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Rocket League Enable Split Screen

What is Rocket League Split-Screen?

Rocket League combines the thrill of monster trucks with the excitement of soccer, where vehicles are used to score goals against each other in a 3D stadium. Released by Psyonix in 2015 for Microsoft Windows and PlayStation 4, it was later made available on Xbox One and Nintendo Switch. The game supports both single-player and multiplayer modes, accessible online and offline, making split-screen play a key feature for local multiplayer gaming. Up to four players can compete simultaneously on one screen, offering a shared and engaging experience.

How to Set Up Split-Screen Mode on Rocket League for Xbox

  1. Connect Controllers: Ensure all controllers are properly connected.
  2. Log In: Player 2 must log in using their Xbox profile or a guest account (note that guest accounts limit play to offline modes).
  3. Launch the Game: Start Rocket League.
  4. Join Party: In the main menu, Player 2 should press the Menu button on their controller to join.
  5. Play Together: Player 2 will join the party, allowing both players to participate in offline or online modes.

How to Enable Split-Screen Mode on Rocket League for PlayStation

  1. Start PlayStation: Turn on the PlayStation console.
  2. Launch Rocket League: Use the main controller to start the game.
  3. Activate Second Controller: Press the PlayStation button on the second controller.
  4. Select Mode: With the second controller, choose one of the following:
    • Get Started
    • Sign In and Play
    • Quick Play (no PlayStation account required)
  5. Return to Game: After signing in, you will return to the main menu of Rocket League.
  6. Join Lobby: Press Settings on the second controller to have Player 2 appear in the game lobby.
  7. Choose Playlist: Player 1 selects the playlist where both players will play.

How to Enable Rocket League Split Screen on the Nintendo Switch

  1. Launch Game: Start Rocket League on the Switch.
  2. Join with Second Player: Player 2 presses the Minus Button (-) on their Joy-Con and logs into their Nintendo account or selects Skip for a local profile.
  3. Confirm Controllers: Both players confirm their controllers by pressing the SL and SR buttons simultaneously.

For playing with two controllers such as a Joy-Con and a Pro Controller, follow these steps:

  1. Launch Game: Start Rocket League on the Switch.
  2. Join with Pro Controller: Player 2 presses the Plus Button (+) on their Joy-Con or Pro Controller and logs into their Nintendo account or selects Skip for a local profile.
  3. Confirm Controllers: Both players confirm their controllers by pressing the L and R buttons at the same time.

How to Enable Split-Screen Mode in Rocket League on Steam

Using Rocket League’s split-screen feature on Steam requires two controllers, as a keyboard/mouse combo for multiple players is not supported.

  1. Connect Controllers: Ensure both controllers are connected.
  2. Start Game: Launch Rocket League.
  3. Join Game: In the main menu, Player 2 must press one of the following, depending on their controller:
    • Options Button: for DualShock 4 Controller
    • Menu Button: for Xbox One Controller
    • Start Button: for Steam Controller
  4. Play Together: Player 2 will join the party, enabling both users to play in any offline or online mode.
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