Rocket League News

Version: Rocket League v2.22

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

Scheduled Release: 11/1/2022, 4 p.m. PDT / 11 p.m. UTC

[h2]The Highlights[/h2]

• Text Chat has been split out into three dropdown menus to enable finer control over what chat types you want to participate in: Quick Chat, Match Chat, and Party Chat
  
• Expanded Voice Chat controls
  
• Added a new setting to enable or disable player-to-player trading
  

[h2]Changes and Updates[/h2]
Changes to Quick Chat and Text Chat (Settings -> Chat -> Text and Quick Chat Settings)

• Replaced the "Tactical Quick Chat Only" option with a “Block non-tactical Quick Chat” checkbox
  
• When checked/enabled, only the following list of Tactical Quick Chats will be visible:
  
  • All yours.
    
  • Bumping!
    
  • Centering!
    
  • Defending...
    
  • Faking.
    
  • Go for it!
    
  • I got it!
    
  • In position.
    
  • Incoming!
    
  • Need boost!
    
  • On your left.
    
  • On your right.
    
  • Passing!
    
  • Take the shot!
    
• When checked/enabled, you will still see tactical Quick Chats when they are used by players on the opposing team
  
  • Example: An opposing player uses the “Faking.” Quick Chat when it’s bound as a Compliment or Reaction Quick Chat
    
  • To prevent opponent quick chat from appearing, see below for Quick Chat dropdown menu instructions
    
• Added a dropdown menu for Quick Chat. Dropdown options include:
  
  • Allow Quick Chat with Everyone
    
  • Allow Quick Chat with Teammates Only
    
  • Allow Quick Chat with Nobody (Off)
    
• Added a dropdown menu for Match Chat. Dropdown options include:
  
  • Allow Text Chat with Everyone
    
  • Allow Text Chat with Friends and Teammates Only
    
  • Allow Text Chat with Friends Only
    
  • Allow Text Chat with Nobody (Off)
    
• Added a dropdown menu for Party Chat. Dropdown options include:
  
  • Allow Party Text Chat with Everyone
    
  • Allow Party Text Chat with Friends Only
    
  • Allow Party Text Chat with Nobody (Off)
    
• Depending on parental control settings for your account, you may not see all available chat options in each category
  

Voice Chat (Settings -> Chat -> Voice Chat Settings)

• Replaced the ‘Enable Voice Chat’ checkbox found in Settings -> Chat with a dropdown menu. Dropdown options include:
  
  • Allow Voice Chat with Everyone
    
  • Allow Voice Chat with Friends and Teammates Only
    
  • Allow Voice Chat with Friends Only
    
  • Allow Voice Chat with Nobody (Off)
    
• Depending on parental control settings for your account, you may not see all available chat options in each category
  

Player-to-Player Trading

• Under Settings -> Interface, added a checkbox for “Allow Player-to-Player Trading”
  
  • This checkbox controls whether you can initiate or receive trade requests
    
  • When disabled/unchecked, you will not be able to trade with other players
    

Item Shop

• When making a purchase, the account username is now displayed in the confirm purchase pop-up
  
• Added text regarding the refund policy for items and bundles purchased with money instead of in-game Credits (ex: Painted Prestige Bundle, Season 8 Elite Pack)
  

[h2]Bug Fixes[/h2]

• [Xbox] Fixed stuttering and/or lag experienced by some players on Xbox consoles in the first 10-20 seconds of Online Matches
  
• [Xbox] Fixed a bug preventing some players on Xbox from seeing in-game friend requests, Club invites, and Party invites
  

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

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[h2]Something Strange Is Happening In Farmstead Arena…[/h2]

Though locals have long warned against demoing once the sun goes down, a group of foolish teens has unleashed a long-buried horror from deep below. As the villains of classic horror franchises rise from the soil, brave players who survive their Challenges can earn horrifying rewards.

Play Spooky Cube and Heatseeker in the cursed Farmstead (Spooky) Arena to unlock Golden Pumpkins and Haunted Hallows Challenge Rewards. Still need the perfect spine-chilling soundtrack? Discover frightful Horror Villain Player Anthems in the Item Shop.

Be afraid! Your worst nightmares come to life from October 19 to November 1.



[h2]Spooky Souvenirs[/h2]

Throughout Haunted Hallows, players can complete Haunted Hallows Challenges to unlock rewards inspired by iconic horror movies. Hardcore horror fans will love the Jigsaw Blade Wheels and Sam’s Treat Wheels, while the Snazzy Skull Topper is perfect for those who prefer the fun side of our favorite spooky season.

