I’ve been playing Rocket League for about a year now, and my brother, who used to be in the top 0.1% before SSL differentiated, is currently at Champ 1. I’ve been maintaining Plat 3 and was close to Diamond, but whenever I play with him, I seem to score a lot and deal with the opposing team much easier than when I’m in my own lobbies. Is there a reason why I perform better in his games compared to mine?
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You might just be getting carried a bit without realizing it. In lower ranks, players don’t always rotate or communicate well. So, when playing with someone skilled, you might shine more as they help you avoid mistakes without you even noticing it.
Your brother’s teamwork skills are likely boosting your performance. He’s probably covering your mistakes and providing better support than random teammates, which makes you play more confidently. A good player can make a huge difference—as they often anticipate moves and help you position better on the field.
I can relate! I’ve seen how my better teammates can cover for my mistakes and it makes a huge difference.
Honestly, lower ranks often lack the game sense and mechanics that higher ranks have. In Champ lobbies, you might notice your brother’s higher awareness helps cover more mistakes, while in your games, teammates might not adapt well, making it feel harder.
Exactly! It’s like when I play with better players, the whole game shifts because they know what’s coming.
It sounds like your performance boost is a combo of familiarity and communication. When you play with your brother, you likely know how to position yourself better and work together intuitively. In your own lobbies, you don’t have that synergy with random players, which can really make things tougher.
That makes sense! I feel the same when I play with friends who understand my playstyle.
Yeah, I’ve seen some average players look great just by having a better player alongside them.