've been doing to solve the server problems on the launch, worked 24 hours straight to solve them, further more, they've been answering pretty much every question about anything on the game, if I'm writing this review today, is because they've delivered a product of the finest quality at the lowest price and on the best conditions. The only thing I need to keep playing this for years is that they don't change.

    Happy rocketing    … Expand
  8. RileyCola
    Jul 9, 2015
    10
    Easily one of my favourite games as of right now. From the crisp bright colours to the clean tight controls, everything about this game feels polished (except for their servers right now hehe). wonderful game overall!

    You can tell the developers actually care. Not only is it a great game but its free on PSN+! I can't wait for them to release some kind of DLC so I can actually support them.
  9. CSRadical
    Jul 8, 2015
    7
    If you have PlayStation Plus, this game is a no-brainer, as it's free right now. For everyone else, it's not a must-buy at its $22 asking price (least on Steam).

    The game itself controls relatively well, though with a few bits here and there that break the intense gameplay. The ball spends way too much time hanging in the air, especially when flying up the walls and corners. It also    If you have PlayStation Plus, this game is a no-brainer, as it's free right now. For everyone else, it's not a must-buy at its $22 asking price (least on Steam).

    The game itself controls relatively well, though with a few bits here and there that break the intense gameplay. The ball spends way too much time hanging in the air, especially when flying up the walls and corners. It also doesn't help that the "Ball Cam" is not exactly the most reliable angle to get you into the right position when the ball is high in the air.

    The AI in the game can be pretty brutal at times for those playing offline. Your teammates will often get in your way, they love to hit the ball to the side when you had a straight shot at the goal. They are coin-tosses to how well they play, one minute they make a spectacular save or shot to score a goal, the next they take the ball for the opposing side and direct it all the way into their own net. Would suggest playing on Rookie only when first learning the game, after 2-3 games switch to Pro as you can score way too easily off the center line.

    I can't say much for online just yet, the servers have not been working for me since I got the game today, which is a downer for a game that clearly has potential to have some staying power, perhaps even a small amount of players to create some sort of an e-sports scene. It does have the right mixture of video gaming wrapped in a sports bubble, it can definitely attract attention beyond the typical e-sports crowd that would normally watch Starcraft or LoL/DOTA.

    At this point in time, unless you can get it free off of PS Plus, I'd wait for the game to drop in price a little bit, I can't say I would happily pay $20 for this given its current state. But if you're really interested in a soccer game played with cars instead of human players, this is a very solid effort at creating just that.    … Expand
  10. 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
  11. kipp73
    Jul 10, 2015
    9
    If meth was addicted to crack and booze covered in chocolate while smoking cigarettes, it still wouldnt come close to how addictive this game is! Pure gaming heaven :D
  12. BigRLC
    Jul 7, 2015
    10
    Wow. I played Supersonic Acrobatic Rocket Powered Battle Cars on the ps3, and it was the hidden gem. So glad they made a sequel that is much more popular! The game is one of the most addictive games I have ever played.
  13. Sanctify
    Jul 9, 2015
    10
    Most fun game ever, literally. The multiplayer is where it's at, especially with friends. Do yourself a favor and buy it: it is worth every penny and much more.
  14. eagleeyesm
    Jul 9, 2015
    9
    This game is so smooth and wonderful looking. The visual FX. I downloaded last night and planned on playing one game before I went to bed (it was already late) 18 matches later and I can officially say I am hooked! Great game. Great Visuals. Great Sound. Lots of customization options. OVERALL AMAZING GAME!!
  15. Slashianist
    Jul 9, 2015
    10
    Rocket League is the best game I've played in years. I would've never thought that a car football game would ever become my favourite game. But it did. I love Rocket League and I love Psyonix. Finally a developer that really cares about their game and the community.

    Rocket League has superb gameplay, perfect controls, beautiful graphics, 60 FPS, tons of customization, cross platform    Rocket League is the best game I've played in years. I would've never thought that a car football game would ever become my favourite game. But it did. I love Rocket League and I love Psyonix. Finally a developer that really cares about their game and the community.

    Rocket League has superb gameplay, perfect controls, beautiful graphics, 60 FPS, tons of customization, cross platform play, season mode for offline and even a replay editor. After I played the beta I was ready to buy it, but i got it for free on PS+. It has everything I wanted and more is coming, some of which will be free DLC.

