In this article, we will cover Zen’s Rocket League settings, as Zen is one of Rocket League’s most mechanical, high-level professional players, a fan favourite, known for his out-of-the-box mechanics and perfect sweeps in world-level competitions. Suppose you were to try to replicate his setup. In that case, this is a good place to start, as we’ll list all his controller settings, graphics settings, Zen’s camera settings, and any other relevant information to help you achieve a high level of mechanics, similar to those of Zen.
His settings are optimal for competing at the highest level. Therefore, it’s beneficial to apply his controller and graphics settings to play effectively and improve your rank. You can find his clips all over YouTube Shorts, as well as complete compilations showcasing his mechanics.
Camera Settings
This determines your perspective, a commonly meme’d concept in Rocket League, where, if taken to the extremes, it can be either too far or too close, too high up or too low down. With most players roughly around the same Camera Settings for a reason, however, preferences can vary slightly.
| Camera Shake | No |
| FOV | 110 |
| Height | 100 |
| Angle | -3.0 |
| Distance | 270 |
| Stiffness | 0.35 |
| Swivel Speed | 4.00 |
| Transition Speed | 1.40 |
| Ball Toggle | Toggle |
Pros typically have a wide field of view (FOV), balancing distance and angle effectively. They position the camera close to the ball for better control while maintaining visibility for flicks and similar plays.
Camera Shake is a definite no. It obscures vision during movement, which happens frequently, and disadvantages the player without providing any advantage.
The field of view (FOV) can be set between 60 and 110 degrees, with most players setting it to 110 degrees. Zen also likes to maximise this setting to 110.
The Height Setting can be set between 40 and 200, offering a wide range of adjustment. However, it is recommended to aim for around 100, as Zen does as well.
The Angle setting affects how steeply the camera looks down at your car. A more negative angle provides a better view of the ball while maintaining spatial awareness. Zen sets his angle to -3.0, which is closer to max steepness than some other pros like Squishy.
The Distance setting controls the distance between the camera and the car. A shorter distance gives a closer, more controlled feel, while a longer one improves awareness. Zen opts for 270, I use this as well.
Stiffness affects how tightly the camera follows your car, while at max speed, referred to as Supersonic, with higher values meaning the camera less noticeably shifts as you get into Supersonic, it is crucial to know when you are a max speed and so it is recommended to have some lack of stiffness, Zen opts for 0.35 which is relatively low. Hence, he likes the shift of the camera mode.
Swivel Speed determines how quickly the camera rotates when you look around. Zen has his Swivel speed set to 4.00, which is quick enough not to cost any time, but not too high that it is disorientating.
Transition Speed defines how quickly the camera switches between ball cam and car cam. With 1.40, Zen can quickly look away from the ball to find boost, then readjust before locking back to the ball.
Ball Cam Toggle is set to Toggle rather than Hold, which means he taps the button once to switch instead of needing to hold it down. Most players have this set to toggle, with few notable exceptions.
It is recommended to turn Demo Transition Time to 0, as this avoids the cinematics of being demoed, and immediately alerts you to new information that may help in-game.
Controller Settings
Zen is a controller player based on PC, and his settings have evolved over the years. You can view his setup below. We aim to be an accurate wiki to find out his settings whenever he uploads to a social media platform, and they should be correct unless changes have not been publicized.
Zen uses a Dualshock PS4 Controller, as confirmed in his videos. This is most likely, as it has been found that Dualshock (PlayStation) controllers have a lower input lag than any other controller, including their competitors, the Xbox controllers. There are also ways to increase the polling rate on non-console controllers.
Keybinds
Located in the Settings tab, on the third tab from the left, these buttons are highly customizable and can be used to perform various actions.
| Powerslide | □ |
| Air Roll (Left / Right) | R1(L2/unbound) |
| Boost | O |
| Jump | X |
| Ball Cam | △ |
| Brake | L2 |
| Throttle | R2 |
Powerslide is bound to the Square / □.
Air Roll has three different functions, allowing the stick to control Air Roll, or to always roll to the left or right. Zen’s settings are that his Free Air Roll is bound to the right top bumper (R1) and his left Air Roll is bound to L2, leaving his Right Air Roll unbound. This layout is somewhat confusing from Liquipedia, but once understood, it is very informative.
