Roller Champions (Switch): all the updates (latest: Wild Ones)

KEY UPDATES

DAILY MATCH BONUS

• The Daily Match Bonus has been changed to give three escalating rewards:
  • Match 1: 75 Fans
  • Match 2: 100 Fans
  • Match 3: Basic Lootball

STEAM ACHIEVEMENTS

• Achievements for Roller Champions are added to the Steam version of the game.

GAME BALANCING

CATCHING

• Reduced the possession delay for catching the ball after it becomes free [from 0.6s to 0.3s].

Note: This change, alongside other backend changes, will remove the “Bug Shot” where passes were unblockable because the ball would pass through opponents at a close enough range.

• Reduced the possession delay for catching the ball after a player performs a tackle [from 0.6s to 0.3s].

Note: We’ve seen submitted videos of players landing a tackle only to have the tackled player recover and get back the ball before the tackler can, even as they seemingly pass through it. We’re hoping this change will significantly reduce the frequency of that behavior.

• Increased player’s grab radius during a dive.

DODGES

• Increased the hitbox of Air Dodge and Dodge Dive moves.

MATCH CANCELLATION

• Fixed an issue where players quickly leaving Ranked Matches (dodging) would not be properly sanctioned.

SETTINGS

• Increased maximum headroom for gamepad/controller sensitivity options.

Note: Mouse and keyboard have had a higher capacity for snappy camera movement and will likely still have a higher ceiling. Though we’re hoping this change will raise the capacity for faster camera control for gamepad players.

TEAM MOVES

• Decreased the speed boost of Team Moves in situations where there is no ground friction.

Note: We want to keep the high-impact flare, speed, and playmaking capabilities of team moves – however some use cases where the move was not limited by ground friction caused the move to be far more powerful than intended.

PLAYER COMFORT

CAREER PAGE

• Fixed team moves, interceptions, goal blocks, tackles, win streaks, and assists occasionally not updating on the career page.
• Fixed the missing platform logo for each player on the Leaderboard screen in the Career tab.
• Fixed an issue causing some players to appear multiple times on the Career Page.
• Fixed an issue where player banners could be missing from the Career Page.

CLONE CLASH

• Fixed instances of controller vibration/rumble disabling during Clone Clash.
• Fixed an issue where Clone difficulty settings could be seen during Clone Clash.
• Corrected Clone naming conventions during the post-game podium sequence.
• Fixed an issue with the camera not following the ball after a pass.

GAMEPLAY

• Fixed an issue occasionally preventing players from passing after receiving the ball via a pass.
• Fixed an issue where the ball cam would not work properly at the start of the game.
• Fixed an issue where the goal replay would occasionally not be played.
• Fixed an issue with player outlines still appearing after scoring a goal.

MATCHMAKING

• Fixed an issue where players would load into the incorrect arena when queueing for 2v2 or Arena 8.
• Fixed an issue causing Stay as a Group to not work after exotic game mode matches.
• Fixed an issue causing Quick Match queues to last longer than 5 minutes before auto-filling empty slots.
• Fixed an issue where ban sanctions would not be lifted after the specified time.
• Fixed an issue preventing matchmaking when a party member has an expired penalty timer.
• Fixed an issue sometimes preventing Stay as a Group when all players accept.

ROLLER PASS

• Fixed an issue causing purchase of the Roller Pass to not unlock the track or earned items.
• Fixed an issue where the Roller Pass tab would not appear in game.

SPONSOR CONTRACTS

• Fixed an issue where contracts would progress after manually quitting an in-progress game.
• Fixed an issue causing some sponsor contracts to reset after rebooting the title.