    Yes, it looks like nothing much, football with cars, fun for 5 minutes. But only after you play it yourself and only after you join the amazing community of Rocket League you will find out it's the best game ever.    … Expand
  16. Trancient
    Jul 9, 2015
    10
    Amazing Fun!! After just an hour playing Rocket League, I was hooked. It's the kind of game you can't wait to get home and start a match. Casual but intense, easy to learn but difficult to master, and balls to the wall fun.

    The online matchmaking is great, with seemingly no lag (rare for Western Australia) and the loading times and quick pace means you could play a number of matches    Amazing Fun!! After just an hour playing Rocket League, I was hooked. It's the kind of game you can't wait to get home and start a match. Casual but intense, easy to learn but difficult to master, and balls to the wall fun.

    The online matchmaking is great, with seemingly no lag (rare for Western Australia) and the loading times and quick pace means you could play a number of matches in one short sitting. I love the feeling of knowing you hit the perfect shot, and knowing its your fault if you miss a block. My first goal was an own goal... a few matches later, I scored 3 in a row.

    The game is great as is, with my only complaint being that there is no arena variety. It would have been great to at least include one larger arena for the chaos (4v4) mode. I can't really complain though as the game runs like a dream, has a small file size, gorgeous visuals, and plenty to unlock.. AND IT WAS FREE. So refreshing in today's gaming world. I would have happily paid $50 for the fun I'm having, and will continue to support the developer.

    My biggest hope is that this game really takes off and gets support so we can get a true AAA title that everyone is excited for. The games is great in its simplicity but also has so much room to grow and develop that I'm excited for the day when Rocket League tournaments are widely publicized.

    Don't dismiss Rocket League. It's polished, accessible, and a blast to play.    … Expand
  17. GhengisCon
    Jul 8, 2015
    10
    The most addictive and entertaining game you will play on a ps4. The games are the perfect length and the action is engaging. Easy game to learn but difficult to master - welcoming to beginners but always room to improve your game. Hands down the most all around FUN game available for the console. The bots are more intelligent and challenging than the previous title.
  18. voiders
    Jul 8, 2015
    9
    Very nice game, I hope they will make more itens and customizations.
    The only problem at PS4 is the anti aliasing. The graphics and gameplay are good, the game need a good time playing to the player become a master.
  19. TheVJ
    Jul 13, 2015
    10
    One of the most fun games in a long time. It's very easy to get into it, there's no entry barrier. Just start it up and have fun. At the same time, mastering it is another story. If you just want to have a good time, you won't regret this.
  20. RuckAndMinky
    Jul 8, 2015
    10
    Super addictive and super accessible to new players. The physics based controlling of cars to perform acrobatic stunts in an attempt to out maneuver the opponent and score makes this game super fun to play.
  21. FabulousChicken
    Jul 9, 2015
    10
    Rocket League is the funnest game I have played in a long time, possibly all time. Online is really were this game excels. However, there are still plenty of offline modes. I would highly recommend this game.
  22. RobotFolkSinger
    Jul 9, 2015
    10
    I don't particularly care for soccer or racing, either in real life or in games. Yet I love Rocket League. The game is very simple (hit the ball into the other team's goal, there are no other rules) and the controls are easy to learn. The driving feels good. It's easy to get started but there's plenty of room to improve your skills, you can do some crazy stuff if you're good enough. TheI don't particularly care for soccer or racing, either in real life or in games. Yet I love Rocket League. The game is very simple (hit the ball into the other team's goal, there are no other rules) and the controls are easy to learn. The driving feels good. It's easy to get started but there's plenty of room to improve your skills, you can do some crazy stuff if you're good enough. The game is focused on online multiplayer, but the single player is also well developed (exhibition matches and seasons against bots of adjustable difficulty and number). There's a good amount of customization. The soundtrack is great. And it's free if you're a PS+ subscriber.