Boost is bound to Circle / O.
Jump is bound to Cross / X.
Ball Cam is bound to the Triangle / △.
The brake is bound to the bottom left bumper, L2.
The throttle is bound to the bottom right bumper, R2.
Deadzones
The amount a controller stick needs to move before it registers as a movement is crucial. If the threshold is set too high, it can lead to accidental backflips, over-rotation during aerials, and other issues. Conversely, if it’s set too low, the controls can feel stiff, making it difficult to perform specific maneuvers. Therefore, it’s essential to find a setting that you’re comfortable with.
| Deadzone Shape | Cross |
| Deadzone | 0.07 |
| Dodge Deadzone | 0.80 |
| Aerial Sensitivity | 1.50 |
| Steering Sensitivity | 1.50 |
His Deadzone shape is a Cross, with a deadzone of 0.07, a dodge deadzone of 0.80, an Aerial Sensitivity of 1.50, and a steering sensitivity of 1.50.
Video Settings
This section primarily applies to PC Players via Steam or Epic Games, as Console players have fewer options for Graphics settings.
For optimal graphics, you want the highest Frames per Second (FPS) to make the game feel smoother, and conceptually, it will feel easier to keep up with the gameplay and react faster. This usually means turning most settings, if not all, to minimum.
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (16:9) or Native |
| Display Mode | Fullscreen |
| Vertical Sync | Off |
| Anti-Aliasing | Off |
| Render Quality | High Quality |
| Render Detail | Custom |
| Frames Per Second | Uncapped |
| Texture Detail | Quality |
| World Detail | High Quality |
| Particle Detail | Performance |
| Effect Intensity | Low Intensity |
| High Quality Shaders | Off |
| Ambient Occlusion | Off |
| Depth of Field | Off |
| Bloom | Off |
| Light Shafts | Off |
| Lens Flares | Off |
| Dynamic Shadows | On |
| Motion Blur | Off |
| Weather Effects | Off |
For Monitor Settings, set this to Native, which is typically 1920×1080 at 16:9 at Full Screen, and turn Vertical Sync to OFF.
For Basic Settings, turn off Anti-Aliasing (AA), as this affects the number of frames produced, which straightens rugged edges to enhance the visual quality of lines.
Render Quality is best set to High Quality, as this setting degrades the Graphics Significantly for a minimal performance tradeoff.
Set this to Quality to maintain clear visuals on car decals and field textures without impacting performance significantly. It ensures the game retains a polished look during gameplay.
Use High Quality to improve the visibility of map features and boost immersion. It slightly impacts performance but is generally safe with modern hardware.
Set this to Performance to reduce unnecessary visual clutter, such as boost trails and explosion effects. It helps keep the screen clean during chaotic plays.
Low Intensity is ideal to minimize distractions from explosions and lighting effects. It ensures essential visuals like the ball and players remain the focus.
Disable High Quality Shaders to improve performance and reduce unnecessary lighting effects. It makes the game appear flatter but boosts clarity and speed.
Disable Depth of Field to ensure objects in the distance (like the ball or opponents) stay sharp and visible. Blurring distant visuals is counterproductive in fast-paced play.
Turn off Bloom to avoid distracting glow effects from lights and boosts. This improves contrast and reduces unnecessary eye strain.
Disable Light Shafts to remove sunbeams and flare effects, which can clutter vision. This enhances visibility in outdoor arenas.
Turn Lens Blur off to prevent visual distractions from light sources. It also reduces glare effects that could interfere with ball tracking.
Set Dynamic Shadows to on to preserve depth perception and help track players accurately. Shadows enhance spatial awareness, especially during opponents’ aerial maneuvers behind you.
Disable Motion Blur to prevent screen blurring during quick movements. It improves tracking and reaction time.
Disable weather effects to maintain a consistent view, regardless of the map. Rain, snow, or fog can interfere with visibility during matches.
In-Game Screenshot
Zen likely uses these settings to play at his optimal pace and keep up with other professionals or SSL players. Most people can benefit from adopting his playstyle to improve their game. However, it’s essential to make your own adjustments if specific settings don’t work for you.
