Rocket League News

Platforms: Epic Games Store, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Steam, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S

Scheduled Release: 3/8/2023, 8 a.m. PST / 4 p.m. UTC

[h2]The Headlines[/h2]

• Season 10 Rocket Pass, featuring the Volkswagen Golf GTI, has begun
  
• The new Arena ‘Deadeye Canyon (Oasis)’ is live in Online Playlists, Private Matches, Exhibition Matches, and Free Play
  
• Season 9 Rewards are dropping for all eligible players
  

[h2]Season 10[/h2]
[h3]Rocket Pass[/h3]

• Season 10 Rocket Pass, featuring the Volkswagen Golf GTI, has begun
  
  • The Volkswagen Golf GTI uses the Octane hitbox
    

[h3]Tournaments[/h3]

• Season 10 Tournaments are now available
  
• Any unspent Season 9 Tournament Credits automatically convert into rewards
  
  • Tournament Credits have converted to the highest level reward you are capable of earning based on your Tournament Rank and the amount of Tournament Credits you have remaining
    
  • Every player who played in at least one tournament this season will receive one All-Star cup
    
• New Tournament Reward items have been added
  

[h3]Challenges[/h3]

• Season 10 Stage 1 Challenges are live
  

[h3]Competitive[/h3]

• Season 10 Competitive has started
  
• Season 10 Changes
  
  • Similar to previous seasons, a soft reset has been applied to all Competitive Playlists
    

[h2]New Content[/h2]
[h3]Arenas[/h3]

• The new Arena ‘Deadeye Canyon (Oasis)’ is now available
  

[h3]Season 9 Competitive Rewards[/h3]

• Season 9 Reward Items and Titles will be awarded according to your highest Rank achieved during the season, and successful completion of the appropriate Season Reward Levels.
  
• Season 9 Rewards are non-tradable Wheels
  
  • Bronze I or higher: ‘S9 – Bronze’ Wheel
    
  • Silver I or higher: ‘S9 – Silver’ Wheels + lower rewards
    
  • Gold I or higher: ‘S9 – Gold’ Wheels + lower rewards
    
  • Platinum I or higher: ‘S9 – Platinum’ Wheels + lower rewards
    
  • Diamond I or higher: ‘S9 – Diamond’ Wheels + lower rewards
    
  • Champion I or higher: ‘S9 – Champion’ Wheels + lower rewards
    
  • Grand Champion I: ‘S9 – Grand Champion’ Wheels + lower rewards
    
  • Supersonic Legend: ‘S9 – Supersonic Legend’ Wheels + lower rewards
    
• Grand Champion Titles (in Crimson text)
  
  • Competitive Grand Champion: ‘S9 GRAND CHAMPION’
    
  • Rumble Grand Champion: ‘S9 RNG CHAMP’
    
  • Hoops Grand Champion: ‘S9 DUNK MASTER’
    
  • Snow Day Grand Champion: ‘S9 BLIZZARD WIZARD’
    
  • Dropshot Grand Champion: ‘S9 FLOOR DESTROYER’
    
• Supersonic Legend Titles (in Titanium White text)
  
  • Competitive Supersonic Legend: ‘S9 SUPERSONIC LEGEND’
    
  • Rumble Supersonic Legend: ‘S9 RNGENIUS’
    
  • Hoops Supersonic Legend: ‘S9 LEGENDARY BALLER’
    
  • Snow Day Supersonic Legend: ‘S9 ICE TITAN’
    
  • Dropshot Supersonic Legend: ‘S9 TILE ANNIHILATOR’
    

[h2]Known Issues[/h2]
For a complete list of known issues in Rocket League, go here

Version: Rocket League v2.26

Platforms: Epic Games Store, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Steam, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S

Scheduled Release: 3/7/2023, 4 p.m. PST / 3/8/2023, 12 a.m. UTC

[h2]The Headlines[/h2]

• v2.26 prepares Rocket League for Season 10. Additional patch notes will be posted when Season 10 begins on 3/8/2023, 8 a.m. PST / 4 p.m. UTC
  

[h2]Changes and Updates[/h2]
Average Wait Time (Matchmaking)

• An “Average Wait Time” counter has been added to the matchmaking search screen
  
  • Average Wait Time is based on the player population of the Regions and Playlists you select, and your Rank or skill level in those playlists
    
• Time is displayed in minutes and seconds
  
  • Example: “Average Wait Time: 1:15”
    
  • In the unlikely event that the wait time is longer than 10 minutes, the message changes to “Average Wait Time: > 10 Minutes”
    
• For brand new Game Modes, LTMs, or Playlists with no Rank or skill history, the Average Wait Time counter may be hidden for a short period of time.
  
