Rocket League launched in July 2015 to incredible critical and audience acclaim. With five million downloads in the first three weeks, the game was an incredible “overnight” success for developer Psyonix Games. Yet as is often the case for apparent out-of-the-blue hits, this particular triumph is one that was actually many years in the making. In this episode Chris and Derek discuss Rocket League’s superbly well-honed competitive gameplay, and consider what’s possible when you refuse to give up on your great idea.