UI/UX

• Fixed an issue where Lootball could not be opened.
• Fixed an issue preventing controller navigation through the top main menu tabs.
• Fixed an issue causing cosmetics to not change properly when swapping rapidly.
• Fixed causes for multiple crashes including:
  • When launching the game
  • While in the Skatepark
  • When loading into the Arena 8 map
  • When purchasing the Roller Pass
  • When pressing Alt-F4 during a Custom Match.
  • During the match-start countdown when spectating.
  • When accessing a Custom Match.
  • On the league reveal screen after completing 10 placement matches.
  • When accessing the match menu in a Custom Match.
• Fixed several occurrences of infinite loading occurring while loading into matches.
• Multiple fixes to texture, clipping, or cosmetic visual issues.
• Multiple fixes to localization and UI issues.
• Improved stability in cases of:
  • Participating in multiple activities during one Skatepark session.
  • The beginning and end of the Star Dash Supernova activity.
  • Making goals in the Skatepark.

• Additional notes: none.
• Source: Ubisoft

Roller Champions – Ver. ??? (Neo Retro)

• Release date: December 12th 2022 (North America, Europe) / December 13th 2022 (Japan)
• Patch notes:

KEY UPDATES

CLONE CLASH (BETA)

• Added a new Event Game Mode to the weekly rotation: Clone Clash:
  • Clone Clash will be available for the first two weeks of Neo Retro.
  • Queue up into a 1v1 game, with 2 clones and 1 player on each team.
  • Swap your direct control of each roller as needed while playing, possession of the ball will automatically shift your control of that roller.
  • Non-controlled clones will be operated by AI.
  • Score 5 points or have the highest score in 7 minutes to win!

STEAM SUPPORT

• Added game to the Steam registry, Roller Champions can now be searched, installed, and played through Steam!
• Steam players will need to connect to the game via Ubisoft Connect and will need a Ubisoft Connect account.
• Downloadable content should be bought through the same platform used to launch the game to avoid issues.
• Steam players are added to the cross-play matchmaking pool!

MAP ROTATION

• Removed Acapulco, Mexico Arena, and Mayan Stadium from map rotation.
  • (Acapulco’s 2v2 variant will still be available in that mode!)
• Added Pixel City, Arcadia, and Pinball Stadium to map rotation.

 

GAME BALANCING

MAGNETIC PASS

• Fixed how players catching a Magnetic Pass could ‘teleport’ the ball through an open goal and not score.

This is one of several upcoming improvements to how the ball can sometimes be incorrectly caught (or not caught) in different situations. Expect others to make their way into Neo Retro’s mid-season patch!

TACKLES/DODGES

• Adjusted the vertical trajectory of the ball after a successful Uppercut to better allow the tackler to recover possession.

We don’t necessarily want an automatic repossession on a successful tackle, to keep those nail-biting denials, but we’ll be looking at ways to improve defenders dependably being able to grab the ball after doing all the work of landing a tackle.

• Removed the stagger effect when an Air Tackle collides with the ground.
• Adjusted the Uppercut hitbox to better align with the player on vertical surfaces.

*More changes are planned for further ‘buffs’ to defenders in terms of Air Dodge and Dodge Dive hitbox sizes and are in production for a future update.

 

PLAYER COMFORT

GAMEPLAY

• Added sponsor contract support for Clone Clash.
• Fixed an issue cause Lootball Madness to end in a draw with no reward given.
• Fixed an issue causing improper spawns during matches. 
• Fixed an issue causing some players to not receive a penalty after leaving a Ranked match.
• Fixed an issue causing the game to fail to launch on Switch.
• Fixed an issue where players would slowly slide down a slope even while braking.
• Fixed an issue where the ball can get stuck in place.
• Fixed an issue with voice chat not enabling properly in some cases.
• Multiple improvements to sponsor contract progress tracking.

MATCHMAKING

• [Switch] Fixed an issue with infinite matchmaking after disconnecting controller.
• Fixed an issue preventing queueing when in a group.
• Fixed an issue where players would fail to matchmake when entering a match or Skatepark.
• Fixed multiple matchmaking infinite loading issues.

