Since its debut in 2015, the high-octane sports game *Rocket League* has captivated fans with its thrilling online gameplay. With the launch of Season 18, the game continues to evolve, introducing exciting new features and updates. Here's everything you need to know about the release date and what to expect from *Rocket League* Season 18.
Rocket League Season 18 Release Date
*Rocket League* Season 18 kicked off on Friday, March 14 at 12 pm EST across all supported platforms, including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Steam, and the Epic Games Store. Players logging in 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 other seasonal challenges to earn more rewards. For those looking to maximize their experience, the new premium Rocket Pass offers access to a range of new car customizations, ensuring players can score in style. With a new arena, mutators, features, and car bodies, *Rocket League* continues to push the boundaries of excitement in Season 18.
Rocket League Season 18 New Features
Season 18 introduces several exciting additions to *Rocket League*. The new arena, Futura Garden, sets the stage for intense matches. Two new car bodies, the Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack and the Azura, are also introduced. The Daytona, available immediately upon purchasing the Season 18 premium Rocket Pass, features a Dominus-style hitbox. The Azura, unlockable in the later tiers of the premium Rocket Pass, comes with a Breakout-style hitbox. Both car bodies are cross-playable in *Fortnite* once unlocked. A new sound cue adds to the gameplay experience, providing a satisfying ping when the ball narrowly misses the goal.
A variety of mutators are now available to modify game conditions in Exhibition Mode and private matches, with new additions and modifications to existing mutators. Players can engage in season-specific challenges and competitive matches, as well as participate in Season 18 tournaments, which offer their own set of rewards. Any unspent Season 17 points will be automatically converted into rewards.
On the technical side, Season 18 includes 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 addressed, as detailed in the patch notes from Epic Games. To enhance player safety and maintain a sportsmanlike community, a new voice reporting feature allows players to report toxic behavior post-match, in accordance with the game's community rules.
That covers all the key details about *Rocket League* Season 18. Get ready to dive into the action and enjoy the new features and enhancements this season brings.
*Rocket League is available now on various platforms.*