Wanna Play? Chucky’s Good Guys Wheels will be your friend till the end! We just need to work out a couple of “technical issues” where they “come to life” and start “chasing players.”

Made from a very special kind of leather, the Leatherface’s Mask Decal will have you screaming with excitement. Just don’t ask us where we got it.

Let the games begin! The Billy The Puppet Decal will have you laughing all the way to the winner’s circle. Just don’t let your ego spiral out of control.

[h2]No Tricks, Just Treats[/h2]

Sam has a different Rule #1 than players might be used to: ALWAYS give candy to trick-or-treaters.

In the ghoulish spirit of giving, players can earn Golden Pumpkins to unlock Items from the Velocity, Triumph, and Auriga Item Series’. Golden Pumpkins work just like previous Golden rewards⁠—complete the Challenge up to five times to earn Golden Pumpkins, then open them in your Inventory to unlock items.

Most people are so ungrateful to be alive. But not you. Not anymore. After all, players can also pick up the free “Sole Survivor” Player Title in the Item Shop!

[h2]Enter The Item Shop[/h2]

Nothing sets the mood quite like the perfect spooky soundtrack. This season, stock up on scares with Horror Villain Player Anthems from some of horror’s most iconic franchises. Need a little something extra to cut through the noise? The Billy The Puppet Goal Explosion will also be sold for 800 Credits! These Items will all be available in the Item Shop throughout Haunted Hallows.

[h2]Horror Villain Player Anthems (300 Credits Each)[/h2]

• Chucky’s Laugh Player Anthem
  Halloween Player Anthem
  Hello Zepp Player Anthem
  Leatherface’s Chainsaw Player Anthem
  Trick or Treat Player Anthem
  You Make Me Feel Like It’s Halloween Player Anthem by Muse

[h2]Spooky Cube LTM[/h2]

Now, the game's simple. Best ones are. Spooky Cube brings a bit of Halloween fun to Farmstead (Spooky) Arena with a dynamic pumpkin cube. With increased ball speed and random bounces, you’ll need to maximize your Halloween spirit if you want to smash this pumpkin! Spooky Cube will be playable from October 19 to 26.



[h2]Heatseeker LTM[/h2]

Dearly departed, we gather here today to play a bone-rattling game of Heatseeker. Like a zombie drawn to brains, the ball will rocket towards your opponent's goal as soon as you touch it, leading to hair-raising long shots and even more terrifying whiffs! Heatseeker will be playable in Farmstead (Spooky) Arena from October 26 to November 1.

Get your candy bowls ready! Haunted Hallows comes alive from October 19 to November 1.


[h3]Billy The Puppet Decal and Jigsaw Blade Wheels[/h3]


[h3]Sam’s Trick Decal and Sam’s Treat Wheels[/h3]


[h3]Chucky Doll Decal and Good Guys Wheels[/h3]


[h3]Leatherface’s Mask Decal and Leatherface’s Chainsaw Wheels[/h3]

Brace yourself Rocket League players, hold onto something I swear to god this is gonna shake you to your core. From now until October 18, the Hoops event is live which, instead of revelling in the lovely, relaxing, embracing football we’ve grown, we’ve gotten another basketball arena. I’m shaking.

That’s right, with a new arena called “The Block”, players will be able to shoot balls into — get this — large circular hoops at each side of the arena, as opposed to the smaller, elegant goals Rocket League is known for.

There’s more! With the new arena and event there’s challenges are rewards to dive — or drive — into. Rewards include the illustrious new game time player anthem, and the animated double dribble topper. What a mouthful, and one you’ll want to nab before the event goes forever.

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[h2]Streetball Roots Run Deep in Sovereign Heights [/h2]

While the biggest names in basketball have traditionally come from Dunk House, there lives a hardcore group of Hoops mains who traded hardwood courts for asphalt. Located in the Sovereign Heights community park, The Block Arena is a new outdoor court with a huge reputation in the local streetball scene.

To celebrate its construction, we’re introducing The Block Party, a basketball-focused In-Game Event with some baller Block Party Challenge Rewards. Completing Event Challenges will reward you with the animated Double Dribble Topper, Game Time Player Anthem, a Very Rare Drop, and huge XP Rewards.

