 | Digital Release: | PC July 07, 2015 - Steam September 23, 2020 - Epic Games PlayStation 4 July 07, 2015 (AU, EU, US) November 04, 2015 (JP) Xbox One February 17, 2016 (AU, EU, JP, US) Nintendo Switch November 14, 2017 (EU, JP, US) |
| Delisting: | September 23, 2020 - Steam | |
| Developer: | Psyonix | |
| Publisher: | Psyonix | |
| Available On: | Digital: PC (Epic Games) Nintendo Switch PlayStation 4 Xbox One Retail: Nintendo Switch PlayStation 4 Xbox One |
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| Links: | Rocket League homepage SteamDB page |
Delisting
Psyonix announced on July 21st, 2020 that when Rocket League debuted on the Epic Games Store later that Summer that the game would be removed from Steam. Rocket League was ultimately delisted from Steam on September 23rd, 2020 but remains available, and will continue to be updated, for players who previously owned it. Psyonix’s announcement follows:
After nearly five years, millions of players, and billions of soccar matches played, it’s time to talk about the next chapter of Rocket League. The game wouldn’t be where it is today without our dedicated and amazing community. Today, we’re excited to announce that we’re gearing up to make that community even bigger. Beginning later this summer, Rocket League is going free to play!
What does this mean for the Rocket League gameplay you know and love? The core gameplay will remain the same, but we are refining the main menus to make exploring the game easier. Plus, we’re revamping and improving major features like Tournaments and Challenges, and introducing cross-platform progression! Rocket League action on the field will still be the same core, high-octane hybrid of sports and action you love today, and soon, even more players will share that love. That begins with Rocket League’s release on its newest platform: the Epic Games Store.
Rocket League will release on the Epic Games Store on PC the same time it goes free to play. This version of the game will be identical to the version found on other platforms, and will feature cross-platform play anywhere you play Rocket League, including between the Epic Games Store and Steam.
Once Rocket League goes free to play, anyone who already owns Rocket League on any platform (including Steam) will be able to play and enjoy the game with full support for future updates and features. However, the Steam version will no longer be available to download for new players. To put it simply, wherever you play now (including Steam), you’ll still be able to play in the future.
As has been the case with other Epic Games exclusives, it is likely that Rocket League will return to Steam after some period of exclusivity, presumably around one year.
About the Game
Rocket League is a high-powered hybrid of arcade-style soccer and vehicular mayhem with easy-to-understand controls and fluid, physics-driven competition. Rocket League includes casual and competitive Online Matches, a fully-featured offline Season Mode, special “Mutators” that let you change the rules entirely, hockey and basketball-inspired Extra Modes, and more than 500 trillion possible cosmetic customization combinations.
Winner or nominee of more than 150 “Game of the Year” awards, Rocket League is one of the most critically-acclaimed sports games of all time. Boasting a community of more than 57 million players, Rocket League features ongoing free and paid updates, including new DLCs, content packs, features, modes and arenas.
What’s New:
- Rocket Pass – Purchase Rocket Pass Premium to get an initial 50% XP bonus and earn up to 70 unique rewards, including a new Battle-Car, Goal Explosion, Keys, and more!
- Challenge System – Play Online Matches and complete Weekly Challenges to tier up and unlock unique rewards only found in Rocket Pass.
- Esports Shop – Show off your team pride for your favorite teams in Rocket League Esports! The Rocket League Esports Shop pilot program brings new Decals, Wheels, and Player Banners that represent some of the best teams in the sport. of the best teams in the sport.