Rocket League

 PlayStation 4
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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. brockcheese
    Jul 18, 2021
    9
    this is a very polished game that promises exactly what it delivers. It is soccer with cars. What's not to love. With an impressive amount of customization and near perfect controls this is an excellent online game.
  2. electriclight41
    Mar 4, 2019
    10
    I've been playing this game for three and a half years now and it still draws me back almost daily. The gameplay is fluid, easy to learn but difficult to master. It's one of the few online multiplayer games where I don't get overly frustrated. This is probably due to the excellent matchmaking. The developers are also awesome, giving the fans frequent updates and free stuff. This is one ofI've been playing this game for three and a half years now and it still draws me back almost daily. The gameplay is fluid, easy to learn but difficult to master. It's one of the few online multiplayer games where I don't get overly frustrated. This is probably due to the excellent matchmaking. The developers are also awesome, giving the fans frequent updates and free stuff. This is one of the only games where I paid money for microtransactions and I've done so gladly to support them. My one and only gripe with the game is that I wish you could buy items straight up and not waste your money gambling on a box that has a 1% chance of giving you something you'll actually like. But other than that, awesome game.… Expand
  3. vrildox
    Jul 22, 2015
    10
    I just want to say that Meta should remove reviews based off of things like the servers being down. Every negative review of this game sites an issue like that. This game is perfect based on the sum of it's parts. We live in an age where games get released sometimes a little bit earlier than they should be but that's what updates are for. When I log into PSN and it's down for maintenanceI just want to say that Meta should remove reviews based off of things like the servers being down. Every negative review of this game sites an issue like that. This game is perfect based on the sum of it's parts. We live in an age where games get released sometimes a little bit earlier than they should be but that's what updates are for. When I log into PSN and it's down for maintenance than I use that as a reason to play my One or my Wii U. If the servers in RL are down then I play an AR challenge in Arkham Knight. These are not things that should inspire a person to log into Metacritic and bash someone's hard work. The devs obviously put a lot of care into the making of this game, but they weren't anticipating it being one of the major hits of 2015. That being said they couldn't have dreamed that the servers would get the traffic that they did. Obviously they could've been "better safe than sorry" and made sure they could handle the traffic but even then it doesn't always work out for everyone. My time with this game so far has been some of the most fun I've ever had in a game. This is the Mario Kart killer right here and I **** love Mario Kart 8.… Expand
  4. chr1so
    Jan 20, 2018
    10
    I've had a good think about this and I think this may be my favourite game of all time, on any system. I mean, I've had it over 2 years now and I'm still addicted to it, as are my mates who I play it with. Everyone's seen it by now so no point breaking down the score.
  5. FogCityRoller
    Nov 25, 2015
    10
    I'm going to revise my launch review from a 9 to a 10. My main quibble back in July was that the AI was terrible, because I was sort of expecting solo play along the lines of Tecmo Super Bowl or something, and that was a bit presumptuous and misguided. Yes, the AI is garbage, but who cares? This might just be the most fun and addictive multiplayer game of the year, and probably the last XI'm going to revise my launch review from a 9 to a 10. My main quibble back in July was that the AI was terrible, because I was sort of expecting solo play along the lines of Tecmo Super Bowl or something, and that was a bit presumptuous and misguided. Yes, the AI is garbage, but who cares? This might just be the most fun and addictive multiplayer game of the year, and probably the last X years.

    I can get burnt out on it and take two weeks off, then come back and spend another week's worth of free time playing the hell out of it. Even better, aside from DLC stuff (which is completely optional and not required by any means) there is no need to put more money in the game and still get full enjoyment out of it. It's actually depressing how that is a highlight in this age of gaming, but there ya go.

    More recently they launched a new series of game modes, with some taken from the first battle cars game, that really added a sufficient amount of variety to the game and is heavily utilized by the player base. The only downside is the mode is completely random. I'm not a big fan of the low gravity mode but the big ball and cube ball modes are insanely fun.

    Yes the player base has dropped quite a bit. You won't see 50K players online at low peak times anymore and sometimes you can wait 5 minutes late at night (PST) for a 4v4 game with only 150+ players hanging out in that lobby, but going on six months of life there's still no shortage of games and no game modes that are abandoned. Probably the only downside of Rocket League is being a west coast US nocturnal player (9pm-4am PST), which unfortunately I am.

