RLCS/Pro Tournaments vs In-Game Auto Tournaments in Rocket League

When you contact us about having won a “tournament,” there are several things that need to be considered before we can make any changes to the account. For instance, it is important to understand the difference between RLCS/pro tournaments and in-game auto tournaments, as they are not the same.

RLCS/Pro Tournaments: are elite, professionally organized, and high-stakes events designed for the best players worldwide. Examples include RLCS, CRL, or ESL titles. If you are missing a professional title, such as RLCS, CRL, ESL, or any others, please see When will I get my professional Rocket League Title?

In-Game Auto Tournaments: are casual, accessible, and inclusive for the broader Rocket League community. They focus on providing competitive experiences without the professional environment. For ranking references, you can check: What Are Rocket League Competitive Ranks?.

Just as both events are different, so are their rewards. Here you can find the rewards for each event:

RLCS/Pro Tournaments

• Monetary prizes: RLCS events often have substantial prize pools, ranging from $50,000 to $2,000,000 or more, depending on the scale of the tournament (e.g., RLCS Majors or the RLCS World Championship).

• Sponsorships & Careers: Pro players gain exposure to sponsors, organizations, and potential endorsements, which can provide long-term financial support.

• Prestige & Titles: Winning RLCS events earns teams coveted titles like “World Champion,” which hold immense prestige in the Rocket League community.

• Player Stickers/Items (Occasionally): Sometimes, pro tournaments introduce special cosmetics, like team decals, where a portion of sales might benefit participating teams.

• Recognition: Pro players are featured in broadcasts, social media, and highlight reels, which can boost their personal brand and fan base.
  
  

In-Game Auto Tournaments

• Tournament Credits: Participants earn Tournament Credits based on how far they progress. These credits can be used to open Tournament Reward Cups (loot boxes) for in-game items such as decals, goal explosions, wheels, and banners.

• Cosmetic Items: Players can earn exclusive tournament rewards that aren’t available elsewhere, making them desirable for collectors.

• Titles: Winners of in-game tournaments receive special titles (e.g., “Tournament Winner”) to display in their player banner. These titles indicate the rank of the tournament won (e.g., “Platinum Tournament Winner”).
  

• No Monetary Rewards: Unlike RLCS, in-game tournaments do not offer cash prizes or external rewards.
  
  

Prizes summary

RLCS rewards are designed toward professional competition and long-term career growth, while in-game auto tournaments focus on enhancing casual players' experience with cosmetic rewards and titles.