And it's live now via Google Play given Rocket League Sideswipe is a mobile version of the popular game. And what could be better than: a) ANZ getting first crack, and b) having a portable version of Rocket League literally in your pocket?

Here's the official word, for the game which is officially launching on both iOS and Android later this year:

Rocket League Sideswipe brings the competitive, car soccer gameplay of Rocket League to mobile screens with a new perspective on the field. Players will compete in fast-paced, 2 minute, 1v1 or 2v2 matches. With intuitive touchscreen controls that make it easy to pick up and play, longtime Rocket League players and newcomers alike will be able to immediately jump into the action-packed fun of car soccer.

Rocket League Sideswipe will be free and launch on iOS and Android worldwide later this year. A Regional Limited Alpha test on Android via Google Play is starting today in Australia and New Zealand. There will be future betas in additional regions and more information will be shared in the coming months on the Rocket League website.

There's also an official blog post highlighting the above and the game's upcoming release in more detail. But as early global morning risers, we implore those across ANZ to jump in now while they can.