A free game released way back in 2015 is currently a huge hit on Xbox, ranking as one of the top five most-played titles on Xbox One, Series S, and Series X. While free games are always popular, it’s remarkable that a game so old is still being played so much. This really shows how well-made it is – many consider it one of the greatest sports games ever, and a standout multiplayer experience from its era.
When people think back to 2015, games like *The Witcher 3*, *Fallout 4*, *Metal Gear Solid V*, *Bloodborne*, and *Undertale* are often remembered. While those are all fantastic games, they’re designed for single players. The multiplayer game that truly stood out that year was *Rocket League*. A decade later, *Rocket League* remains more popular and relevant than many of those titles, especially because it’s now free to play. Unlike some free-to-play games, purchasing extras doesn’t feel essential to the experience – the core gameplay was innovative in 2015 and is still incredibly fun today. Most other multiplayer games from 2015 haven’t aged as well. Thanks to continued support from its developers, Psyonix and Epic Games, *Rocket League* is arguably better now than ever before.
#5 Most-Played Xbox Game Right Now
Currently, only four games on Xbox are more popular than *Rocket League*: *Fortnite*, *Roblox*, *Call of Duty*, and *Minecraft*. It’s worth noting that *Fortnite* and *Roblox* are also free to play, *Call of Duty* represents a series of games, and *Minecraft* is the best-selling video game ever. These four titles consistently rank at the top of the Xbox charts, and *Rocket League* itself is usually found within the top 10.
Why Are So Many Still Playing Rocket League
Unlike most online games that constantly need updating, *Rocket League* stands alone. When it launched in 2015, nothing else offered the same experience, and that’s still true today. Because of this, many players who stop playing eventually return to *Rocket League* – there simply isn’t another game quite like it that delivers the same fun and excitement.
Unlike many online games that can be hard to get into-or return to after a break-Rocket League is surprisingly accessible. It *does* take time to master, but it’s easy to start playing. What’s more, Rocket League hasn’t changed much since 2015, unlike many other live service games. For example, Fortnite has become almost unrecognizable from its original version. If you haven’t played Rocket League since it first came out or when it was available with PlayStation Plus, you can pick it up today and feel right at home-it won’t feel overwhelming or like a completely new game.
While going free-to-play has definitely helped *Rocket League* stay popular, many other multiplayer games from that time have also benefited from that model. Surprisingly, *Rocket League* is currently attracting more players than newer free games like *Marvel Rivals* and *Apex Legends*. This shows that being free isn’t the sole reason for its success. The main reason *Rocket League* has remained so popular for so long is simply that it’s a fantastic game – something that was true when it launched in 2015 and remains true today.
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