    This is easily the best $20 you will ever spend. When it goes on sale, it's an absolute steal.    … Expand
  6. lelefoxx00
    Aug 31, 2015
    10
    Such a fun game! Love the customization you can do to your car as well. I'm still shocked it was free for a month. It's definitely a game I would pay money for.
  7. fusion_13
    Jul 26, 2015
    8
    Soccer and Cars, some of my most favorite things in the world, and rocket league combines them brilliantly. This game is pure fun, it looks great, plays great and am so glad they put in split screen. What is a bummer is that the servers are really laggy and you there could have been some more modes or some sort of penalty shoot out if a game ends up a draw. There is also a heap ofSoccer and Cars, some of my most favorite things in the world, and rocket league combines them brilliantly. This game is pure fun, it looks great, plays great and am so glad they put in split screen. What is a bummer is that the servers are really laggy and you there could have been some more modes or some sort of penalty shoot out if a game ends up a draw. There is also a heap of customization which i love.… Expand
  8. DeusXCom
    Nov 14, 2016
    9
    Even for people like me who don't normally play sports, or racing games, this is a perfect combination of both. Football with little cars basically, but it's just FUN. Pure joy from the most important thing in games - the actual gameplay. It's fluid, well-produced, still entertaining even after months of playing... I love Rocket League. 9/10
  9. alexthepie
    Jul 13, 2015
    9
    in a month where this is on offer for free back to back with driveclub it brought home to me just why i liked video games in the 1st place 1st i played drive club for 10 mins it looked beautiful, realistic and is all very serious and ultimately boring.

    then i almost had to force myself to start playing this, sounded like a rubbish freebee but once i did i simply couldn't put it down its    in a month where this is on offer for free back to back with driveclub it brought home to me just why i liked video games in the 1st place 1st i played drive club for 10 mins it looked beautiful, realistic and is all very serious and ultimately boring.

    then i almost had to force myself to start playing this, sounded like a rubbish freebee but once i did i simply couldn't put it down its stupid fun, unrealistic and cartoony looking, but yet very polished its phenomenally addictive and competitive in short everything great games used to be before everyone was bothered about fps and resolution.

    as they used to say on ps2 : fun anyone?    … Expand
  10. Fra-k
    Jan 13, 2016
    8
    A great, quick and addictive arcade esport.
    Easy to understand, incredibly tough to master.
    Cars + rockets + soccer = FUN

    A must, with a low price (0 for who had psplus some month ago, still a good price for new players.)
    8/10
  11. ITZZZPERRY
    Jul 15, 2015
    8
    Rocket League is a fun game to play with friends. My best friend described it best: "an emotional rollercoaster at every turn." It's a game with depth and longevity, which will save its sometimes shallow gameplay.
  12. oDjento
    Aug 24, 2015
    8
    A exceedingly fun game with a great amount of customization. The game could use a few more games modes instead of just the one but it till serves to be fun enough. I have had connection issues online on the PS4 but not on the PC version. Worth a pick up but more content should be added so it doesn't become stale soon.
  13. rodrego
    Jul 21, 2015
    9
    I am a massive fan of the original on PS3 and I was not disappointed by Rocket League in the slightest. Rocket League has moved away from the gimmicky side of SARPBC and is more about the sport side, which is fine by me but I'd like to see some DLC in the future that tips the cap to some of the crazy arenas we saw in SARPBC. I do like the new season mode which is very enjoyable and is aI am a massive fan of the original on PS3 and I was not disappointed by Rocket League in the slightest. Rocket League has moved away from the gimmicky side of SARPBC and is more about the sport side, which is fine by me but I'd like to see some DLC in the future that tips the cap to some of the crazy arenas we saw in SARPBC. I do like the new season mode which is very enjoyable and is a good way to hone your skills.

    In short I really do like Rocket League and it has the potential to be even bigger and better with some quality DLC.    … Expand
  14. marcio_extreme
    Jul 20, 2015
    10
    this game is amazing, incredible, very, very fun.impossible not to have fun.
    the multiplayer is unstable, easy to find a quick match, the customization is good, forming teams works well, and perfect gameplay, the physical work very realistically, especially the ball
  15. Karimchii
    Jul 21, 2015
    9
    I'm going to be honest here and say that I thought this game would be crap, but considering it was free on PS+ I thought that I might as well give it a try and boy am I glad I did. Its just so addictive, after you get the hang of the controls you fall in love with the game. Will definitely buy the sequel if it comes out
  16. pongkrit03
    Jan 23, 2016
    9
    I never thought that I myself would be addicted to a small game such as this. Despite its simplicity, Rocket League has an enormous enjoyment. Like many said, it is easy to learn but takes time to master. Once you got hook, you will just want to play more and more. This is the first game that made my fingers hurt (because I was too tense + playing nonstop for 6 hours)

