Equip Paint Finishes: Rocket League Guide

Rocket League offers a wide range of customization options, including the ability to change the colour and finish of your car. Paint finishes are a type of customization that adds a unique texture or pattern to your car's paint job. Before equipping a paint finish, you must first unlock it by trading items or crates earned during gameplay. Premium crates, in particular, offer a chance to unlock paint finishes. Once you've unlocked a paint finish, you can equip it by going to the Customize Car menu and selecting the desired finish from the drop-down options on the right side of the paint colour selection. It's worth noting that certain paint finishes are exclusive to specific vehicle bodies and can be obtained through tiering up in Rocket Pass Premium.

Unlocking paint finishes

To equip a paint finish in Rocket League, you must first unlock it. There are several ways to unlock paint finishes in the game.

Common paint finishes are unlocked by completing New Driver Challenges. Glossy is the default paint finish and is unlocked from the beginning of the game. Other common paint finishes are tied to their respective DLC content. Uncommon paint finishes are obtained from the Item Shop, with each paint finish costing 100. Rare paint finishes are obtained from unlocking Blueprints and Drops. Import paint finishes are unlocked by opening Blueprints, and Legacy paint finishes are unlocked for all players from before the Free-To-Play update.

You can also unlock paint finishes by trading in items or crates earned while playing the game. A premium crate may contain a chance of unlocking a paint finish. Check your inventory for eligible paints by clicking on the Crate Rewards tab. It is recommended to open one crate at a time to determine which items it contains before purchasing another. Focus on unlocks and prioritize trades when you're close to reaching 100% unlock progression.

Additionally, certain paint finishes can only be obtained by tiering up in specific Rocket Passes. For example, some paint finishes are exclusive to Rocket Pass 3, 4, 5, and 6 Premium, while others can be obtained through the Season 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 7 Rocket Passes.

Once you have unlocked a paint finish, you can equip it by going to the "Paint Your Car" tab in the customization menu. Here, you can select the paint finish you want and apply it to your car.

Choosing a paint finish

Firstly, understand the types of paint finishes available. Common paint finishes are the most basic ones and can be unlocked by completing New Driver Challenges. Glossy, for instance, is the default paint finish available from the beginning of the game. Uncommon paint finishes can be obtained from the Item Shop, while rare finishes are obtained from unlocking Blueprints and Drops. If you're looking for import paint finishes, you'll need to open Blueprints, and legacy finishes are available to players who played before the Free-to-Play update.

Secondly, consider the visual effect you want to achieve. Paint finishes offer distinct visual effects that can enhance or change the appearance of your vehicle. If you want a subtle look, you might prefer a matte finish, while a glossy finish adds shine and depth to the paint. There are also animated decal finishes that allow you to choose the primary and accent colours. Play around with different finishes to see which one suits your style.

Additionally, keep in mind that some paint finishes are locked to specific vehicle bodies. So, depending on your car, you may have different options for finishes. You can check your inventory for eligible paints by clicking on the Crate Rewards tab.

Lastly, don't be afraid to experiment. Swap and test different paint finishes to find the combination you like best. You can hover over each paint option to see brief descriptions and effects. If you're having trouble deciding, try reloading the paint feature or exiting to the Main Menu and starting again.

Remember, choosing a paint finish is a fun way to customize your Rocket League experience, so feel free to get creative and express your unique style!

Decal considerations

When it comes to equipping a paint finish in Rocket League, there are several factors to consider regarding decals. Firstly, it's important to understand that decals are a type of customization option that can significantly alter the appearance of your vehicle. They come in various styles, including animated decals, and can be applied to both primary and accent colours of your car. However, it's worth noting that certain decals may restrict your ability to choose a paint finish. While some animated decals allow you to select both primary and accent colours, others may only let you choose the primary colour. Therefore, it is essential to carefully consider the decal you wish to use before finalising your paint finish.

Additionally, specific paint finishes might be exclusive to particular vehicle bodies. This means that if you have your heart set on a specific paint finish, you may need to use a specific car body to achieve that look. This exclusivity adds another layer of complexity to your customisation options, so be mindful of this when browsing paint finishes.

Obtaining certain paint finishes can also be a factor to consider when thinking about decals. Some finishes are readily available, while others require specific actions to unlock them. Common paint finishes, for example, can be unlocked by completing New Driver Challenges. Uncommon paint finishes can be obtained from the Item Shop, each costing 100. Rare paint finishes are acquired from unlocking Blueprints and Drops, while Import paint finishes are unlocked through Blueprints as well. If you're seeking legacy paint finishes, these were available to players before the Free-to-Play update.

Lastly, when dealing with decals and paint finishes, it's important to remember that you might need to unlock certain finishes before equipping them. This can be done by trading in items or crates earned during gameplay. Premium crates, in particular, offer a chance to unlock paint finishes. It's recommended to check your inventory for eligible paints by clicking on the Crate Rewards tab. By saving crates that contain paint finishes and opening them one at a time, you can determine the contents before committing to a purchase.

Garage customisation

Paint finishes are a type of customisation that adds a unique visual effect to a vehicle, enhancing or altering its appearance. These finishes can be obtained through various means, such as trading items or crates, purchasing from the Item Shop, or unlocking through specific game passes and challenges. Before applying a paint finish, players must first unlock it by checking their inventory or progressing through the game.

Once players have accessed the "Customise Car" menu, they can select the "Paint Your Car" tab to choose their desired paint finish. Here, they will find a range of finishes, including common, uncommon, rare, import, and legacy options. Common paint finishes, such as the default Glossy finish, can be unlocked by completing New Driver Challenges. Uncommon finishes can be purchased from the Item Shop for 100 each, while rare finishes are obtained through Blueprints and Drops. Import finishes are acquired by opening Blueprints, and legacy finishes are available to players who played before the Free-to-Play update.

Additionally, certain paint finishes are exclusive to specific vehicle bodies and can be obtained through different tiers of the Rocket Pass. These finishes can be equipped by selecting the desired vehicle body and choosing the corresponding paint finish from the available options.

It's important to note that some decals may restrict the availability of certain paint finishes. While some animated decals allow for the selection of both primary and accent colours, others may only offer the choice of the primary colour. Players can experiment with different combinations of paints and finishes to find their preferred style.

Paint finishes and crates

Paint finishes are a customization option in the garage that adds a texture or pattern to the paint when equipped. Glossy is the default paint finish and is unlocked from the beginning of the game. Common paint finishes are unlocked by completing New Driver Challenges. The other common paint finishes are tied to their respective DLC content.

Uncommon paint finishes are obtained from the Item Shop, with each uncommon rarity paint finish costing 100. Rare paint finishes are obtained from unlocking Blueprints and Drops. Import paint finishes are unlocked by opening Blueprints. Legacy paint finishes are unlocked for all players from before the Free-To-Play update.

Some paint finishes can only be obtained by tiering up in the Rocket Pass Premium. For example, certain paint finishes can only be obtained by tiering up in Rocket Pass 1 Premium, Rocket Pass 2 Premium, Rocket Pass 3 Premium, and so on. Similarly, some paint finishes can only be obtained by tiering up in Season 1 Rocket Pass Premium, Season 2 Rocket Pass Premium, and so forth.

Additionally, certain paint finishes are locked to specific vehicle bodies. If an animated decal is equipped, the option to select the paint is replaced with the decal's name. Some animated decals allow you to choose both primary and accent colours, while others may only let you choose the primary colour.

To equip a paint finish, go to the "Customize Car" menu. When you choose a colour, the type of paint finish should be a drop-down option to the right of the colour selection (at least on PC).

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