    If you have a PS4 or a gaming PC, you should absolutely check this game out.    … Expand
  23. CatzAreForever
    Jul 9, 2015
    10
    "Worst game I ever downloaded. Cannot play online. Baby devs have no idea how to make a game. So many broken promises, no online ranked 3v3 with a team, you can only queue alone. No respect for the customer. 0/10"

    -Allen Talent "The devs are in over their heads. They are trying too hard to be 'good guy dev' and are making too many promise/false advertisements but being drowned in    "Worst game I ever downloaded. Cannot play online. Baby devs have no idea how to make a game. So many broken promises, no online ranked 3v3 with a team, you can only queue alone. No respect for the customer. 0/10"

    -Allen Talent

    "The devs are in over their heads. They are trying too hard to be 'good guy dev' and are making too many promise/false advertisements but being drowned in blinded praise because they respond to reddit posts. This game boasts that it is cross-platform. This is technically true but you can not party up with your friends on the opposite platform. I.E. my friend on PS4 can't play with me on PC, this game is only multiplatform in the sense that you can get randomly matched up with someone playing on the other platform -- wow!"

    -misterbruin

    Look at these little cry babies lol.

    This game is one of the best games I have ever played. You know it has to be good when people this stupid are giving it 0/10. Give it a shot, chances are you will love it.    … Expand
  24. rodericrinehart
    Aug 8, 2015
    10
    I hate soccer and I hate racing/car games (and I'm not even a fan of most multiplayer games) BUT THIS IS ONE OF THE FUNNEST GAMES EVER. Exquisite controls, incredible enjoyment, ridiculous replayability. They have a masterpiece on their hands.
  25. JRG
    Aug 17, 2015
    10
    This game is basically perfect. Great graphics, surprisingly deep gameplay, strong developer support and generosity and tons of action. Play couch coop, online or exhibitions versus the AI. They're all fun as hell
  26. MediaFreak
    Mar 22, 2018
    0
    Good game if you've got a friend to play with, but toxic if you're on your own. Either spend 10 to 15 minutes getting rammed and insulted by your team mate or leave early and get a 5 minute ban. Alternatively play unranked where zero match making exists and you'll spend the majority of the game playing with bots. It'll be a great game when they start banning the people ruining it insteadGood game if you've got a friend to play with, but toxic if you're on your own. Either spend 10 to 15 minutes getting rammed and insulted by your team mate or leave early and get a 5 minute ban. Alternatively play unranked where zero match making exists and you'll spend the majority of the game playing with bots. It'll be a great game when they start banning the people ruining it instead of those trying to enjoy it.

    You can even just hold down accelerate and change channel, you get banned for that too. The devs want you to be as miserable as possible for as long as possible.

    If your a parent, for the love of god dont let your parents play such a toxic environment. If they insist, I woul strongly advise turning chat off.    … Expand
  27. SigmaSebas
    Jul 9, 2015
    10
    Excelente juego, recomendado para toda la gente que le gusta el fútbol, la velocidad, y la adrenalina. Incluso si no te gustan esas cosas, PODRÍA gustarte el juego. Hasta mi familia se quedó viendo mis partidas en Rocket League ajaj.
  28. startainfection
    Jul 8, 2015
    9
    This is what video games are supposed to be. Fun, creative and simple yet ridiculous. The only complaints i have are that there is no drifting, no split screen and the AI is bad with own-goals. The gameplay is something that is very reminiscent of the first 2 twisted metal games back on ps1. No wonder sweet tooth makes a cameo.
  29. elgroxo
    Jul 9, 2015
    10
    Now this is how you make a good game, awesome and smooth game play, equally performing cars, every dlc map will be free, and constant dev support. They well deserve the good rating,
  30. Patrick478
    Jul 8, 2015
    10
    Genuinely the most fun I've had in a long long time. The gameplay is simple but fantastic, it's a very well executed game that has already delivered hours of enjoyment, and it'll only get better as more people join the online community.
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#23 Best PS4 Game of 2015
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#13 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2015
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#47 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2015

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Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 50 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 47 out of 50
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 50
  3. Negative: 0 out of 50
  1. Sporting News
    Mar 2, 2016
    100
    It's a blast to play and it only gets better as skills improve over time and as the competition ramps up. It's a game that everyone, whether they’re big into sports video games or just can’t seem to get into them, will really enjoy.
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  2. Brash Games
    Jan 3, 2016
    80
    I have no problem saying that this is the best and most original sports game I have played since at least FIFA 12. It mixes all the best elements of sports and online multiplayer games into one in an affordable and seamless experience that looks awesome in YouTube videos as well.
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  3. PSX Extreme
    Dec 22, 2015
    90
    Rocket League is an extremely well designed and presented game, a veritable feast for the senses at times, and an undeniably addictive experience.
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