The Rocket League World Championship, the pinnacle of competitive Rocket League, has evolved significantly since its inception in 2016. Recognizing the game's burgeoning popularity on streaming platforms, Psyonix, the developer, launched the Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS) to formalize its esports scene. The inaugural season concluded in June 2016, with iBUYPOWER Cosmic, comprising Cameron "Kronovi" Bills, Brandon "Lachinio" Lachin, and Ted "0ver Zer0" Keil, clinching the championship. The subsequent season saw FlipSid3 Tactics, featuring Mark "Markydooda" Exton, Francesco "Kuxir97" Cinquemani, and Marius "gReazymeister" Ranheim, emerge victorious. Season 3 marked a significant expansion, inviting teams from the Oceanic region and increasing the prize pool to $300,000. Northern Gaming secured the championship in a thrilling finale against Mock-It eSports. As Rocket League's competitive landscape continued to develop, the tournament structure evolved, introducing new regions and refining its qualification system to ensure the highest level of competition.
Over the years, the RLCS has been a stage for intense rivalries and remarkable talent. Players like Pierre "Turbopolsa" Silfver have etched their names in history, becoming the most decorated player with four RLCS titles across different teams: Northern Gaming (Season 3), Gale Force Esports (Season 4), Team Dignitas (Season 5), and NRG Esports (Season 8). The introduction of the Rocket League Rival Series (RLRS) in Season 4 added a promotion-relegation system, intensifying competition. Teams like Team BDS and G2 Esports have showcased exceptional skill, with Team BDS winning the 2021–22 season, featuring players Evan "M0nkey M00n" Rogez, Enzo "Seikoo" Grondein, and Alexandre "Extra" Paoli. The 2022–23 season witnessed Team Vitality's dominance, with players like Thibault "Chausette45" Grzesiak leading the charge. Each season, new talent emerges to challenge the established powerhouses, making the RLCS one of the most unpredictable and exciting esports tournaments in the world.
In 2025, the RLCS is set to introduce a revamped format. The season will feature two Swiss groups, each comprising 16 teams. The top eight from each group will advance to a GSL (Global StarCraft II League) stage, followed by a hybrid elimination bracket. This structure will be implemented in both the Opens and the World Championship, with the latter not utilizing the Swiss groups but starting with a GSL bracket during the Play-ins. Additionally, a double-elimination bracket will precede the Swiss groups, determining the top 32 teams (24 in certain Opens, with the top eight from the previous Open automatically qualifying). The Majors will consist of a 16-team Swiss stage, where the top eight progress to the hybrid elimination bracket. This evolution in format underscores the RLCS's commitment to fostering competitive integrity and providing thrilling spectacles for Rocket League enthusiasts worldwide. With high-stakes matches, intense rivalries, and a growing global audience, the 2025 RLCS season is expected to be one of the most competitive and entertaining editions yet.
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