Rocket League System Requirements: PC, Steam Deck and Consoles

Rocket League runs on modest hardware. The minimum PC is a 2.5 GHz dual-core processor, 4 GB of RAM and an NVIDIA GeForce 760 or AMD Radeon R7 270X. The recommended PC is a 3.0 GHz or faster quad-core processor, 8 GB of RAM and a GeForce GTX 1060 or Radeon RX 470. Either way, you need a 64-bit version of Windows, DirectX 11, a broadband connection and 20 GB of free storage.

Last checked: November 9, 2026.

Rocket League PC system requirements

These are the requirements Psyonix lists on the game's Steam store page.

Psyonix also notes that a gamepad or controller is recommended. A 64-bit processor and operating system are required.

Which Windows version you need

The listing still says Windows 7 (64-bit) or newer, but that line is out of date in practice. Steam has only supported Windows 10 and later since January 1, 2024, so plan on Windows 10 or Windows 11.

What the numbers mean

The minimum specs are modest by today's standards, so most gaming PCs and many recent laptops clear them easily. Meeting the minimum gets the game running. The recommended specs are what you want for a smooth, high frame rate, which matters a lot in a game where the ball moves this fast.

If your PC sits between the two, lower the graphics settings before anything else, since the graphics card is usually the limit.

Where to get Rocket League on PC

Rocket League has been free to play since September 23, 2020. Since then:

• New PC players download it free from the Epic Games Store.
• Players who owned it on Steam before it went free can still download, update and play that copy on Steam.

Your progress and items are tied to your Epic account, so link your accounts to keep everything together.

Mac

There's no supported Mac version. Psyonix ended online support for the native macOS and Linux versions in 2020, explaining that those players made up less than 0.3% of everyone playing. It offered refunds to owners at the time.

Easy Anti-Cheat on PC

Since late April 2026, Epic's Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC) has been required to play online on PC. A few things changed with it:

• Mods don't run with EAC on. Third-party mods, including the popular BakkesMod, are blocked while EAC is enabled.
• You can still use mods offline. If you turn EAC off, mods work in training, offline matches, LAN matches and replays, but not online.
• Workshop maps still work. You can play Steam Workshop maps with or without EAC, but you need EAC off to run mods on top of them.
• Some mod features are now built in. Psyonix added an MMR display, randomization in Custom Training and Free Play team colors to the base game, and Season 23 added extra training tools such as hitbox visualization and speed graphs.

If the game closes right after the anti-cheat window appears, make sure it's fully updated. A launch problem like this was fixed in the August 2026 update (v2.72).

Steam Deck and Linux

Rocket League works on the Steam Deck and on Linux, including online play with Easy Anti-Cheat. Psyonix confirmed both were supported when EAC arrived.

There's no native Linux version anymore, so the game runs through Valve's Proton compatibility layer. If you owned the game on Steam, install it there as usual. GamingOnLinux also reported the Epic version working online through the third-party Heroic Games Launcher after the anti-cheat update.

Consoles

Rocket League is free on:

• PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5
• Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S
• Nintendo Switch, and it also runs on Nintendo Switch 2

Since the free-to-play update, you don't need PlayStation Plus or Nintendo Switch Online to play online. Cross-play connects every platform, so console players match with PC players.

If you bought Rocket League DLC on Nintendo Switch or Switch 2, Season 22 made it available on your other platforms too, as long as your accounts are linked to the same Epic account.

Phones and tablets

There's no mobile version of Rocket League itself. Psyonix released a separate spin-off, Rocket League Sideswipe, for Android and iOS in 2021. It plays in 2D with short online 1v1 and 2v2 matches, and it's a separate game rather than a version of Rocket League.

Tips for older PCs and laptops

• Update your graphics driver before anything else.
• Lower the graphics quality settings in the game's video options, and turn off effects you don't need.
• Close background apps, especially browsers, overlays and launchers you aren't using.
• Plug laptops in, and make sure the game uses the dedicated graphics card if you have one.
• Cap your frame rate at a level your PC can hold steadily. A steady frame rate feels smoother than one that keeps jumping.
• Install the game on an SSD if you have one. Loading is faster, and you'll spend less time on loading screens.

Once the game runs well, set up your controls with our controller settings guide and your view with our camera settings guide. New players should start with our beginner guide.

Frequently asked questions

Can my PC run Rocket League?

Probably. You need at least a 2.5 GHz dual-core processor, 4 GB of RAM and a GeForce 760 or Radeon R7 270X, plus 64-bit Windows and 20 GB of storage. For smooth play, aim for a quad-core processor, 8 GB of RAM and a GTX 1060 or RX 470.

How many GB is Rocket League?

Psyonix lists 20 GB of available storage for the PC version. Leave some extra space free for future updates.

Does Rocket League work on Steam Deck?

Yes. Rocket League runs on Steam Deck through Proton, and Psyonix confirmed that Steam Deck and Linux are supported with Easy Anti-Cheat, so you can play online.

Can you play Rocket League on a Mac?

Not online. Psyonix ended online support for the macOS version in 2020, and there's no current Mac release. Mac players would need to run Windows or use another platform.

Does Rocket League have anti-cheat?

Yes. Easy Anti-Cheat has been required for online play on PC since late April 2026. Mods only work with it turned off, and only in offline modes, training, LAN and replays.

Is Rocket League still on Steam?

Only for people who owned it on Steam before September 2020. They can still download and play it there. Everyone else on PC gets it free from the Epic Games Store.

Do you need PS Plus to play Rocket League online?

No. Since Rocket League went free to play in 2020, you don't need PlayStation Plus or Nintendo Switch Online to play online.