In Rocket League, few things are as important as knowing how to drive your car. Here are some tips to help you succeed.
Rocket League is one of the best competitive games of the past decade. The community is bigger than ever, with new and returning players looking to climb the rankings to become the champion. One of the most important aspects of Rocket League gameplay is ball control.
Reverse flipping
While this may seem like an obvious piece of advice, a back toss is one of the best ways to win and maintain possession. Most opponents do not expect a backflip kick, and players who can turn the kick into possession will have an advantage over the opposing team. First, players need to master the semi-flip, which is performed by pressing the joystick after performing a backflip with the ball cam off. Gamers can combine half-scatter or roll-over cancellation with air throw to immediately face in the opposite direction and retain possession of the ball.
Direct fit
Landing straight is another simple tip that even seasoned players overlook. Even before a player gets possession of the ball, he must be in position for the first touch. Whenever a car in Rocket League is in the air, gamers should focus on landing in the direction they would like to go. Correctly positioned, players will find it much easier to deal with the next blow of the enemy.
Reversible ball cam
Many intermediate to advanced players do not switch cam ball sufficiently. When players try to dribble and control the ball on the ground, they must turn off the ball cam. Disabling the cam of the ball has two benefits to the player. The first is improved mobility and handling when moving forward. Second, gamers can align their car in a straight line. The ball cam will provide players with an easier view for balancing and guiding the ball. When players are not dribbling, they must have a cam for the ball to locate the players and track the trajectory of the ball.
Bouncing ball
One of the most important steps in learning to dribble and control the ball is to throw it on the roof of the car. Pros seem to easily place and control the ball on the hood of their car. However, there are a number of steps that gamers need to follow before they can dribble like a pro. The easiest way to pick up the ball is to bounce up to it and pull the left trigger to slow down before hitting the ball. The key to gaining control of the ball in Rocket League is moving fast enough to pick up the ball, but at the right pace to balance it. A quick workout will help new players know how fast to move before touching the ball.
Balancing a ball in a trap
Whether the player is tossing the ball up or grabbing it in the air, balancing is the next step that gamers need to teach to become elite dribblers. Players should visualize the hitbox and imagine that they are trying to balance the ball on the book. When the ball falls to the left, players need to move to the left to regain balance. To test the theory, players can ride in a circle when the ball tilts left or right. If the players are moving in a perfect circle in the direction of the tilt of the ball, it will remain suspended at the edge of the machine. Rocket League players trying to improve their control must develop an understanding of hitboxing and physics before they can practice balance. Again, becoming a top dribbler cannot be overnight, and players need to practice to learn how to balance with the ball.
Performing clicks
Once Rocket League players learn to balance with the ball, they can start trying to throw the ball in order to pass, shoot and dodge defenders. The easiest push can be done with the ball in the center of the car. Players just need to do a forward somersault in order to score the ball. As with balancing the ball, if the ball is on one side of the machine, the player must roll over to that side of the machine to perform a controlled shot. If the ball is in front of the car, it will travel in a higher trajectory, and if it is near the spoiler, it will fly in a lower trajectory.
Scoop from side to side
One of the most effective intermediate dribbling tactics is to use the side of the car to pick up the ball one way and then the other. Gamers can use this tactic by moving close to the ball and transforming into it. The ball will either roll out or roll to the other side of the car. Rocket League players can successfully use this tactic in the lower divisions and it is one of the best ways to learn how to drive in Rocket League.
The air rolls down the wall and breaks away from it
When entering or exiting a wall, players can throw air to glue all four wheels to the surface after each hit. Throwing in the air will allow players a more controlled approach to their next shot. At the same time, landing on any surface in Rocket League will drop the machine's double jump. Players who have already pulled the ball off the sidewall must also use roll to level the car before the next hit or jump in the air.
Ball indicator and size
Few players even notice, but when the cam of the ball is off, a white circle appears, indicating where the ball will hit the ground. The indicator will also show how far the ball is from hitting the field. Players looking to catch and dribble the ball can use the indicator just before the first touch for a precision hit or trap. The indicator is also useful when the ball is directly over the player.