• The Playlist Population meme generator indicator has been removed from the top-right corner of the Casual, Competitive, and Extra Modes menus
  

[h2]Bug Fixes[/h2]

• Fixed cosmetic bugs:
  
  • Huntress Decal for Dingo
    
  • Blockparty Decal on Painted Car Bodies
    
  • Titanium White Standard Boost
    
  • Animated Decals on painted variants of Hotshot Body
    
• Fixed a bug causing Special Edition Infinite Yankii RL wheels to appear as normal Yankii RL wheels
  
• [Xbox] Fixed a bug causing the first character to disappear when using the Xbox virtual keyboard to enter a team name
  
• [PS] Unable to purchase credits after browsing contents for more than 10 minutes
  
• [PC] Fixed a stability bug causing a crash on game exit
  
• Fixed a bug causing incorrect camera and car placement when rapidly navigating shots in Custom Training
  

[h2]Known Issues[/h2]
For a complete list of known issues in Rocket League, go here

Rocket League season 10 is coming out on March 8, bringing the Volkswagen Golf II GTI to the game alongside a selection of new in-game changes.

Perhaps the most useful of new additions is an average wait time counter — which lets be honest doesn’t sound very exciting. However, it’ll give players a good idea of just how populated certain game modes are, which will save time otherwise wasted. That time can be spent in the lab, practising air control, something scrubs like me should take advantage of.

That new car, the Volkswagen Golf II GTI, will be available in the seasonal pass. Alongside it is a variety of cosmetics and other rewards that’ll fit into the theme of the season. Owners of the premium pass will be able to get their hands on an upgraded version of the car: the Volkswagen GTI RLE.

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[h2]It’s Time to Unwind[/h2]

Lost long ago in the shifting sands of Deadeye Canyon sat a secret treasure, undisturbed by th
e passing of time… until recently. Shocked explorers stumbled upon this unspoiled sanctuary, marveling at this time capsule of exotic wildlife and botanical wonders. Woken by an ancient spell, it appears the desert's heart has begun to beat once more.

Season 10 invites you to shift into neutral while you rest, relax, and collect a bounty of Items! Enjoy a peaceful Rocket Pass, explore a new Oasis Arena Variant, and take the legendary Volkswagen Golf II GTI for a spin.

Season 10 starts Wednesday, March 8!



[h2]Grow Your Garage With Rocket Pass[/h2]
A plentiful harvest has sprouted in the desert, and the top crop this season is the Volkswagen Golf GTI! A beloved classic with timeless popularity, the Golf GTI is brought to life in Rocket League with an Octane Hitbox. The base car is available immediately with Rocket Pass Premium, but players who work their way through the Tiers will also earn the tuned-up Volkswagen Golf GTI RLE! Both cars come with a realistic set of Wheels to complete the look.



Once you’ve settled into your new ride, you’ll need some Items to go along with it!
Cast your roaring engines aside and soothe your weary teammates with the Tranquil and Serenity Engine Audios. However, if you’d rather feed the beast, you can always slide into the primal SpotDot Decal.

For players who keep everything in perfect balance, the realistic Whip Antenna is centered on the back of the car instead of the standard side mount. Channel energy into the Lotus Bloom Goal Explosion while you search for serenity, or leave a trail of fireflies behind you with the Glister Trail. Look, I caught one!

With a wide variety of earthy Paint Finishes, colorful Wheels, and Decals inspired by the wonders of nature, the Season 10 Rocket Pass will give you and your friends good vibes all season long.



[h2]A Diamond in the Rough[/h2]
Deadeye Canyon isn’t looking quite so dead these days. With the sudden proliferation of flora and fauna, our once dusty desert has transformed into Deadeye Canyon (Oasis)!

You’ll likely hear a new tune whistling through the gorge while you explore. That’s oasis by zensei ゼンセ, originally written for the Season 10 Gameplay Trailer up top! Listen to the full in-game track with Rocket League Radio, or pick it up as a Player Anthem a couple hours after the Season starts.



[h2]Rewards Are Their Own Reward[/h2]
These new Tournament Rewards will soothe your spirit after a tough match. Equip the Scalescore Decal and slither your way to success, or stop for an organic snack with the Ramen Bowl Topper. This season might be all about relaxation, but don't space out too far! Grab hold of the floating Spaceman Antenna to keep your mind tethered whenever you start to drift.

Feelin’ lucky? Roll a critical hit with this Season’s Black Market Rewards, including the eight-sided Polyhedral Goal Explosion.

As this new Season comes to life, your Tournament Credits from Season 9 will reset. Players who participated in Competitive Tournaments during Season 9 will receive an All-Star Cup reward. Unspent Tournament Credits will be converted to the highest level reward a player is eligible to earn based on their Tournament Rank and Tournament Credit amount. This conversion will happen automatically the first time you log into Season 10.



[h2]Get Back In The Game[/h2]
A while back, we changed how playlist population was shown to “Good,” “Great,” or “Amazing.” Many of you felt this wasn't good, great, or amazing, so we’re happy to introduce our new Average Wait Time Counter! From now on, players will be able to see the estimated queue time it will take to find their next match. This timer will be visible in the "Searching for Match" screen after choosing your playlist.

