The exhilarating sports game *Rocket League* has captivated online gaming enthusiasts since its debut in 2015. With the arrival of Season 18, the game continues to evolve, offering fresh and exciting updates. Here’s what you need to know about the *Rocket League* Season 18 release date and the new features that come with it.
Rocket League Season 18 Release Date
*Rocket League* Season 18 kicked off on Friday, March 14 at 12 pm EST across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Steam, and the Epic Games Store. Players jumping into the game during Season 18 can claim the exclusive Future Fashion player banner. Additionally, the Breathe player anthem is available for free in the item shop until 2:59 am EST on Friday, March 21, as part of the season's incentives.
The season is set to run until Wednesday, June 18, giving players ample time to complete Rocket Passes and participate in timely challenges for more rewards. To maximize your experience, consider the new premium Rocket Pass, which unlocks a range of stylish car customizations. With a new arena, mutators, features, and car bodies, *Rocket League* Season 18 is packed with content to keep the adrenaline pumping.
Rocket League Season 18 New Features
Season 18 introduces the visually stunning new arena, Futura Garden, along with two exciting car bodies: the Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack and the Azura. The Daytona is immediately available upon purchasing the Season 18 premium Rocket Pass and features the Dominus-style hitbox. The Azura, available in higher tiers of the Rocket Pass, comes with the Breakout-style hitbox. Both car bodies can be used in *Fortnite* once unlocked, enhancing cross-play opportunities. A new sound cue also adds to the gameplay experience, with a satisfying ping sound when the ball narrowly misses the goal off the posts or crossbeam.
A variety of mutators have been introduced to alter game conditions in Exhibition Mode and private matches. Some existing mutators have been tweaked, adding more variety to the gameplay. Players can now engage in season-specific challenges and competitive matches, as well as participate in Season 18 tournaments with unique rewards. Any unspent points from Season 17 will be automatically converted into rewards for the new season.
On the technical front, Season 18 includes minor adjustments to the center of mass for several car bodies and refinements to the game’s internal matchmaking processes within subregions. Numerous performance issues and bugs have been resolved, as detailed in the patch notes from Epic Games. To promote a healthy gaming environment, players can now use voice reporting to address toxic behavior post-match, in line with the game’s community rules.
That wraps up everything you need to know about *Rocket League* Season 18. Dive in and enjoy the latest updates across your favorite platforms.
*Rocket League is available now on various platforms.*
