How to air roll in Rocket League Sideswipe

Aakrit Sharma
Vehicle scoring a goal with an air roll in Rocket League

Rocket League Sideswipe rewards players for trying out innovative moves and tricks like air rolls, so here’s how to perform a perfect air roll in the popular game.

Rocket League impressed millions of PC and console players, leading developer Psyonix to release it on mobile platforms as Rocket League Sideswipe. The game exceeded all expectations and despite limited controls, it was able to offer the same nerve-wracking action.

It is no surprise that Rocket League Sideswipe players love replicating trick shots and skills such as air rolls. They are not only dazzling but also help in surprising the opponent with an unexpected move.

On that note, here’s how to air roll in Rocket League Sideswipe.

Cars during kick off in Rocket League Sideswipe

What is an air roll in Rocket League Sideswipe?

An air roll in Rocket League Sideswipe is a move with which players can flip their car in mid-air. This helps with faster movement and making the most of your vehicle’s boost in the game.

Air rolls can be useful during offense as well as defense. If you master air rolls, you can efficiently control your vehicle mid-air and significantly increase the power in your shoots. During kick-offs, you can reach the air faster than your opponents and surprise them.

Similarly, you can block the opponent’s shots with air-rolling or quickly change the ball’s trajectory.

Vehicles performing air rolls in Rocket League Sideswipe

How to air roll in Rocket League Sideswipe

Follow these steps to air roll in Rocket League Sideswipe:

  1. When your vehicle is moving forward, press the analog stick upwards and repeatedly press the boost button to keep it in the air.
  2. Double-tap and hold the analog joystick on the left to successfully perform an air roll.
  3. You can perform multiple air rolls with this method, but make sure to control the left analog joystick in a manner that lets you land properly.

Well, this was everything to know about air rolling in Rocket League Sideswipe. For similar content, make sure to check out how to play Rocket League Sideswipe with a controller, how to get Fennec in Rocket League, and Rocket League’s free-to-play status.

Image Credits: Psyonix

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