CLONES / AI

• Adjusted AI behavior during goaltending.
• Adjusted the default AI to be Standard when in Custom Matches.
• Fixed behavior where AI could get stuck in different animations.  
• Fixed behavior where AI would brake before attempting to tackle.
• Fixed behavior where AI would stop moving after getting the ball.

CUSTOMIZATION

• Camera better follows player during emotes that would move out of frame when previewing.
• Fixed an issue preventing the opening of Lootballs.
• Multiple fixes to item FX not appearing properly.
• Multiple fixes to item thumbnails not appearing in store or customization menus. 
• Multiple fixes to lighting and visual effects of items in-store.
• Multiple fixes to items clipping through the character.

STORE

• Fixed an issue preventing access to the Wheels shop.
• Multiple fixes to lighting and visual effects of items in-store.
• Fixed an issue preventing Premium Roller Pass Tiers from being unlocked after purchase.
• Fixed some Daily Shop items missing their Wheels cost.
• Fixed an issue with several Wheels Bundles being shown as $0.00.
• [Switch] Fixed an error that can occur when buying Wheels Bundles.

UI/UX

• [Switch] Fixed an issue with not displaying a controller disconnecting.
• Fixed an issue causing player name to not appear during a match.
• Fixed an issue where game host is unable to select an option after opening invitation menu.
• Fixed multiple cases of Stay as a Group not working.
• Improved how player info is displayed in Clone Clash.
• Removed the season countdown timer from the Roller Pass.

Season release timings can sometimes shift by a matter of days or weeks, resulting in a countdown that can be misleading or even detrimental to development timelines. While the countdown is removed, we can still share that the next season is intended for late March/early April.

• Multiple backend improvements to game stability and crash reduction:
  • On game login.
  • During event game modes.
  • In the item shop.
  • When using controller on PC.
  • In the Skatepark.
  • During loading.
  • During menu navigation.
  • During post-game.
  • During specific Goal FX.
• Multiple localization, language, and subtitle fixes.

• Additional notes: none.
• Source: Ubisoft

Roller Champions – Ver. ??? (Dragon’s Way Mid-Season)

• Release date: November 8th 2022 (North America, Europe) / November 9th 2022 (Japan)
• Patch notes:

KEY UPDATES

STAY AS A GROUP

• Players can now opt-in to team up with their match-made teammates after a game ends.
• When you get to the endgame podium, keep an eye out for the ‘Stay as a Group’ prompt, selecting it will put you back in the match selection lobby with all your teammates who chose to stick together as well.

PLAYER COMFORT

GAMEPLAY

• Improvements to sponsor contract tracking.
• Multiple improvements to game stability and reductions in crash causes.
• Fixed sponsor contracts resetting to 0 before the timer ends.
• Adjusted AI teammates to be less aggressive when intercepting ally passes when no opponent is present.
• Fixed an animation interruption on Uppercut when colliding with an AI player.
• Fixed voice chat not working on Switch.

UI/UX

• Updated Dragon’s Way icons on Switch.
• Fixed an issue causing players to appear twice on the friends list.
• Multiple minor UI fixes and corrections.
• Fixed AFK players not being kicked from the main menu after prolonged inactivity.
• Fixed an issue causing messages to disappear from the mailbox after relaunching the game.
• Multiple text localization fixes.
• Fixed groups not disbanding after a force quit and relaunch.
• Fixed invited players not joining into the correct lobby slot.

• Additional notes: none.
• Source: Ubisoft

Roller Champions – Ver. ??? (Dragon’s Way Hotfix)

• Release date: October 6th 2022 (North America, Europe) / October 7th 2022 (Japan)
• Patch notes:

• Significantly improved game load times.
• Sponsor contracts no longer reset to 0 before the timer ends.
• Item thumbnails no longer go missing after coming out of Free Look mode.
• AI Bots no longer try to climb walls after scoring a goal.
• Hitting a wall while using an air pose no longer grants a burst of speed.
• Owned items are no longer purchasable through the Quick Buy prompt.
• Fans are now rewarded properly on a Match Loss.
• Multiple fixes to UI and display elements.

