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Keep a Favorite Extra Mode in Rotation with Dueling Arcade Playlist!


Hey everyone!

Following the release of the Arcade Playlists, we saw a lot of feedback about the desire to more meaningfully influence the Extra Modes in these slots. And while we understand some players want their favorite modes in the game permanently, it’s important that we balance the number of active modes to ensure high quality matches and reasonable matchmaking times.

Today we’re excited to introduce the new Dueling Arcade Playlist system to help address the above feedback. This new system allows the community to keep a favorite mode in the game almost indefinitely! Like before, there are two Arcade Playlists that rotate through existing Extra Modes. With the new system, the most popular mode after a week will remain available the next week, while the less popular one will cycle out and return at a later date.


If the two Extra Modes are generally unpopular on a given week, we’ll replace both the next week with Extra Modes we expect will be more exciting to the community.

What if there’s an LTM active? The LTM will replace one of the Arcade Playlist slots and the dueling Arcade Playlists system will be paused.


The first two Extra Modes in this new system are Speed Demon and Rocket Labs Medley. We hope this system helps you get more play time with your favorite modes!

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[h3]THAT’S NOT ALL - SEASON 13 SEASON RUSH STARTS SOON![/h3]
The next Rocket League Season quickly draws closer, but there’s still time to level up in Season 13! To help you out, Season 13 Season Rush starts February 22 at 9 AM PT and ends 6 PM PT on March 4. Complete 12 Challenges that’ll automatically level you up after completing each one. Plus, double XP is in effect for all online matches for the whole Season Rush.

Get your last-minute blasts from the millennium past — Season 13 ends March 6 (instead of the previously communicated March 5). Stay tuned for details on the next Season!

Rocket League Patch Notes v2.35 / Update 48

Version: Rocket League v2.35
⁠Platforms: Epic Games Store, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Steam, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S
⁠Scheduled Release: 02/06/2024, 4 p.m. PST / 12 a.m. UTC

[h2]THE HEADLINES[/h2]
  • Quality of Life Updates
    • New Minimum Level for Competitive Playlist
    • Disabling “Leave Tournament” button at end of match
  • v2.35 prepares Rocket League for the Mandalorian Mayhem Limited Time Event
  • 2024 Esports Shop Refresh
[h2]CHANGES AND UPDATES[/h2]
[h3]NEW MINIMUM LEVEL FOR COMPETITIVE PLAYLIST [/h3]
  • To ensure that players are spending a reasonable amount of time acclimating to Rocket League before jumping into the ranked experience, we changed the minimum level requirement for the Competitive Playlist to Level 20 (up from the previous level requirement of 10).
  • In addition, we have changed the design that previously allowed players to play ranked if they were partied with an individual above the minimum level requirement. Now, no player below the level threshold (20) will be able to enter the ranked experience.
    • Party leaders with a member below the level threshold will see their playlist locked and will need to queue in the Casual Playlist.
  • Updated Minimum Level Messaging - To convey these new restrictions, players will see new messaging in Rocket League when queuing for the Competitive Playlist.
    • While solo (not in a party) the new messaging will read: “You must be Level 20 or higher.”
    • While in a party, the new messaging will read: “All party members must be Level 20 or higher.”
    • These messages will be displayed to any player who is below Level 20 / any party leader in a party with someone who is below Level 20.
[h3]DISABLING “LEAVE TOURNAMENT” BUTTON AT END OF MATCH[/h3]
  • In order to prevent players from receiving negative consequences, such as temporary bans from tournaments/matchmaking, or losing earned tournament rewards, we will now grey out/disable the “Leave Tournament'' button at the 0:00 gameplay mark of Tournament matches.
  • This will ensure your rewards are earned and all data is properly populated so you can jump right into your next match.
[h2]NEW CONTENT[/h2][h3]MANDALORIAN MAYHEM LIMITED TIME EVENT[/h3]
  • Unlock new items by completing Mandalorian Mayhem Event Challenges.
  • G-Force Frenzy Limited Time Mode
    • A new out of this world 3v3 LTM.
Mandalorian Mayhem and G-Force Frenzy shift into Hyperdrive February 7 at 9 AM PT to 9 AM PT on February 21.
[h3]2024 ESPORTS SHOP REFRESH[/h3]
The RLCS 2024 Season has kicked off, and with it our Esports Shop has received a RLCS Decal Refresh. 21 existing teams from last Season, as well as 10 new teams, have gotten a 2024 Octane Decal, 2024 Fennec Decal, 2024 Dominus Decal, and 2024 Player Banner. Check out the teams below:

