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. 00Liteyear
    Jul 25, 2015
    10
    It really brings out the competitive spirit. If you don't get a goal right, it makes you try harder. When you see people getting goals while flying, it makes you want to soar too. If you're tired of the yearly FIFA, this will rejuvenate your soccer interest.
  2. xDaudex
    Jul 24, 2015
    8
    Pros:
    A game about pure fun
    Makes sports fun
    Robust ranking system

    Cons:
    Skill curve can be sharp
    Since the game is competitive it attracts horrible people
    Voice chat can be annoying
  3. NinjaLandGameYT
    Jul 24, 2015
    10
    Rocket League - Finally getting respect they deserve
    + Solid mechanics
    + Solid game-play + Solid Multi-player + Free DLC coming + Online is fast, gets you in a match quickly +/- Needs more variety of stadiums and Balls like Rocket Powered Battle cars on PS3 - might be DLC, without this it starts to wear down only a tiny bit after extended play - Lucky bounces! Funny though    Rocket League - Finally getting respect they deserve
    + Solid mechanics
    + Solid game-play
    + Solid Multi-player
    + Free DLC coming
    + Online is fast, gets you in a match quickly

    +/- Needs more variety of stadiums and Balls like Rocket Powered Battle cars on PS3 - might be DLC, without this it starts to wear down only a tiny bit after extended play
    - Lucky bounces! Funny though

    Overall - Great game with friends and online. Great fun. Easy to learn, tough to master. Crazy plays and fun set ups. If more variety comes free in DLC, the game will continue longer.    … Expand
  4. BomBax
    Jul 24, 2015
    9
    This game is so much fun. just a simple idea which was hyped up by many twitch streamers. the game is very addictive which doesn't get boring. however i gave this a 9 because it could have more game modes for the future.
  5. 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.
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. ilijazunic55
    Jul 22, 2015
    9
    Fun little game that can give you hours and hours of fun with friends or strangers. Wouldn't give it a 10, because that is little bit too much for it. 9 from me.
  9. 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
  10. Jarhead335
    Jul 21, 2015
    9
    A surprisingly complex sports game with mechanics that are easy to acclimate to, but hard to master. No sports game, including FIFA, NBA 2K, whatever, has equaled to me the thrill of nailing a desperate, last-minute goal in Rocket League. Hands down one of the best sports games I've ever played. Single-player is a blast, with intelligent AI supporting you as teammates and foiling you asA surprisingly complex sports game with mechanics that are easy to acclimate to, but hard to master. No sports game, including FIFA, NBA 2K, whatever, has equaled to me the thrill of nailing a desperate, last-minute goal in Rocket League. Hands down one of the best sports games I've ever played. Single-player is a blast, with intelligent AI supporting you as teammates and foiling you as foes. Coupled with local co-op and hats (!!), this game will appeal to hardcore fanatics with ambitions of going pro and couch-surfers who want an engaging afternoon with friends. Stellar soundtracks and glitzy neon-lit arenas round out the experience. It's such a joy to play that at the end of every frenzied game you'll be left saying time and time again, "Just one more round."… Expand
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. MrJun
    Jul 20, 2015
    9
    Rocket League blends soccer and racing games together, and it plays incredible well.

