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What is Rocket League?

What coaches, parents, and players need to know about Rocket League

Updated over 2 weeks ago

Rocket League is a fantastical sport-based video game, developed by Psyonix. Many would say it’s like “soccer with cars”. It features a competitive game mode based on teamwork and outmaneuvering opponents. Rocket League is rated E for Everyone.

Game Details

What's the game objective of Rocket League?

Extremely similar to the traditional sport of Soccer, teams made up of three players will work together to advance the ball down the field and score goals in their opponents’ net.

Each team starts on opposite sides of the field (either Blue or Orange). The ball starts in the middle of the field. After a countdown, the timer begins, and players race to be the first to hit the ball with their car. Once the ball is in play, the 5-minute countdown starts, only stopping when a goal is scored.

A team wins the match by scoring more goals than their opponent within the 5-minute time limit. Tied games will be sent to Overtime, where the first team to score will be the winner of the game.

Does Rocket League have an age requirement?

Yes, Rocket League has a 13+ age requirement for participation. This age requirement is a part of the Rocket League's community tournament guidelines.

What Battle-Cars can I choose from?

Players can choose from various car body types and countless match customization options. Use the in-game Garage to customize your car!

How long does each match take?

On average, each game is about 10 minutes. Match length total can be 45-50 minutes.

Time can vary based on team setup and match-up experience.

Game Setup

What platform will the game be played on?

Players can compete on any platform on which Rocket League is available if they correctly link their Epic Games account. The available platforms are:

  • Epic Games

  • Steam

  • Playstation

  • Xbox

  • Nintendo Switch

  • Nintendo Switch 2

What hardware or software will be required to play?

Each player on the starting roster must have access to school-provided equipment or must be permitted by the school to provide their own equipment in the following categories:

  • PC or Compatible Gaming Console

  • Compatible controller, or Mouse and Keyboard (for PC)

  • Stable Internet Connection

How do I download Rocket League?

Rocket League requires the Epic Games Launcher download.

  1. Download and Install Epic Games Launcher.

  2. Download and Install Rocket League.

Competition/Match Information

What is the match format?

There are two types of match formats. Standard Format and Alternate Format.

Standard Format

Teams of three players will compete in a series of games to determine the overall winner of a match. Each game lasts about 10 minutes on average.

Alternate Format

Certain leagues may offer players the ability to compete as teams of two (or even individually) on their own unique team assigned by the coach. No matter the team size, each team will compete in a series of games to determine the overall winner for a match.

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