ASIA-PACIFIC
  • Elevate
EUROPE
  • Endpoint
  • Gentle Mates
  • Karmine Corp
  • Moist Esports
  • Oxygen Esports
  • Resolve
  • Solary
  • Team BDS
  • Team Vitality
MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA
  • Rule One
  • Team Falcons
NORTH AMERICA
  • Dignitas
  • G2 Esports
  • Gen.G
  • Luminosity Gaming
  • M80
  • NRG
  • OG
  • Rebellion
  • Spacestation Gaming
  • TSM
OCEANIA
  • Ground Zero
  • Pioneers
  • PWR
SOUTH AMERICA
  • Complexity
  • FURIA
  • KRÜ Esports
  • Ninjas In Pyjamas
  • Team Secret
SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
  • Limitless

[h2]BUG FIXES[/h2]
  • The Fire God: Multichrome Decal is no longer locked to the Dominus Car Body. This Decal is now universal, as intended.
  • The Wasteland (Pitched) and Farmstead (Pitched) Arenas no longer display abnormal ground textures.
  • Fixed an issue where the paint finish select menu would start at the top of the list instead of the currently equipped paint finish.
  • Fixed an issue on PC where the audio would stop working when the player changed the Windows focus immediately after launching the game.
[h2]KNOWN ISSUES[/h2]
For a complete list of known issues in Rocket League, head over to our Known Issues in Rocket League webpage.

Mandalorian Mayhem: Ready the Hyperdrive in Rocket League!


Be both hunter and Soccar player. This February, items based on the galaxy’s most skilled Mandalorians jetpack into Rocket League!

Take on Challenges to unlock Toppers, Player Banners, and other items inspired by some of your favorite characters from The Mandalorian. Also fight epic battles in the G-Force Frenzy Limited Time Mode! Plus, you can head to the Item Shop for new Decals, Goal Explosions, and more. The mayhem happens from February 7 at 9 AM PT to 9 AM PT February 21!
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[h3]GET UP TO SPEED ON G-FORCE FRENZY[/h3]

Much like bounty hunting, Soccar can be a complicated profession. That’s never been more accurate than in G-Force Frenzy, a new 3v3 Limited Time Mode that’ll see you hurtling through the air faster than an N-1 starfighter.

Enter hyperspeed with an unlimited boost that’s five times its usual power. Reckon you’re up to the task, pilot?
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[h3]EARN CHALLENGE REWARDS, THIS IS THE WAY[/h3]

Bounties are a way of life for many Mandalorians, so get your thrusters ready for 12 Mandalorian Mayhem Challenges that each offer a reward.

Show your dedication to the Creed with the "This is the Way" Player Title and four Player Banners featuring iconic characters from The Mandalorian, including Boba Fett and Bo-Katan. What about customizing your ride? Intimidate (or charm) your rivals with the Din Djarin Helmet Topper or Grogu Topper.

If you’re after something more befitting of a fearless bounty hunter, look no further than the Din Djarin Jetpack Topper and Paz Vizsla Dominus Decal. Or maybe you think you’re worthy of taking your place as the true leader of Mandalore? In that case, wield the Darksaber Boost.

You can also earn a Golden Moon 🌙 by completing one of the harder Challenges (Play 20 Online Matches). You can complete this Challenge up to five times, which means you can unlock up to five Golden Moons! Open these up inside your inventory to unlock items from the Velocity, Elevation, or Overdrive Series. There’s also the unlimited Win 10 Online Matches Challenge that rewards 20,000 XP each time!
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[h2]CUSTOMIZE YOUR RIDE WITH THESE BESKAR BUNDLES[/h2]
[h3]MANDALORIAN MEGA BUNDLE (2000 CREDITS)[/h3]
Mandalorian mega-fan? The Mandalorian Mega Bundle contains every Decal, Wheel, and Goal Explosion from the below five packs, plus the Din Djarin Player Banner and "Mandalorian" Player Title!

Bundle contents:
  • Bo-Katan Kryze Octane Decal
  • The Armorer Breakout Decal
  • Din Djarin Fennec Decal
  • Boba Fett Octane Decal
  • Nite Owl Wheels
  • Mythosaur Wheels
  • Mudhorn Wheels
  • Boba Fett Wheels
  • Whistling Birds Goal Explosion
  • Seismic Charge Goal Explosion
  • Din Djarin Player Banner
  • "Mandalorian" Player Title

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[h3]MANDALORIAN MEGA BUNDLE + FENNEC (2500 CREDITS)[/h3]
Excited to try the Din Djarin Decal? The Mandalorian Mega Bundle + Fennec includes everything the Mega Bundle has… plus the Fennec Car Body (grey-painted)!

