Highlights
- Rocket League is known for its unique gameplay and customization options, which will soon include Lightning McQueen from Disney and Pixar's Cars franchise.
- The game features high-octane multiplayer action with customizable vehicles, with previous branded content including Puma and Ford.
- The Lightning McQueen Mega Bundle will be available starting November 7, including the iconic character, decals, wheels, goal explosion, player banner, and player anthem.
Known for its unique gameplay, Rocket League features a variety of customization options, which will soon include Lightning McQueen from Disney and Pixar's animated movie Cars. Rocket League branded content has previously included the sportswear company Puma and auto manufacturer Ford, though pop culture crossovers have been among the top fan-favorites.
A high-octane multiplayer game, Rocket League gives players control over a variety of vehicles that are used to play soccer and score goals with giant balls, unique tricks, and powerful boosts. Players are able to customize their vehicles to enhance gameplay and showcase personal esthetics, with new decals and celebrations considered to be welcome additions to the game.
Rocket League recently announced a massive new in-game bundle that will introduce the iconic Lightning McQueen from Disney and Pixar. The main protagonist of the animated Cars franchise, Lightning McQueen is known for his incredible speed, intense competitiveness, and "Ka-chow" catchphrase. Players have been asking for quite some time for the classic character to be added to Rocket League, particularly as memes have boosted Lightning McQueen's popularity in recent years.
Lightning McQueen Mega Bundle
The entire Lightning McQueen Mega Bundle will be available starting November 7 for 2,500 in-game credits and includes the following:
- Lightning McQueen Car (Dominus Hitbox)
- Rust-eze Decal
- Dinoco Decal
- Cruisin' Decal
- Lightyear Racing Wheels
- Lightyear Dinoco Wheels
- Lightyear Whitewall Wheels
- Ka-chow Goal Explosion
- Lightning McQueen Player Banner
- "Life Is A Highway" Player Anthem by Rascal Flatts
The official Rocket League announcement page notes that some of the game's toppers, boosts, trails, and goal explosions can be customized with Lightning McQueen, but different antennas cannot be used. Players should note that other branded items have varying restrictions and may not be compatible with a Lightning McQueen build.
Fans have already begun celebrating the announcement, with many players commenting on how surprised they are to see that the Rocket League developers were able to negotiate a deal with Disney and Pixar. One fan in particular commented that they never expected Lightning McQueen to actually make it into the game in their lifetime, showcasing how exciting this new addition is for many players. While some fans are still disappointed with last month's announcement that Rocket League will be removing a key feature come December, others are looking on the bright side with Lightning McQueen's arrival.
While Rocket League is often highlighted for its competitive esports content, many fans enjoy fun additions to the game that everyone can enjoy. The sheer variety of cars in Rocket League opens the door for numerous crossover opportunities, and as fans celebrate the Lightning McQueen announcement, interested players will want to stay tuned for future updates to the game.
Rocket League
Rocket League is an exciting and engaging mixture of racing and soccer which has players piloting specialized vehicles that battle against one another to score goals with a giant ball.