    Despite the simplicity, there is a high skill cap, and achieving mastery will definitely take a lot of practice. A lot of hilarious moments are to be had as well, such as scoring your own goal, or seeing a pimped out van with cash blowing out of it's exhaust.
  15. dbruce
    Jul 20, 2015
    9
    Simple game, cars plus a ball and a two goals thats loads of fun and seriously addictive.Started playing yesterday at 9.30pm just to check it out, played a little tutorial then went online (no issues for me online was smooth quick and lag free) and somehow entered in to a time warp and ended up 4hrs into the future where the f_ck did the time go .This game is crazy fun easy to play butSimple game, cars plus a ball and a two goals thats loads of fun and seriously addictive.Started playing yesterday at 9.30pm just to check it out, played a little tutorial then went online (no issues for me online was smooth quick and lag free) and somehow entered in to a time warp and ended up 4hrs into the future where the f_ck did the time go .This game is crazy fun easy to play but also has some depth to it once you learn the nuances of the game .Just one more match see you guys online .… Expand
  16. 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.
  17. Underpants158
    Jul 20, 2015
    10
    Simplistic visceral fun. Soccer with cars!! There is little depth beyond using angles and timing your jump (to hit the ball) with the bounce of the ball but damn it is the most purely fun game I have played all year. I would equate it to something like Super Smash Bros in that it is easy to pick up and play, there is a lot of room to increase your skill, and it's just incredible fun.
  18. burnme777
    Jul 20, 2015
    10
    very entertaining game hours of fun especially with friends. only problems i have with it is that you cant upgrade your car and leveling up feels pointless.
  19. SuperkenGaming
    Jul 19, 2015
    8
    Rocket League
    A Surprise from left field
    There isn’t much to say about Rocket League other than it’s a blast. Rocket league is soccer or futbol for the rest of the world with rc cars. you can create parties with your friends when it works duel in 1 v 1, 2 v 2, 3 v 3, and a hectic 4 v 4 this games wasn’t designed to be anything but pure fun, no challenge, just fun and very simple.    Rocket League
    A Surprise from left field
    There isn’t much to say about Rocket League other than it’s a blast.
    Rocket league is soccer or futbol for the rest of the world with rc cars.
    you can create parties with your friends when it works
    duel in 1 v 1, 2 v 2, 3 v 3, and a hectic 4 v 4
    this games wasn’t designed to be anything but pure fun,
    no challenge, just fun and very simple.
    Anyone can hop in and instantly understand how to play
    there is a season mode with various difficulties to choose from where you try to win the championship from ai controlled opponents and partners.
    If your team isn’t full by time the match starts online, you are also teamed up with ai partners.
    The ai however can occasionally do more harm than good, hitting the ball in the wrong net, and overly just not aggressive enough when it comes to taking shots to be all too helpful
    I understand that this is to prevent ai teams from being over powered, but when youre the one stuck with the ai team, it can be a little frustrating.
    Match making is great though, even if you have a crappy connection, matches are a breeze to get into
    if you find yourself getting your but handed to you, there is a training mode to teach you have to effectively use your boosts and tricks, and how to effectively make shots and block shots as a goalie.
    The game features 11 cars and thousands of combinations to make your rocket car yours
    however I find it highly annoying that you cant customize each car individually.
    your settings carry over to each car, which sucks considering each cars style is different and has its own personality.
    it sucks having to go in and change things every time you want to drive a new car.
    Also good or bad depending how you look on it, all cars handle the same.
    there are no perks to use to your advantage.
    everybody goes into each match steroid free.
    A very even playing field.
    There a few minor annoyances such as ai and a few pretty big annoyances such as party creation not always working and customization not sticking to individual cars.
    but overall Rocket League is a really fun and addictive game to play both online or at home with a friend
    for what it is
    soccer game 9/10
    overall 8/10    … Expand
  20. endtransmission
    Jul 19, 2015
    9
    Excellent game. I don't like football games and I don't really like driving games either. The concept of this game seems so incredibly awkward that you think it can't possibly be enjoyable.

    However, play it for a few hours and you're in for a rude awakening: This game is excellent. I've spent the last three days playing this with a couple of friends and for a game to sit around on    Excellent game. I don't like football games and I don't really like driving games either. The concept of this game seems so incredibly awkward that you think it can't possibly be enjoyable.

    However, play it for a few hours and you're in for a rude awakening: This game is excellent.

    I've spent the last three days playing this with a couple of friends and for a game to sit around on the sofa and play with friends it's hard to beat. I've not played a better 2 player game on a next-gen console.

    Just try it, providing you have patience you'll be rewarded for your efforts.    … Expand
  21. Mega2k8
    Jul 19, 2015
    9
    This game is actually better then FIFA 14 & 15 as a football game extremely fun and satisfying the beta was great full release even better... Oh and it's free with ps plus! Sony you keep on winning sir
  22. iiDeReX
    Jul 18, 2015
    10
    This game will bring you back to the golden ages of gaming. It's simple, fun, and addictive. I definitely recommend that you try this game even if you don't like to try new things. This is a great game overall and Psyonix did an outstanding job!
  23. beegie_b
    Jul 17, 2015
    10
    If you have PS4 and PS+, get this game.

    Try it for yourself. It's free this month!

    Stop reading reviews and just get the game.

    It's something that must be experienced to truly understand how much fun it is.
  24. Nico_Ble99
    Jul 17, 2015
    10
    Well, the first time I saw the trailer I thought "Mmh. Looks nice, but I'll wait with buying it until I've heard some opinions on it". When I saw it free on PS Plus, I just downloaded it and gave it a shot. I was instantly hooked, in my eyes one of the best games of 2015. Simple gameplay, very decent graphics and... uh, I could go on and on about how good this game is. This game is just awesome!
  25. All_of_Analise
    Jul 17, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The developers don‘t wait the game popular because of this the servers have to prepare they no wait 10%of this.The game is incredible he is a game comfortable and playable its perfect but the physic
    of the car its very different of the ball.    … Expand
  26. MrWezz23
    Jul 17, 2015
    10
    this game is amazing sometimes frustrating when is miss a goal but the rest is great about the game the ai is sometime little bit of an ass but online seems to be the most appealing to people so online season and exhibition good game great visuals great customization and that's the bottom Line
  27. xPekingDuk
    Jul 16, 2015
    10
    just want to see this actually fun game get i higher score then AAA titles now i am just wasting your time just to get the minimum 150 characters required.
  28. gunbiddy
    Jul 16, 2015
    10
    The sense of speed causes adrenaline to surge constantly. So challenging and fun. Your car possesses so much power, but the more you use, the harder it is to keep things under control. You are limited never by unlocks or equipment, but only the insanely high skill cap.
  29. 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.
  30. aaronb0209
    Jul 15, 2015
    8
    fantastic game! played it for about 20 hours now and it's really the best ps+ game ever. really addictive and really hard to master. best played online of course.
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#23 Best PS4 Game of 2015
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#13 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2015
47
#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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