Bundle contents:
  • Fennec Cary Body (Grey-Painted)
  • Bo-Katan Kryze Octane Decal
  • The Armorer Breakout Decal
  • Din Djarin Fennec Decal
  • Boba Fett Octane Decal
  • Nite Owl Wheels
  • Mythosaur Wheels
  • Mudhorn Wheels
  • Boba Fett Wheels
  • Whistling Birds Goal Explosion
  • Seismic Charge Goal Explosion
  • Din Djarin Player Banner
  • "Mandalorian" Player Title

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[h3]BO-KATAN PACK (500 CREDITS)[/h3]
Having fought for the future of Mandalore since the Clone Wars, Bo-Katan is one of the most revered warriors in the galaxy. And with the Bo-Katan Pack, you can bring the spirit of the Nite Owl’s leader to the Arena. Show your pride for House Kryze with the Bo-Katan Kryze Octane Decal and fly past your foes with the Nite Owl Wheels.

Bundle contents:
  • Bo-Katan Kryze Octane Decal
  • Nite Owl Wheels

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[h3]ARMORER PACK (500 CREDITS)[/h3]
Of course, if you’re heading into combat, you’ll need an armor expert close by to keep your beskar looking pristine. With the Armorer Pack, bring down the hammer on your rivals with The Armorer Breakout Decal and become the ultimate apex predator with the Mythosaur Wheels.

Bundle contents:
  • The Armorer Breakout Decal
  • Mythosaur Wheels

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[h3]DIN DJARIN PACK (500 CREDITS)
[/h3]Embody the legendary bounty hunter with the Din Djarin Pack—just remember never to lift your hood (or remove your helmet). Equip Mando’s iconic silver beskar with the Din Djarin Fennec Decal and pair it with the Mudhorn Wheels to charge towards the goal.

Bundle contents:
  • Din Djarin Fennec Decal
  • Mudhorn Wheels

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[h3]BOBA FETT PACK (500 CREDITS)[/h3]
Planning on racing through the Wasteland? Kit out your car with the Boba Fett Pack. With the Boba Fett Octane Decal and Boba Fett Wheels, not even the Sarlacc Pit will be able to slow you down.

Bundle contents:
  • Boba Fett Octane Decal
  • Boba Fett Wheels

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[h3]GOAL EXPLOSION PACK (1200 CREDITS)[/h3]
Once you’ve conquered the Soccar pitch, it’s time to celebrate like a true Mandalorian with the Goal Explosion Bundle. Equip the Whistling Birds Goal Explosion and mark your victory by unleashing one of Mando’s most powerful weapons. Further yet, blast the goalposts into smithereens with the Seismic Charge Goal Explosion.

Bundle contents:
  • Whistling Birds Goal Explosion
  • Seismic Charge Goal Explosion

Speaking of the Shop, don’t forget to head to the Free Item tab for The Armorer Player Banner!
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Mandalorian Mayhem runs for two weeks starting February 7. We have spoken.

Higher Min Level for the Competitive Playlist and New Esports Shop Items Soon

As we’re a full month into the New Year, it's time for Rocket League’s first game update of 2024 and a look at some of what’s coming! Tomorrow’s game update adds a new anti-smurfing measure: a higher Competitive Minimum Level Requirement. The update also refreshes the Esports Shop for the Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS) 2024 Season. Read on for more details!
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[h2]NEW MINIMUM LEVEL FOR THE COMPETITIVE PLAYLIST
[/h2]We’ve seen a lot of community chatter lately around allowing players to bypass the minimum level required to play in the Competitive Playlist by partying up with other players. Smurfing is something that we know is frustrating, so we wanted to share a bit of the design philosophy behind that original decision and why we are making some changes in tomorrow’s update.

The Competitive Minimum Level Requirement was introduced when Rocket League became playable for free in 2020 and was meant to serve a couple of purposes. While we wanted to make it more difficult to smurf, one of the main goals was to make sure that new players were not blocked from playing with friends. The Casual experience back then was rife with early quitting and was considered by many as a less enjoyable experience.

We therefore made the decision to let players experience Rocket League in the best way possible at that time, with friends in the Competitive Playlist.

At that time we also started making changes to the Casual Playlist, with the goal of making it an equally enjoyable experience to Competitive play. We now feel we’ve reached that goal, and because of that, our thinking has changed around the need to allow players to bypass the Competitive Minimum Level Requirement.

