Is playing Rocket League still worth it?

[Ferdinand]

The Rocket League is that game that I play when I am bored and had no game in mind to play. That’s one of the reasons I've not been consistent with it for years.

Recently, I decided to put in much time in playing it, but only to notice something. While the competition has become tough, I realised that the number of players has reduced drastically.

What do you think has made a couple of players leave the game?

 

[Brad P]

The Rocket League is that game that I play when I am bored and had no game in mind to play. That’s one of the reasons I've not been consistent with it for years.

Recently, I decided to put in much time in playing it, but only to notice something. While the competition has become tough, I realised that the number of players has reduced drastically.

What do you think has made a couple of players leave the game?

Rocket League’s one of those games a lot of people dip in and out of rather than fully stick with.

I don’t think the playerbase has completely dropped off, but it’s definitely changed. A few things probably play into it:

• The skill ceiling’s gotten mad high if you’re not grinding regularly, it’s easy to feel left behind
• A lot of casual players moved on to newer games or trends
• Some people got put off when it went free-to-play — smurfing, matchmaking, that sort of thing
• Updates haven’t really felt “fresh” enough for long-time players

That said, it still feels pretty alive when you’re actually queuing, especially at peak times. Might just be more of a hardcore playerbase now rather than casuals.

What rank are you playing at now?

 

[Jake]

Not really my kind of game if I'm honest. Tried it a couple of times but the ceiling on it is pretty high and I don't have the patience for it after a long job. If you're already into it though I'd imagine it's still worth it.

 

[Ryan]

Yeah still worth it if that style of game appeals to you. The skill ceiling is what keeps it alive honestly -- there's always something to work on. Coming in fresh can feel brutal but once it clicks it really does click. Just be patient with the early ranked grind.

 

[Ferdinand]

Not really my kind of game if I'm honest. Tried it a couple of times but the ceiling on it is pretty high and I don't have the patience for it after a long job. If you're already into it though I'd imagine it's still worth it.

I got into it because its been a game that brings the competitive side of me with regards to playing against the best guys in the game. I still like the experience, but the drop in active players kinda got me thinking what must have went wrong.