With the release of Patch 2.43, Rocket League introduces several updates and prepares for Season 16. Notable changes include adjustments to demolition camera movement and sound enhancements. Here’s everything you need to know.
Patch 2.43: Key Updates and Changes
Demolition Camera
- New Camera Transition: After a demolition, the camera now transitions from the demolition site to the respawn location, allowing players to view their surroundings before returning to the match.
- Manual Control: Players can control the camera during the transition to explore the area around the respawn point.
- Customizable Settings: A new “demolition transition time” setting has been added to the Camera section. The default time is 0.75 seconds, but players can adjust it between 0.00 (instant transition) and 1.00 seconds.
Demolition Sound
- Increased volume for the sound alerting players when a teammate is demolished.
- The volume control for this sound is available under Settings → Audio → “Gameplay.”
New Content
Music Updates
- New track artwork added:
- Solomon France – “Magazine (feat. RIENK)”
- Solomon France & Hailure – “Crisis”
Antenna Update
- The Dirtyphonics Antenna has been updated with a new logo.
Tournament Rewards
- Two mistakenly added reward items have been updated for players who earned them:
- Breakout: Ombre decal replaced by Breakout: No Way Ombre.
- X-Devil: Grim Weeper decal replaced by X-Devil: Fatal Error.
Rocket League v2.43 will release on all platforms on September 3 at 4pm PT / 11pm UTC
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Bug Fixes
- Fixed the “First Row” boost not displaying special effects.
- Resolved issues with black-painted Werewolf and Diestro bodies transferring from Fortnite to Rocket League.
- Corrected the visual problem with painted variants of the McLaren 765LT wheels.
- The text chat is now enabled by default for proper functionality.
- Fixed misalignment of color tags in the Item Shop.
- The default decals on the BMW M240i now unlock correctly.
- Resolved an issue with long nameplate acceleration indicators not displaying.
- Texture problems on Farmstead (Pitched) map have been fixed on all platforms.
Champion’s Road and RLCS World Championship 2024
Rocket League has partnered with PUMA to host the Champion’s Road event, celebrating the RLCS World Championship 2024. This special event will run from September 9 to September 30 and offers players the chance to participate in weekly challenges to earn exclusive rewards.
Earn the “Goat in Training” Title
By winning a Psyonix-scheduled tournament during Champion’s Road, players can earn the prestigious title of “Goat in Training.” The title will be available from September 9 to September 30, giving players several chances to participate in tournaments and claim this coveted recognition.
Weekly Challenges and Rewards
Each week, new challenges will be unlocked. Don’t worry if you miss the first week, as challenges can be completed later. Here are the main challenges and rewards:
Week 1 (Starting September 9)
- PUMA Hex Wheels
- PUMA Badge Player Banner
- PUMA x Rocket League Topper
- PUMA Run Trail
- 2024 Gold Trophy: Earnable up to five times by completing the “Play 20 Online Matches” challenge. Each trophy grants items from the Vindicator, Elevation, or Nitro series.
- 20,000 XP: Awarded repeatedly by winning 10 online matches.
Week 2 (Starting September 16)
- “FOREVER. FASTER.” Title
- Hexstatic Avatar Border
- Hexstatic Player Banner
Week 3 (Starting September 23)
- Reaper Decal
- Sports Wheels
- 1 Imported Item
Item Shop and Special Bundles
During Champion’s Road, exclusive items will be available in the Rocket League Item Shop:
- RLCS Worlds 2024 Bundle (1000 Credits):
- Hotstreak Decal
- Tesseract Goal Explosion
- Victory Path Wheels
- Technoraid Boost
- PUMA – Champion’s Road Bundle (1500 Credits):
- PUMA High Octane Decal
- PUMA RS-X Decal
- PUMA Palermo Decal
- PUMA Blast Goal Explosion
- PUMA Hex Wheels: Infinite
- PUMA Shoebox Boost
Additionally, Ultrastar Wheels will be available for free in the Item Shop from September 10 to September 30.
RLCS World Championship 2024
The RLCS World Championship 2024 will take place from September 10-15 at the Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas, featuring a prize pool of $1,165,500 USD. The top Rocket League teams from around the world will compete for glory, and fans can watch all the action live on Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok via Rocket League Esports’ official channels.
Conclusion
Champion’s Road returns to Rocket League with exciting rewards, challenges, and collaborations, highlighting the partnership with PUMA and the RLCS World Championship 2024. Be sure to participate from September 9 to claim exclusive prizes and showcase your competitive spirit!
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