Gaming
Rocket League Patch 1.05 Rolling Out Now On All Formats
Last week we have reported that the new Rocket League patch, patch 1.05, was going to be released within two weeks on both PC and PlayStation 4. It seems like things went better than anticipated, as the patch is now available for download on both PlayStation 4 and PC.
As previously announced, the new Rocket League 1.05 patch includes a new Find New Match option in the Ranked endgame screen. Also included in the new patch is plenty of new content and other tweaks and fixes that should make the experience more enjoyable for the many that are playing the game daily.
Here are the full patch notes for the new Rocket League 1.05 update.
NEW FEATURES
Online Play
- Added “Find New Match” option to Ranked endgame screen
- PC Players can now filter PlayStation 4 players out of matchmaking search
Ranked Season
- Season 1 has officially begun and all leaderboards have been reset
- The “Solo Standard” 3v3 Ranked Playlist has been re-added
- Season Rankings are now based on Rank Points (RP)
- Rank Points are gained or lost based on Player skill rating, teammates’ skill, and the opponent’s skill (like the Pre-Season rating)
- Rank Points change consistently throughout the Season unlike the Pre-Season skill rating, which changed less and less the more games that were played
- Earning 100 RP will promote Players to the next Division, but dropping below 0 RP will demote them to the previous Division
- The Player’s initial division is seeded based on their Pre-Season skill rating
- Ranked Divisions are now separated into…
- Unranked
- Bronze I
- Bronze II
- Bronze III
- Silver I
- Silver II
- Silver III
- Gold I
- Gold II
- Gold III
- Platinum (Top 100 Players)
- Reaching Silver, Gold, or Platinum division rewards players with special reward items at the Season’s end
- Note: Season 1 will last for the next several months. An end date will be announced several weeks in advance
UI/ UX
- Added Music Player interface to all menu screens
- Added “Featured Video” to in-game blog roll
- Added “Video Games” sub-section to Garage Items/ Antennas
- Spectate Mode: Added persistent nameplate that shows username and stats for all players
- Spectate Mode: Added the ability to focus on the ball while in Flycam
- (PC) Spectate Mode: Controls now support hotkeys for camera switching between players or free cam
CHANGES AND UPDATES
Online
- Ranked Pre-Season is now over (see above)
- Improved overall connection reliability
Arena – Utopia Coliseum
- Daylight has been changed to earlier in the day
- Overall lighting effects and ambiance have been improved
- Level boundaries are now more clearly defined
- Added new arches around the outside of the playing field (because it looks cooler)
- Player start positions and Boost placements have been standardized to match other maps
UI/ UX
- Moved “Save Replay” option lower in the post-game screen so it is not selected by default
- (PS4) Controller audio has been switched to “Off” by default for single-player, but can be toggled back on via Options menu (Splitscreen controller audio still defaults to “On”)
Garage Items
- Antennas
- Moved “Blacklight” to “Video Games” folder
- Moved “Blacklight: Retribution” to “Video Games” folder
- Moved “Edge of Space” to “Video Games” folder
- Moved “Fenix Rage” to “Video Games” folder
- Moved “Shadowgate” to “Video Games” folder
- Moved “Strike Vector EX” to “Video Games” folder
- Moved “Unreal” to “Video Games” folder
- Moved “Warframe” to “Video Games” folder
- Moved “Warframe Chroma” to “Video Games” folder
- Moved “Warframe Excalibur” to “Video Games” folder
- Moved “Warframe Loki” to “Video Games” folder
- (PS4) Moved “Sweet Tooth” to “Video Games” folder
BUG FIXES
General
- Direct Input and XInput controllers no longer stop working when played together
- Improved protection against corrupted save data
- Repaired boundary-collision issue that would sometimes allow players to exit the arena
- Fixed random invisibility bug associated with large Boost pick-ups
Audio
- Fixed issue that caused in-game sounds to drop in and out
- Repaired sound-related crash scenario that caused the game to crash on the loading screen after multiple matches
Maps
- Utopia Coliseum: Fixed issue that would sometimes allow the ball to fall through the bottom of the map
UI/ UX
- (PS4) Text chat now properly works after suspend/ resume
- (PS4) Corrected issue that caused PC players to appear nameless to PS4 players following suspend/ resume
Rocket League has been released only on PlayStation 4 and PC at the time but the team is well aware of the demand on other platforms. A few months ago the team confirmed that they are open to release the game on other platforms but this will depend on time, real demand and resources, as the team is too small to work on new versions of the game and updates for the current versions at the same time. The game is coming to SteamOS and Linux so there’s the chance that other console versions will follow in the future.
Rocket League is now available on PlayStation 4 and PC. We will keep you updated on the game as soon as more comes in on future patches or other versions so stay tuned for all the latest news on the excellent game developed by Psyonix.
Gaming
Documentary Explores the Making of the Highly Praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for PS5
Square Enix has launched a captivating documentary series that explores the intricate process behind the creation of the highly praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. In the first episode, titled “Shaping the World,” the developer delves into the process of reimagining the expansive PS1 map of the original game into a vast sandbox for the PS5. The film includes personal stories shared by directors Naoki Hamaguchi and Tetsuya Nomura, as well as other important members of the team.
This reimagining of the all-time PlayStation classic was truly enjoyable. In our review, we praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for its ability to enhance the already impressive combat system of Remake. The game truly shines in its portrayal of an iconic RPG setting. If you have a deep appreciation for the original PS1 game and found enjoyment in Remake, then Rebirth’s character-focused adventure will surely captivate you from start to finish.
Gaming
Gran Turismo 7 for the PS5 and PS4 shows continuous improvement
While Sony may not classify Gran Turismo 7 as a live-service game, the team at Polyphony Digital certainly approaches it with a similar mindset. The game continues to impress with every new update, and although v1.44 may be smaller compared to previous versions, it still manages to enhance the already extensive content of this simulation racer.
The update, now available worldwide, introduces three new cars: the Audi R8 Coupé V10 Plus ’16, the Lamborghini Urus ’18, and the Toyota GT-One (TS020) ’99. Furthermore, it introduces three fresh events to World Circuits, an extra menu to conquer in the GT Café single-player campaign, and a collection of livery stickers inspired by the upcoming Highspeed Étoile anime, set to debut next week in Japan.
If you’re not already acquainted with Highspeed Étoile, you can watch a trailer right here. “Sony has announced that a collection of 26 stickers, consisting of 8 title logos and 18 main character stickers, will be made available for a limited time,” stated Sony on the PS Blog. In addition, Fukushima will be included as a backdrop in the title’s beloved photography mode.
Gaming
TopSpin 2K25 appears to be a standout title in the recent PS5 and PS4 gameplay showcase
This author has consistently praised the realistic portrayal of tennis in TopSpin 4. After more than a decade, we are thrilled to witness the release of TopSpin 2K25, which expands upon the success of its renowned predecessor. This gameplay video provides a comprehensive overview of the features discussed in our recent preview while also incorporating relevant footage to enhance understanding.
The series’ swing system sets it apart from arcade-style games like Virtua Tennis, as it requires players to charge up their shots in a different way. In order to succeed, timing is crucial, and fortunately, a new meter above your player will assist you in achieving that. Surfaces have their own distinct characteristics, such as clay, where you’ll experience a noticeable amount of sliding.
The game ensures that every player has a distinct set of animations, adding a touch of individuality to each competitor. The courts, found in all Grand Slams, possess a remarkable amount of individuality and charm. It is mentioned in the video that with each in-game season, players can expect a plethora of additional content, such as animation packs. This indicates that there will be plenty to anticipate even after the game’s initial release.
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