Since its launch in 2015, the high-octane sports game *Rocket League* has captivated fans with its unique blend of soccer and vehicular action. As the game evolves, Season 18 brings fresh excitement and new features to keep the community engaged. Here’s everything you need to know about the release date and what's new in *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 multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Steam, and the Epic Games Store. Players who dive into the game during Season 18 can claim the exclusive Future Fashion player banner. Additionally, until 2:59 am EST on Friday, March 21, the Breathe player anthem is available for free in the item shop as part of the season's launch incentives.
The season is slated to run until Wednesday, June 18, giving players ample time to complete Rocket Passes and participate in time-limited challenges to earn various rewards. To maximize your enjoyment of Season 18, consider purchasing the new premium Rocket Pass, which offers an array of brand-new car customizations to help you score in style. With the introduction of a new arena, mutators, features, and car bodies, *Rocket League* continues to accelerate into new territories with this season.
Rocket League Season 18 New Features
Season 18 introduces the stunning new arena, Futura Garden, along with two exciting new car bodies: the Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack and the Azura. The Daytona, which comes with the Season 18 premium Rocket Pass, features the Dominus-style hitbox, while the Azura, available in the later tiers of the premium pass, uses the Breakout style hitbox. Both car bodies can be used in *Fortnite* once unlocked, enhancing cross-play possibilities.
A new sound cue has also been added to heighten the gameplay experience, providing a satisfying ping when the ball narrowly misses the goal off the posts or crossbeam.
The season also introduces a variety of mutators that can alter game conditions in Exhibition Mode and private matches. Several new mutators have been added, and some existing ones have been tweaked. Players can engage in season-specific challenges and competitive matches, as well as participate in Season 18 tournaments to win unique rewards. Any unspent Season 17 points will be automatically converted into rewards for players.
On the technical side, Season 18 includes slight adjustments to the center of mass for certain 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 promote a safe and sportsmanlike environment, players can now use voice reporting to report toxic behavior post-match, adhering to the game’s community rules.
With these updates, *Rocket League* Season 18 promises to deliver an enriched and dynamic gaming experience. *Rocket League* is available now on various platforms, so gear up and hit the field!
