The licensing agreement appears when you first launch Rocket League
When you open Rocket League for the first time or after a major update, the game displays a licensing agreement screen before you can play. This screen shows the terms of service and end-user license agreement (EULA) that govern how you use the game. You cannot proceed past this screen or start a match until you accept the agreement by clicking the button the game provides.
The agreement itself is a legal document from Psyonix (the developer, now owned by Epic Games) that outlines what you can and cannot do with the game software. It covers topics like account ownership, online conduct, intellectual property rights, and dispute resolution. Reading through the entire agreement is optional, but accepting it is required to play.
This article walks you through the exact steps to accept the agreement and get into the game. It also covers what to do if the screen gets stuck, if you need to review the agreement later, or if you want to understand what you are agreeing to before you click.
Key Takeaways
- The licensing agreement screen appears automatically when you launch Rocket League and blocks access to the game until you accept it.
- You accept by clicking the "Accept" or "I Agree" button on the screen — the exact button name varies by platform and update.
- If the screen does not respond or disappears, restarting the game or your platform usually clears the problem.
- You can review the full agreement text through the game settings or on Psyonix's website before deciding to accept.
- Declining the agreement means you cannot play Rocket League, but you can change your mind and accept later by launching the game again.
Steps to accept the agreement on PC, PlayStation, or Xbox
On PC (Steam or Epic Games Launcher): Launch Rocket League through Steam or the Epic Games Launcher. When the licensing agreement screen appears, read the text or scroll to the bottom. Look for a button labeled "Accept" or "I Agree" — the exact wording depends on your region and the current version. Click that button. The game will then load to the main menu and you can start playing.
On PlayStation 4 or 5: Start Rocket League from your library. The agreement screen will appear before the main menu loads. Use the controller to scroll through the text if needed. Press the button indicated on screen to accept — usually the X button or a button labeled "Accept." Once you confirm, the game proceeds to the main menu.
On Xbox One or Xbox Series X/S: Launch Rocket League from your game library. The licensing agreement will display. Use the controller to navigate and press the button shown on screen to accept the agreement. This is typically the A button or a button explicitly labeled "Accept." After you confirm, you will return to the main menu and can queue for a match.
The agreement screen should only appear once per major update or after you clear your game cache. After you accept, the game remembers your choice and does not show the screen again until Psyonix releases a new version of the agreement.
What to do if the agreement screen is frozen or not responding
If the screen appears but does not respond to button presses, or if it disappears without letting you accept, the most common fix is to restart the game entirely. Close Rocket League completely — do not just go back to the menu. On PC, close the game window or use the Task Manager to force-close it. On console, close the app from your system menu.
Wait 10 to 15 seconds, then launch Rocket League again. The agreement screen should reappear. Try accepting it once more. If the same thing happens, restart your entire device (PC, PlayStation, or Xbox) and launch the game again. A full device restart clears temporary files that sometimes interfere with the licensing screen.
If you are on PC and the screen still does not respond after a restart, try uninstalling and reinstalling Rocket League. On Steam, right-click the game in your library, select "Manage," then "Uninstall." On Epic Games Launcher, click the three dots next to Rocket League and select "Uninstall." After uninstalling, download and install the game fresh. This usually resolves persistent licensing screen problems.
Reading the agreement before you accept
The licensing agreement text is displayed on the screen itself, and you can scroll through it to read the full terms. If you want to review it more carefully or save a copy, you can also find the agreement on Psyonix's official website. Visit the Psyonix support page or the Rocket League website and look for a link to "Terms of Service" or "End User License Agreement." The text there matches what appears in the game.
The agreement covers several key areas: your account is owned by Psyonix and you are only licensed to use it, you cannot sell or transfer your account, you agree not to cheat or use exploits, you accept that Psyonix can ban you for violating the terms, and you agree to resolve disputes through arbitration rather than court. Most of these terms are standard for online games.
You do not need a lawyer to understand the agreement, but if any section concerns you, you can contact Psyonix support through their website before accepting. However, if you decline the agreement, you cannot play Rocket League at all. There is no way to play the game without accepting the current version of the licensing agreement.
What happens if you decline the agreement
If you click "Decline" or "Do Not Agree" instead of accepting, Rocket League will not load. You will be returned to your system menu (on console) or the launcher (on PC). The game will not let you into the main menu, queue for matches, or access any game features.
Declining does not permanently lock you out. You can launch Rocket League again at any time, and the agreement screen will appear once more. You can then choose to accept it and play normally. There is no penalty for declining and changing your mind later — the game simply will not run until you accept the current agreement.
If you strongly disagree with the terms and do not want to accept them, your only option is to not play Rocket League. There is no alternative version of the game with different terms, and Psyonix does not make exceptions to the licensing agreement.
Why the agreement appears after updates
Psyonix sometimes updates the licensing agreement when they change their policies, add new features, or adjust how they handle player data. When they make these changes, the agreement screen reappears the next time you launch the game, even if you accepted it before. This is normal and happens to all players.
You will see the screen again because the new version of the agreement is legally different from the one you accepted previously. Psyonix is required to get your consent to the updated terms before you can continue playing. Read through the changes if you want to know what is different, or simply accept the new version to proceed.
If you do not want to accept a new version of the agreement, you cannot play Rocket League until you do. Psyonix does not offer a way to play on an older version of the game with the old agreement terms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play Rocket League without accepting the licensing agreement?
No. The game will not load past the licensing agreement screen until you accept it. You must click the "Accept" button to proceed to the main menu and play matches. Declining the agreement locks you out of the game entirely.
Do I have to read the entire agreement before accepting?
No. Reading the agreement is optional. You can scroll through it if you want to understand the terms, but you are not required to read every word. Many players accept without reading. However, by accepting, you are agreeing to follow all the terms whether you read them or not.
Will the agreement screen appear every time I launch Rocket League?
No. Once you accept the agreement, it will not appear again until Psyonix releases a new version of the terms. This usually happens only after major updates or policy changes. Most of the time you will launch the game and go straight to the main menu.
What if the agreement screen appears in a language I do not understand?
The agreement should display in the language your system is set to. If it is showing in the wrong language, check your system settings and change your preferred language, then restart Rocket League. If the problem continues, contact Psyonix support through their website and let them know which language you need.
Can I get a copy of the agreement to keep?
Yes. You can take a screenshot of the agreement screen while it is displayed in the game, or you can visit the Psyonix website and download or view the full terms of service there. The text on the website matches what appears in the game.