In tomorrow’s update, the Competitive Minimum Level Requirement will be raised from Level 10 to Level 20, and now every player in a Party will need to be Level 20 or higher in order to queue for the Competitive Playlist. These changes are some of several gameplay improvements we are working on this year to minimize behavior that can lead to unfair matches.
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[h2]ESPORTS SHOP 2024
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With the official RLCS broadcasts beginning last weekend and continuing this weekend on February 9 for Europe, there’s no better time to grab new team gear! The Esports Shop is adding ten new teams alongside 21 existing teams from last Season. Each team will have a new 2024 Octane Decal, 2024 Fennec Decal, 2024 Dominus Decal, and 2024 Player Banner in the Shop beginning tomorrow after the game update.

The new teams are:

[h3]ASIA-PACIFIC [/h3]
  • Elevate
[h3]EUROPE[/h3]
  • Gentle Mates
[h3]MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA[/h3]
  • Rule One
[h3]NORTH AMERICA[/h3]
  • M80
  • OG
  • Rebellion
[h3]OCEANIA[/h3]
  • Pioneers
[h3]SOUTH AMERICA[/h3]
  • KRÜ Esports
  • Ninjas In Pyjamas
[h3]SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA [/h3]
  • Limitless

--[h2]MORE TO COME IN 2024[/h2]
For this year, we’re planning the usual rhythm of new Seasonal content, as well as focusing on new features and tweaks to existing systems to improve gameplay. One example is a tweak to the Arcade Playlist rotation that we’ll share later this month! Stay tuned for details on this change and more throughout the year.
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Check out the full patch notes and refreshed Esports Shop after the game update goes live tomorrow, February 6 at 4 PM PST / February 7 at 12 AM UTC!

Pave Your Own Path with Sovereign Krew: Aftermarket in Rocket League


Why should graffiti be reserved for the road? In Sovereign Krew: Aftermarket, the Sovereign Krew brings street art from the road to the Arena. Bring a taste of the outside to your next match with street-ready Decals and Wheels!

Sovereign Krew: Aftermarket is live now ‘til January 25—pick up these new items in the Item Shop while Sovereign Krew’s running the show.

The “Krew Made” and “Krew Loyal” Decals—both animated in-game!

[h3]Aftermarket Decals and Wheels[/h3]
It doesn’t hurt to rep the krew that’s on top. With most of the new Decals, put the “SK” initials atop your car, surrounded by a street art-inspired design only SK’s capable of. The Krew Supreme Octane Decal features bold intertwined strokes while the SK Life Fennec Decal wraps your car in unapologetically stylized emblems.



You only have one chance to make a first impression, so make it count. The First Impression Breakout Decal is a canvas of different patterns—sure to make an impact. Don’t just break out with Breakout: the Sovereignteenth Dominus Decal is missing the “SK” initials… because it goes all out with the full “Sovereign Krew” moniker and a monster-like design.



Love the process of street art creation? The universal Krew Made Decal animates to show the making of classic Krew graffiti. Maybe you see potential in art beyond its completion—the universal Krew Loyal Decal waves like the surface of the sea. Keep keepin’ things in motion with the new Del Rey and X-Opps Wheels. 


[h3]Sovereign Krew: Aftermarket Mega Bundle (1800 Credits)[/h3]
  • Krew Supreme Octane Decal
    SK Life Fennec Decal
    First Impression Breakout Decal
    Sovereignteenth Decal
    Krew Made Decal
    Krew Loyal Decal
    Del Rey Wheels
    X-Opps Wheels
[h3]Sovereign Krew: Aftermarket Mega Bundle + Saffron Fennec (2200 Credits)[/h3]
  • Saffron Fennec Car Body
    Krew Supreme Octane Decal
    SK Life Fennec Decal
    First Impression Breakout Decal
    Sovereignteenth Decal
    Krew Made Decal
    Krew Loyal Decal
    Del Rey Wheels
    X-Opps Wheels
[h3]Sovereign Krew: Aftermarket Decal Bundle (1500 Credits)[/h3]
  • Krew Supreme Octane Decal
    SK Life Fennec Decal
    First Impression Breakout Decal
    Sovereignteenth Decal
    Krew Made Decal
    Krew Loyal Decal
[h3]Sovereign Krew: Aftermarket Wheel Bundle (500 Credits)[/h3]
  • Del Rey Wheels
    X-Opps Wheels

[h3]Individual Items[/h3]
Show your Krew loyalty with Cyclone or give your Octane the makings of a magnum opus. Along with Saffron Fennec, the universal Krew Loyal and Krew Made Decals will be available in the Item Shop individually:
  • January 10 - 14: Saffron Fennec Car Body (700 Credits)
  • January 18 - 22: Krew Loyal Decal (300 Credits)
  • January 22 - 26: Krew Made Decal (300 Credits)
The Krew reigns supreme now more than ever. Sovereign Krew: Aftermarket runs until January 25.