Rocket League
138 documents in the library are about Rocket League, from writers such as The Esports Advocate, Esports Charts and GameDiscoverCo, the newest from 2026. Each has a summary and key insights with the page they come from.
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.
- Released
- Jul 6, 2015
- Developer
- Psyonix
- Genres
- Racing, Sport, Indie
- Platforms
- Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
- Links
- Official site, Wikipedia
Game data from IGDB.com
Key figures
The sale follows a high-performing 2025 for NRG, which included winning the Valorant Champions title for a $1 million prize and securing their second consecutive Rocket League World Championship for $300,000.
The Esports Advocate, 2025 · NRG Sold to DarkZero in Undisclosed Asset Sale
The 2024 iteration of the Rocket League Esports World Cup featured a total prize pool of $550,000, with winner Team BDS earning $200,000.
The Esports Advocate, 2024 · Rocket League Returns to the Esports World Cup in 2025
Documents about Rocket League
FIFA Postpones FIFAe Finals in Jeddah After Japan and Brazil Withdraw
The FIFAe Finals 2026, originally scheduled to take place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, have been postponed indefinitely following the withdrawal of national teams from Japan and Brazil.
- FIFA and the Saudi Esports Federation postponed the 2026 FIFAe Finals in Jeddah indefinitely, just one day before the scheduled start on October 16, 2026.
- The decision followed the withdrawal of national teams from Japan and Brazil, both of which cited safety, security, and regional tensions as primary concerns.
- The withdrawals occurred in the wake of a Houthi strike on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport, which resulted in at least 12 deaths and over 300 injuries.
EWC 2026 Last Chance Qualifiers: Dates, Games, and Slots
The EWC 2026 Last Chance Qualifiers (LCQs) constitute a tightly packed, month-long series of tournaments designed to grant teams and players a final pathway into the World Cup.
- The EWC 2026 Last Chance Qualifiers (LCQs) will allocate 38 total slots—32 individual and 6 club berths—across eight titles, including Counter-Strike 2, Street Fighter 6, and EA Sports FC.
- The final Paris-based LCQ phase is scheduled to run from July 5 to August 10, 2026, following a series of over fifteen high-profile qualifying events held between mid-April and late June.
- Viewership for the 2026 IEM Cologne Major reached a peak of one million viewers, with Stage 3 opening times occurring 30% faster than the previous Major.
Plans for 25,000-Seat London Colosseum to Host Esports Events
A business consortium has unveiled plans for the "London Colosseum," a proposed 25,000-seat arena dedicated to hosting major international esports tournament finals.
- A business consortium has proposed the 'London Colosseum,' a 25,000-seat arena designed to host major international esports tournament finals.
- The facility is planned for the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford, East London, near the existing Copperbox Arena.
- The venue is intended to be a multi-sport hub, with additional plans to host world championship boxing and serve as the European home for a London-based NBA franchise.
Best Esports Players of Q1 2026
The first quarter of 2026 represents a pivotal period for the global esports landscape, characterized by the consolidation of veteran dominance and the rapid ascent of emerging regional talent.
- Team Vitality’s ZywOo reached a career milestone of 30 MVP awards in Q1 2026, underscoring the continued dominance of veteran players in the global esports landscape.
- Gentle Mates’ victory at the Rocket League Boston Major set a new all-time viewership record for the title, highlighting the growing commercial impact of major tournament events.
- League of Legends player Caps maintained his status as a central industry figure by securing a regional title at the LEC 2026 Versus tournament.
Top Esports Co-streamers: LoL, CS2, Valorant, and More Q1 2026
Co-streaming has solidified its position as the primary engine for esports viewership throughout the first quarter of 2026.
- Co-streaming has become the primary driver of esports viewership in Q1 2026, frequently outperforming official broadcasts by providing localized, personality-driven commentary.
- The esports landscape is increasingly decentralized, with major events now relying on a network of influencers rather than centralized official channels to maximize reach.
- Regional powerhouses and language-specific creators, such as BaianoTV in Brazil and prominent Russian-speaking streamers, are essential for capturing and maintaining market-specific engagement.
Huge Changes Coming to VCT in 2027
Riot Games is set to overhaul the Valorant Champions Tour (VCT) in 2027, transitioning from a closed franchise-style league to a more open, tournament-based ecosystem.
