Rocket League: How to Become a Master of the Hit Game

Releasing just this week, Rocket League has already become a hit on Twitch.TV and in the homes of millions of gamers. Absolutely worth every penny, or available free on the PlayStation Network, you’ve probably ditched hours of fun into the title already – but how do you get higher rank in Rocket League? Here are a few tips, from the basics to mastery.

[ROQFrost]

I'm going to have to download this game.

[HaveAsandwich]

its really good fun. lol

[Brewski007]

Such an easy pickup-n-play title, fun for all.

[Brugal]

Game is awesome. When I was first aware that this game was a soccer game played with cars I thought, this is silly. Now that I played it, I think, this is genius.

[Stevefantisy]

Nice read now its time to play

[akaFullMetal]

Been having a blast with this game and I love how my wife is getting into it. Very fun, pick up and play game.

[Simco876]

See you in the arena peasants!

[DefenderOfDoom2]

This game is pure fun .

[SirBillyBones]

There aren't any useful tips in that article really, so I thought I'd add some more specific ones:

- Do all the practice modes! Multiple times.

- Don't always rush to the ball. Let the other team touch the ball sometimes. Treat it like a real game of football. Often the opposing team will bunch up in the corner trying to get the ball and accidentally set you up for easy goals.

- Don't linger under the ball when it's in the air. Back off a little and let it drop. While others are jumping around and missing it, you'll have time to plan your move.

- You don't need to use boost to move forward quickly. Use the forward flip while you're driving to quickly jump forward. You can string it together multiple times. Same goes for the back flip when reversing.

- Use the skid turn followed by a quick boost to change direction quickly.

- When the ball is on the ground, the faster you hit it the higher it will go. This is good for clearances and lobbed shots.

- Do a forward flip for low hard shots.

- Don't always go for the ball, sometimes it's more effective to tackle/smash enemies out of the way. This is effective when waiting for the ball to land.

- Be wary of where your team mates are. If the ball is in front of the enemy goal and you're coming from the side, leave it. A team mate probably has a better angle than you. Same goes for the ball travelling towards your own goal. If you're chasing the ball back towards your goal and you have a defender, let them clear it. You're more likely to score an own goal than do anything useful.

- Use the preset comms to encourage your team and congratulate them.

- Practice hovering on the spot and vertical take offs. These are excellent for goalkeepers.

That'll do for now. Hopefully thats useful!

[Debaitable]

Love the tips. See you on the field.

[GortJester]

Damn good set of tips sir!

[Brugal]

Great tips man. Thanks

[Destiny1080]

this game is so much fun and has dedicated servers

ive been having a blast with this and have been so impressed with the quality of the connection with this game

[Arkardo]

Yeah! You know yesterday I was having so much trouble with my ISP connection, with ping so high like 200 and still playing smoothly I was so impressed!

[NeckBeardBSMTDweller]

Sad that this is the most time i've soaked into a steam game EVER. And still having fun. Masterpiece, and its gorgeous in 1440P

[bradleejones]

More helpful than the article. Bubbles up.

[Jacktrauma]

Been having alot fun with this! Who'd a thought these two things could come together and make a fun game lol