    Anyway, I have to    I never thought that I myself would be addicted to a small game such as this. Despite its simplicity, Rocket League has an enormous enjoyment. Like many said, it is easy to learn but takes time to master. Once you got hook, you will just want to play more and more. This is the first game that made my fingers hurt (because I was too tense + playing nonstop for 6 hours)

    Anyway, I have to warn you that the game still has bad issue, that is the lagging. I never had lagging issue with other games but it keep happening for this game. I don't know why. I heard that if you use wireless, you may have this issue. It is frustrating. I hope the devs will fix this soon.    … Expand
  17. Chidawg66
    Mar 16, 2016
    9
    I wish I thought of this game... it's pure genius. The game is easy to play and hard to master. It takes a lot of skill and practice and if you have buddies who also play, the matches are really fun and challenging. The aesthetics are also very nice and people can definitely have their own style on their cars.
  18. JoshLuck1995
    Jul 20, 2015
    9
    The best PS plus game so far, i really love this game, it may look a bit silly on the face of it but its very competetive and can get very tense. Its free on PS Plus you have no reason to not download it
  19. ToFewViews
    Jul 23, 2015
    9
    At first glance Rocket League may look like Soccer,Hockey and RC Cars had a Video Game child but once you play even one round you realize how balanced,competive and additively fun the game is. All vehicles have the same speed/handling and the only thing really setting them apart is there hit boxes, witch can make a big different with a game build around physics, The physics in the game areAt first glance Rocket League may look like Soccer,Hockey and RC Cars had a Video Game child but once you play even one round you realize how balanced,competive and additively fun the game is. All vehicles have the same speed/handling and the only thing really setting them apart is there hit boxes, witch can make a big different with a game build around physics, The physics in the game are great you feel like you accomplish something when you send your car flying through the air using rocket boosts or launch the ball from your net to theirs.The ridiculousness of Rocket League is what makes it so fun, so many split second discussions and mistakes happen within seconds of each other in online matches and some become hilariously funny to watch unfold. There is also a Season mode witch is closer to a story mode type mode you'd find in FIFA or NHL games, but is great for practicing and getting the hang of this one of a kind game. The addition on Split Screen is also amazing, far to many games now a days are leaving out that option all together and Rocket League gives you the option to play with 4 people on one screen. Rocket League has 2v2s, 3v3s,4v4s and even 1v1s to play around in, 4v4s feel very hectic but are extremely fun, where the 2v2/3v3 feel bit more serious and playable 1v1 is fun for you and a friend but can feel quite slow at times. Anyone with a PS4 with PlayStation Plus NEEDS to download this game seeing it's free for the month of July it's something you will not regret and even if your on PC the $20 price tag isn't to bad for a game this additively fun… Expand
  20. Buccelus
    Aug 5, 2015
    10
    This game is massive fun. It's fast pace action, skill requiring and brings a nice tutorial and well programmed AI which help to improve your game very fast.
    There are 3 different ranked modes, 4 normal game modes, each mode is a different amount of players. 1 vs 1, 2 vs 2... a.s.o.
    I found 1 vs 1 or 2 vs 2 to be the "easiest" mode because I am quite skilled by now and in 3 vs 3 or 4 vs    This game is massive fun. It's fast pace action, skill requiring and brings a nice tutorial and well programmed AI which help to improve your game very fast.
    There are 3 different ranked modes, 4 normal game modes, each mode is a different amount of players. 1 vs 1, 2 vs 2... a.s.o.
    I found 1 vs 1 or 2 vs 2 to be the "easiest" mode because I am quite skilled by now and in 3 vs 3 or 4 vs 4 matches a lot of times, your own team mates are your worst enemies, by "crossing" the ball in front of your own goal and things alike. Servers, need to be mentioned, are pretty stable and games are found quickly in typical gaming hours (not 06:40 am).

    What makes this game feel so great? The outstanding atmosphere is to be mentioned first, nice stadiums in day/afternoon/night light, customizable cars and car types which differ each but are perfectly balanced in strengths and weaknesses. Also while the game is UNREALISTIC, it's PLAUSIBLE. The way, the ball is moving after impact is predictable. Even though you hit the ball with a CAR it's more plausible than some strikes in FIFA. Props to the devs for that.

