Since its debut in 2015, the thrilling sports game *Rocket League* has continuously evolved, keeping players engaged with fresh content. The release of Season 18 marks another exciting chapter, bringing new features and rewards to the beloved game. Here's a detailed look at the release date and what fans can 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, accessible across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Steam, and the Epic Games Store. Players jumping in during Season 18 can snag 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 scheduled to run until Wednesday, June 18, giving players ample time to complete Rocket Passes and engage in seasonal challenges for extra rewards. For those looking to maximize their experience, the new premium Rocket Pass offers access to stunning new car customizations, ensuring you score goals with flair. With the introduction of a new arena, mutators, and new car bodies, *Rocket League* continues to accelerate into new territory with Season 18.
Rocket League Season 18 New Features
Season 18 introduces the vibrant Futura Garden arena, along with two 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, unlockable in later tiers of the pass, boasts the Breakout style hitbox. Both cars are compatible with *Fortnite* once unlocked, adding a cross-play element to the excitement.
A new sound cue enhances the gameplay experience, providing a satisfying ping when the ball narrowly misses the goal, either off the goalposts or the crossbeam. Season 18 also brings a variety of mutators to Exhibition Mode and private matches, with new additions and tweaks to existing ones. Players can dive into season-specific challenges and competitive matches, and participate in Season 18 tournaments, all of which offer unique rewards. Any unused Season 17 points will be automatically converted into rewards, ensuring no effort goes unrewarded.
On the technical front, Season 18 adjusts the center of mass for several existing car bodies and refines the game's matchmaking processes within subregions. Numerous performance issues and bugs have been addressed, as detailed in the patch notes from Epic Games. To foster a safe and sportsmanlike community, players can now use voice reporting to report toxic behavior post-match, in accordance with the game's community rules.
That wraps up everything you need to know about *Rocket League* Season 18. Get ready to hit the field and enjoy all the new features and rewards this season has to offer!
*Rocket League is available now on various platforms.*