Looking for the soundtrack to your next big win? Players can take The Block back to the ‘80s with the shredding Jump Player Anthem, penned by the legendary Van Halen! This synth-heavy hit single is perfect for your next slam dunk and will be available in the Item Shop for a short time during The Block Party.

Get ready to show off your skills! Hoops will take over the regularly scheduled 1 p.m. PDT Competitive Tournaments Extra Modes slot on North American servers, and the 1 p.m. UTC slot on European servers during The Block Party.

The Block Party begins right now and will rock the house until October 18.

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[h2]Under The Hood [/h2]
With the launch of the first new Hoops Arena since the Mode’s initial debut, we’re also happy to announce our second episode of Under the Hood! This behind-the-scenes series features Psyonix developers as they dive into the making of Rocket League, with this episode focusing on The Block Arena, the surrounding Sovereign Heights scenery, and the history behind this Arena’s creation. Watch Under the Hood here.

Better get there early for a primo seat. The Block Party will run from October 12 to October 18.

Version: Rocket League v2.21
Platforms: Epic Games Store, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Steam, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S
Scheduled Release: 10/11/2022, 4 p.m. PDT / 11 p.m. UTC

[h2]New Content[/h2]

[h3]New Arena: The Block (Hoops)[/h3]

• The Block is now available in Private Matches, Exhibition Matches, and Free Play
  
  • The Block will be available in Online Matches starting October 12
    

[h3]New Arena: Farmstead (Spooky)[/h3]

• Farmstead (Spooky) is available in Private Matches, Exhibition Matches, and Free Play
  

[h3]El Chapulín Colorado[/h3]

• The El Chapulín Colorado tab is now live in the Item Shop for a limited time
  

[h3]Esports Shop[/h3]

• All teams in the Esports Shop have new Home and Away kits
  
  • Kits are available for Dominus, Fennec, and Octane Car Bodies
    
• North America (NA):
  • Complexity
    
  • Dignitas
    
  • FaZe Clan
    
  • FURIA
    
  • Ghost Gaming
    
  • G2 Esports
    
  • Luminosity
    
  • NRG
    
  • OpTic Gaming
    
  • Rogue
    
  • Spacestation Gaming
    
  • Version1
    
• Europe (EU):
  • Endpoint
    
  • Evil Geniuses
    
  • Guild
    
  • Karmine Corp
    
  • Moist Esports
    
  • Oxygen Esports
    
  • Soniqs
    
  • Team BDS
    
  • Team Liquid
    
  • Team Vitality
    
• Oceania (OCE):
  • KC Pioneers
    
  • PWR
    
• South America (SAM):
  • Team Secret
    
• Middle East/North Africa (MENA):
  • Team Falcons
    

[h2]Changes and Updates[/h2]

[h3]Arenas - Ball Indicator[/h3]

• Updated the version of the “cage” ball indicator (which appears when the ball is on or close to a wall) on Sovereign Heights, Salty Shores (Night), Neo Tokyo (all versions), and Starbase ARC (all versions)
  
  • The cage ball indicator in these arenas matches the indicator already used in Champions Field
    
• Modified the cage ball indicator on Champions Field (Day), and Salty Shores (Night)
  
  • The indicator now features a colored outer ring for improved visibility on these brighter Arenas
    

[h3]Arenas - Online Matches[/h3]

• Neo Tokyo has been re-added to Online Playlists
  

[h2]Bug Fixes[/h2]

• Fixed a bug preventing bots from leaving the scoreboard when replaced by a human player
  
• Changed the Ford Bronco Raptor back to the Merc hitbox
  
• [Rumble] Fixed the targeting crosshair so it does not remain on screen during a Goal Replay
  
• Fixed appearance of Painted Standard Boost exhaust
  
• Fixed Portuguese localization for “Nice Demo” Quick Chat
  
• Fixed appearance of notifications for players using a 4:3 or 5:4 aspect ratio resolution
  
• Fixed a bug that granted Honda Civic Type R Wheels to players who do not own the Car Body
  
  • Any player who has the Wheels without owning the Car Body will keep them
    
• [Nintendo Switch] Fixed appearance of Franko Fone: Inverted Wheels
  
• [Knockout] Splitscreen players will no longer be kicked once the primary player/player 1 is eliminated from the match
  
• [PlayStation] Players are now properly notified with an error message if they try to unblock a player on the in-game Friends List that is also blocked on the platform level
  
• Fixed a visual bug in the Color Picker menu when both controller and keyboard and mouse are plugged in
  

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