- Starting in 2027, the Valorant Champions Tour (VCT) will transition from a franchise-based league to an open tournament system featuring regional qualifiers.
- Top performers from regional tournaments will advance to international Masters and Champions events, maintaining the existing global competition structure.
- Non-partnered teams will gain access to new financial opportunities, including performance-based cash incentives, travel support, and a share of over $6 million in annual prize pools.
Esports Viewership February 2026: LCK, CS & RLCS Trends
The esports landscape in February 2026 demonstrated significant growth and shifting engagement patterns, driven by high-stakes regional tournaments and strategic shifts in broadcast accessibility.
- The LCK Cup saw a marquee match between T1 and Dplus reach a peak of over 1.5 million concurrent viewers in February 2026.
- The Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS) Boston Major set a record of 624,000 concurrent viewers, driven by a revamped rewards program and strategic co-casting.
- The Call of Duty League experienced positive viewership momentum following its transition away from platform exclusivity.
Wolves Esports Partners With Luna Esports for ePremier League
Wolves Esports has entered into a partnership with the Portuguese organization Luna Esports to compete in the EA Sports FC ePremier League.
- Wolves Esports has partnered with Luna Esports to compete in the UK-based EA Sports FC ePremier League.
- The two players representing Wolves Esports in the competition are Diogo “Diogo” Mendes and Goncalo “RastaArtur” Pinto.
- Both players are members of Luna Esports, a Portuguese organization founded by footballer Diogo Jota in 2020.
Road to EWC 2026 Formally Launches
The Esports World Cup Foundation has officially launched the "Road to EWC 2026," a comprehensive global qualification program designed to funnel competitors into the Esports World Cup 2026, scheduled to take place in Riyadh from July 6 to August 23, 2026.
- The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) has launched 'Road to EWC 2026,' a global qualification program featuring over 230 tournaments that serve as the primary pathway for competitors to reach the 2026 Esports World Cup.
- The 2026 Esports World Cup is scheduled to take place in Riyadh from July 6 to August 23.
- The qualification program utilizes a unified global calendar that integrates existing publisher leagues, international events, and open qualifiers to create a structured path from grassroots to professional levels.
Saudi Esports Federation Teams With Yalla Group for Saudi eLeague 2026
The Saudi Esports Federation (SEF) has entered into a strategic partnership with the Dubai-based social networking and gaming company Yalla Group Limited for the 2026 season of the Saudi eLeague.
- The Saudi Esports Federation (SEF) has named Dubai-based Yalla Group as the official event partner for the 2026 Saudi eLeague (SEL).
- The partnership focuses on fostering the growth of the Women’s Saudi eLeague, which was introduced to the competition circuit in 2025.
- Yalla Group and the SEF will collaborate to establish a Talent Development Program in partnership with the Saudi Esports Academy to provide training and mentorship to local athletes.
BLAST Opens Destination City Proposals for 2027, 2028
BLAST has officially initiated its host destination selection process for major live arena events scheduled for 2027 and 2028.
- BLAST has opened its host destination bidding process for 2027 and 2028, seeking cities to host major live arena events across titles including Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, Fortnite, Rocket League, Rainbow Six Siege, and Brawl Stars.
- Interested cities must register their interest by February 12, 2026, with final bid submission deadlines set for March 16, 2026, for 2027 events and July 3, 2026, for 2028 events.
- BLAST plans to produce 40 live arena events worldwide, building on a 2025 performance that saw 15 arena shows held across 10 countries and four continents.
NRG Sold to DarkZero in Undisclosed Asset Sale
The esports organization NRG has been acquired by Las Vegas-based DarkZero in an undisclosed asset sale, as announced in December 2025.
- NRG has been sold to Las Vegas-based esports organization DarkZero in an undisclosed asset sale, as announced on December 19, 2025.
- The acquisition includes the transfer of NRG’s teams, staff, and brand, with DarkZero expected to maintain existing partnerships with sponsors such as ASUS ROG, Spectrum, and the Army National Guard.
- NRG founder Andy Miller will remain with the organization in an advisory capacity, while he and existing investors will retain ownership of the separate gaming and entertainment division, Full Squad Gaming.