Not seeing your timer? In certain situations, estimated queue times may not be available such as when new Limited Time Modes are released.

[h2]Under The Hood[/h2]
Everyone's favorite behind-the-scenes video series is back with another installment! If you’ve ever wondered what goes into recording the Engine Audio you hear in Rocket League, our talented Psyonix audio team is here to show you how it all goes down. The episode drops March 9 on the official Rocket League YouTube Channel!

[h2]Sprouts In The City[/h2]
The regenerative powers of the oasis seem to be spreading beyond the edge of Deadeye Canyon. Garages around the world have reported an influx of cars where there were once barren lots. Hmm. Maybe a few weeks in the Psyonix meditation cavern will enlighten us.

Ready to find your happy place? Season 10 begins Wednesday, March 8!

Join us as Rocket League celebrates Women’s History Month with three FREE Items. But wait, they're not just any Items. Each one was designed by one of the many magical women working at Psyonix! We’re also happy to support two special Rocket League Tournaments: the WIRL $10K Cup March 11–12, and the Ally Women’s Open March 25–26!

Sun Chaser Decal and Purple Moonpaw Wheels

[h2]Free Women's History Month Items[/h2]
The freebies kick off on March 8 as we release the Pop Punk Octane Decal, illustrated by our very own Concept Art Intern Cameron Unson! This bat, bone, and bubble-filled design pops perfectly off a soft turquoise background. Pictured up top, the girl-power vibes are strong with this one.

Next up is a solar-powered Sun Chaser Dominus Decal created by Graphic Designer Kelly Lobascio! With high-contrast colors and bold body lining, this decal tells the story of a mythical wolf pursuing the sun across the sky. In the end, the wolf chases away the day, plunging the world into an inky night. Pick this one up for free in the Item Shop starting March 15.

Grab an animated set of Purple Moonpaw Wheels for our final drop, courtesy of Senior 3D Artist Lindsey Gunsallus! We previously released the original Wheels for 2021’s Women’s History Month in a different color, but this time they’ve been rebuilt from magic pine needles and moonlight. Equip them starting March 22, and you’ll be leading the pack in no time.

[h3]Free Items Timeline[/h3]

• March 8 - Pop Punk Octane Decal
  March 15 - Sun Chaser Dominus Decal
  March 22 - Purple Moonpaw Wheels

[h2]Music for the Month[/h2]
Looking for a couple of tunes to go along with your new Items? Check out three new tracks from some of Monstercat's female artists! "Golden" by ORACLE x Nina Carr, "Fire In Your Eyes" by LissA x Lane Boy, and "Get Through" by Koven. Listen to the tracks with Rocket League Radio or Monstercat’s Spotify Playlist!



[h2]Ally Women’s Open[/h2]
Created in partnership with Ally and Raidiant, the Ally Women’s Open is an online tournament meant to support the women’s Rocket League community and showcase some of the best players in the game.

The tournament begins on March 25 with Open Qualifiers in the NA and EU regions. Then on March 26, a top eight single-elimination Playoff Bracket will be streamed live. In the end, only one team from each region will be crowned the victor!

Sign-ups for the tournament will take place from March 1 to 18. The final day of the Ally Women’s Open tournament will be broadcast on the official Rocket League Twitch Channel beginning at 8 a.m. PDT.

[h3]Event Schedule[/h3]

• Sign-Ups | March 1 - March 18 at 11:59 p.m. PDT (March 19 at 6:59 a.m. UTC)
  
• Open Qualifiers | March 25
  
• Playoffs | March 26 at 8 a.m. PDT (3 p.m. UTC)
  

[h3]Prize Breakdown per Region[/h3]

• 1st Place: $6,000 per team
  
• 2nd Place: $3,600 per team
  
• 3rd Place: $2,400 per team
  
• 4th Place: $2,000 per team
  
• 5th Place: $1,500 per team
  
• 6th Place: $1,500 per team
  
• 7th Place: $1,500 per team
  
• 8th Place: $1,500 per team
  

[h2]Women in Rocket League $10K Cup[/h2]
One tournament isn’t nearly enough, so we’re happy to announce Rocket League streamer Widow will be hosting the WIRL $10K Cup on her Twitch Channel! This double-elimination tournament will pit 12 teams against each other in games of Rumble, Snowday, Dropshot, and Rumble Dropshot. Each team will be led by a seasoned pro player, with two creators filling out each roster. Keep an eye on Widow’s Twitter page to see which of your favorite players will be there!

[h3]Event Schedule[/h3]

• Day 1 Event | March 11: 10 a.m. PST (6 p.m. UTC)
  
• Day 2 and Finals | March 12: 10 a.m. PDT (5 p.m. UTC)
  

Tune into the Women's History Month celebrations all month long, and don't forget to claim your free items beginning March 8 through April 4!