Since its launch in 2015, the high-octane sports game Rocket League has captivated players worldwide. With Season 18, the game introduces a fresh wave of excitement and features. Here's the scoop on the release date and what's new for fans in Rocket League Season 18.
Rocket League Season 18 Release Date
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Rocket League Season 18 kicked off on Friday, March 14, at 12 pm EST, rolling out across all major platforms including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Steam, and the Epic Games Store. Players diving into Season 18 can snag the Future Fashion player banner just by logging in. Plus, don't miss out on claiming the Breathe player anthem from the item shop for free until 2:59 am EST on Friday, March 21, as part of the season's perks.
Mark your calendars: Season 18 is set to wrap up on Wednesday, June 18. This is your last chance to complete the Rocket Passes and other seasonal challenges to score more rewards. To maximize your experience, consider the new premium Rocket Pass, which unlocks an array of stunning car customizations. With a new arena, mutators, and additional car bodies, Rocket League is pushing the envelope yet again this season.
Rocket League Season 18 New Features
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Season 18 brings a host of new elements to Rocket League. The star of the show is the new Futura Garden arena, accompanied by two fresh car bodies: the Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack and the Azura. The Daytona, included with the Season 18 premium Rocket Pass purchase, sports the Dominus-style hitbox. Meanwhile, the Azura, available in the higher tiers of the Rocket Pass, features a Breakout-style hitbox. Both vehicles can cross over into Fortnite once unlocked. Additionally, a new sound cue has been introduced to give players that satisfying ping when the ball just misses the goal.
A range of mutators now allows players to tweak game conditions in Exhibition Mode and private matches, with new additions and tweaks to existing ones. Season-specific challenges and competitive matches await players, alongside Season 18 tournaments offering their own set of rewards. Any unspent points from Season 17 will automatically convert into rewards.
On the technical side, Season 18 adjusts the center of mass for several car bodies and refines matchmaking processes within subregions. Numerous performance issues and bugs have been addressed, as outlined in the patch notes from Epic Games. To foster a positive community environment, players can now use voice reporting to flag toxic behavior post-match, adhering to the game's community guidelines.
That's the rundown on Rocket League Season 18. Dive in and experience the thrill of this updated season on your favorite platform.