    I recommend playing with a game pad, although you can play it with a regular keyboard. Steering on a gamepad feels very precisely and compact.    … Expand
  21. Mattcha
    Jul 24, 2015
    10
    Its impossible to play this game without a constant smile on your face. Easy to pick up and play the first time, but difficult to master. Best PS+ game I've ever got.
  22. shatti
    Apr 20, 2019
    10
    has it irritating issues, but this game is the rock n roll of gaming, so good soo fun so addictive and challenging and rewarding, and it's super simple but purely skill based
  23. Funch
    Jul 20, 2015
    10
    The game is great and really entertaining! You can jump REALLY high with your car, it is so cool! There is no wizards, orcs, elfs or any other anoying things, so you are definatly able to focus on hitting the ball with your car. I could go on for hours. It is actually a little funny that this game make some others overpriced expansion games look like rabbit potatos. It is simple but fun.
  24. Kaprawiec
    Dec 10, 2015
    8
    This is one hell of a fun game. Everybody who says indie titles are crap should give it a try.
    It could be a bit more diversified - I would love some power-ups or even weapons. Maybe some grease spots or something. Also the ball sometimes acts really unnaturaly (it hits the corner and hangs in ther for god knows how long), and the camera is actually not really helping to see what is    This is one hell of a fun game. Everybody who says indie titles are crap should give it a try.
    It could be a bit more diversified - I would love some power-ups or even weapons. Maybe some grease spots or something. Also the ball sometimes acts really unnaturaly (it hits the corner and hangs in ther for god knows how long), and the camera is actually not really helping to see what is actually going on.
    Anyway this is really great game, strongly recommended.    … Expand
  25. Koalachief
    Jul 26, 2015
    10
    I think that' the game I was waiting for. It is just simple fun, just like good old games :)
    I will not write a lot about this game, because there is no disadvantages, for real. It is no some kind of Dark Souls, where you are dying every second and shouting: "The Best game ever! So hard!".
  26. Visualdarter
    Sep 19, 2016
    10
    Incredible game. What's not to love. Fast paced football meets racer. Controls are great, great co-op, great multiplayer and the trophies are easy to pick up if you are a trophy hunter. You'll pick up most trophies after a week of intense playing without even realising. And you won't realise because you'll just be having so much fun. If you have a PS4 buy this game
  27. Coolikethat123
    Jul 12, 2015
    9
    With 3 seconds left on the clock, my team-mate Heater launches the ball into the center of the field. Palms sweaty, I press circle to line up for the tie-braking execution of the enemy team. I launch the ball in the air. It passes by all my opponents. The ball travels straight towards the net. Suddenly my 2nd team-mate, Stinger, blocks my shot with a bullet hit. Stinger hits the ball soWith 3 seconds left on the clock, my team-mate Heater launches the ball into the center of the field. Palms sweaty, I press circle to line up for the tie-braking execution of the enemy team. I launch the ball in the air. It passes by all my opponents. The ball travels straight towards the net. Suddenly my 2nd team-mate, Stinger, blocks my shot with a bullet hit. Stinger hits the ball so hard, it lands down in our own net. We lose 3-2.

    9.5/10 would still choose Stinger for next season match    … Expand
  28. Helios777
    Aug 18, 2015
    8
    Very addictive experience. By far one of the most fun games the PS4 has to offer. The only problem is that sometimes the online servers do not function that well.
  29. Dukemang
    Feb 13, 2016
    9
    I think the one word I could use to describe this game is that it's just plain awesome. I am not a huge fan of soccer (football), but when you mix it with rockets attached to cars, you get something unique and fun. I can't tell you how many times I've played this with my buddies late at night or simply starting a single player season and hopefully making it to the championship game. I sayI think the one word I could use to describe this game is that it's just plain awesome. I am not a huge fan of soccer (football), but when you mix it with rockets attached to cars, you get something unique and fun. I can't tell you how many times I've played this with my buddies late at night or simply starting a single player season and hopefully making it to the championship game. I say that anyone should purchase this game because it's something that isn't too hard to get used to playing and everyone plays fairly all the time.… Expand
  30. Tsubaki
    Aug 8, 2015
    9
    Rocket league is an amazing game for the ps4/pc if you like fun online this game is for you if you hate online this game might be a bit boring

    PROS
    - great online
    - lots of fun
    - easy to win trophies

    CONS
    - Boring single player mode

    overall 9.4/10
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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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