This Blue Lock Rivals guide covers everything the game refuses to teach you. No tutorial. No hints. You spawn in, get thrown into a match, and figure it out while everyone else scores bicycle kicks around you.
I spent my first 10 games running around like a headless chicken. Didn’t know how to shoot. Didn’t know what Flow meant. Watched a NEL Nagi player score 5 goals on me. Humiliating.
After 200+ hours and probably 400 matches, I finally get this game. Here’s everything I wish someone told me when I started grinding Blue Lock Rivals.
Controls (PC)
The game never explains these. Had to dig through the Blue Lock Rivals Discord and test everything myself.
Movement
| Action | Key |
|---|---|
| Move | WASD |
| Sprint | Shift + W |
| Jump | Spacebar |
| Tackle | Sprint + Q |
Ball Control
| Action | Key |
|---|---|
| Ground Pass | R |
| Lob Pass | T |
| Charge Shot | Hold M1 |
| Shoot | Release M1 |
| Backwards Kick | Release M2 |
Skills
| Action | Key |
|---|---|
| Dribble Moves | Z, X, C, V |
| Enter Flow | G |
| Left/Right Jump | Q / E |
| Left/Right Block | Z / C |
The dribble keys activate different moves depending on your Style. Some have four options, others have two. Check your moveset in the menu.
How Matches Work
5v5 soccer with anime abilities. Simple concept, deep execution.
Matches run 5 minutes per half. Goals win games. Sounds obvious, but I’ve seen players focus entirely on dribbling and never shoot. Don’t be that guy. I was that guy for 20 matches.
Flow State: Press G when your meter fills. Activates your Flow ability for limited time. Some boost shooting, others boost dribbling. Timing matters.
Awakening: Some Styles unlock awakening mid-match. Kaiser’s Big Bang Drive lets you teleport to aerial balls. Game-changing stuff.
Styles Explained
Styles are your character. They determine abilities, stats, and how you play.
Rarity tiers: Common, Rare, Epic, Legendary, World Class, Master Class.
Higher rarity doesn’t always mean better. Saw a skilled Isagi player destroy a bad Kaiser in ranked. But at equal skill? Rarity matters.
How to get Styles:
- Lucky Style spins from codes and gameplay
- Festive spins during events (better rates)
- Trading with players
Check our Blue Lock Rivals Styles Tier List for current meta rankings.
Flows Explained
Flows are buffs that complement your Style. Think of them as equipment.
Combos that work:
- Shidou + Demon Wings = aerial dominance
- Kaiser + Emperor = shooting power
- NEL Isagi + Prodigy = all-around boost
- NEL Nagi + Dribbler = 1v1 monster
I ran Shidou without Demon Wings for 50 hours. Wondered why I couldn’t win headers. The moment I got Demon Wings, everything clicked. Lost count of how many aerial duels I won after that.
Check our Blue Lock Rivals Flows Tier List for detailed rankings.
Mistakes I Made (So You Don’t Have To)
Never shooting. I was obsessed with dribbling. Looked cool, scored zero goals. The game rewards goals, not style points. If you have a clear shot, take it.
Ignoring Flow state. Forgot G existed for my first 20 hours. Flow abilities are massive. Use them.
Sprinting constantly. Drains stamina. I’d arrive at the ball exhausted and get tackled immediately. Walk sometimes.
Playing solo. This is a team game. Pass the ball. I know your Style has cool dribble moves, but a 2v1 is still a 2v1. Someone in the Discord put it perfectly: “Ego is for the anime, teamwork is for winning.”
Chasing meta before learning basics. Rerolled 50 times trying to get Kaiser before I understood how shooting worked. Learn the game first.
How to Actually Score
After 200+ hours, here’s what works:
Positioning matters more than Style. Be in the right place. If you’re always behind the ball, you’ll never score. Push up when your team has possession.
Charge your shots. Tap shooting is weak. Hold M1 for power. Release at the right moment. Overcharging makes you lose the ball. Took me 30 matches to find the sweet spot.
Use aerial plays. Headers and bicycle kicks are harder to save than ground shots. Jump + shoot near the goal. Styles like Shidou and Kaiser dominate the air.
Fake shots work. Start charging, then cancel with a dribble move. Goalkeepers commit early. Punish them. I score at least one fake-out goal per match now.
Pass into space. Don’t pass directly to teammates. Pass where they’re running. Creates 1v1 opportunities.
Progression Tips
Level up to 10 first. Can’t redeem codes until Level 10. Just play matches. Takes about 1-2 hours.
Join the Roblox group. Required for code redemption. Free spins are worth the 5 seconds.
Save spins for events. Festive spins have boosted rates. Pulled two Legendaries from 15 Festive spins during Snowlock. Regular spins? 100+ with nothing good.
Don’t waste Lucky Flows early. Wait until you have a Style worth building around. Flows are harder to get.
Best Styles for Beginners
If you’re new, these are forgiving:
Isagi (Common): Basic but solid. Good for learning without complex abilities.
Bachira (Rare): Dribbling focused. Teaches you how to beat defenders 1v1.
Nagi (Epic): Trap abilities make ball control easier. Good shooting options.
Kunigami (Legendary): Straightforward striker. Point and shoot.
Avoid NEL Isagi or Kaiser until you understand basics. Their abilities require game sense.
More Blue Lock Rivals Content
- Blue Lock Rivals Codes - Free spins and rewards
- Blue Lock Rivals Styles Tier List - Current meta rankings
- Blue Lock Rivals Flows Tier List - Best Flow combinations
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