• Additional notes: none.
• Source: Ubisoft

Roller Champions – Ver. ??? (Dragon’s Way)

• Release date: October 3rd 2022 (North America, Europe) / October 4th 2022 (Japan)
• Patch notes:

• The Uppercut diminishing return window has been slightly increased (from 2.25 sec to 3 sec).
• The ball speed/direction after a tackle will follow more appropriately the velocity of the tackler.
• The collision pushback when two players tackle each other has been improved.
• Skaters have randomized warm up animations in the Intro Cinematic before the match starts.
• Added an overhead collision to prevent clipping against elements of the game world.
• The Goal Replay lasts one more second to let players showcase emotes more easily.
• Minor improvements to interactions between Tip Toe and harsh slopes.
• Various animation updates and improvements (Throw, Ball Catch, Uppercut, Get Up, Idle).

• Creative AI has been added to Custom Match.
  • Creative AI has more flexibility and variation than typical AI players and are currently in Beta.
  • Creative AI has 3 difficulty levels: Easy, Medium, and Hard.
  • Creative AI is exclusively available in Custom Match and is not in other Game Modes.
• ‘AI Type’ setting has been added to choose between Standard and Creative AI.
• Minor adjustments to the Art of the Custom Match menu.

• A timer is now properly displayed on the Skatepark tile when an activity is about to start.
• A new themed title screen has been added.
• “Quick Buy” has been added to the Shop and Skater menus for items on display.
• Several new songs are now available in the Home Page.
• New themed Home Page backgrounds are used when a Superstar is equipped.
• The matchmaking ETA has been removed.
  • Several improvements made to matchmaking have caused the timer to often be inaccurate, we’re removing it in the interim to make improvements without it being a misleading holdover.
• Adjustments to the animations of the skaters during the End of Match.
• Rarity increased for several customization items.

• Additional notes: none.
• Source: Ubisoft

Roller Champions – Ver. ??? (Disco Fever Mid-Season)

• Release date: August 15th 2022 (North America, Europe) / August 16th 2022 (Japan)
• Patch notes:

KEY UPDATES

CROSSPLAY INVITES

• Players can now invite Ubisoft Connect friends who are playing on other platforms, in addition to their current platform, through the Invite Friend menu.
• Form a cross-platform group to play any game mode together, including custom match!
• Make sure that you and your friends have the Crossplay setting enabled, in order to see each other in the menu.

 

PLAYER COMFORT

GAMEPLAY

• Fixed an issue where controls could become unresponsive upon rejoining a match.
• Players can no longer get stuck in a closed goal after denying a score.
• AI Players will now pass the ball to teammates not directly in front of them.
• Custom Match AI Players will no longer get stuck under the goal.

COSMETICS

• Adjusted several cases of too-dark shadows and too-bright highlights in the customizations menu.
• Fixed an issue where some customization items did not match their previews when in match.

SPECTATOR MODE

• Fixed an issue causing an extended loading screen after spectating a match.
• Changing to the ‘Skater Camera’ while using the ‘Action Camera’ now properly swaps the camera.
• Fixed an issue where the Spectator Action Camera distance would reset whenever a player grabbed the ball.

UI/UX

• Players will no longer see the number of fans each player has during the match intro.
• AI Players can now be removed from custom match lobbies.
• Fans and Roller Pass progress now properly update following a match.
• Switch players will now receive a message if an incorrect date and time setting prevents them from accessing the game.
• Improved reliability of accepting invites to in-progress matches.
• AI Players can now be removed from custom match lobbies.
• The scoreboard in the Skatepark is now sorted from highest to lowest score.
• Multiple causes of crashes or disconnections.

• Additional notes: none.
• Source: Ubisoft