There is a secret button combination within the game to make it fun. Press the PS button twice, then scroll right with the D-Pad until you're over a tile called "Rocket League". Press X and confirm any dialogues that may pop up.
If you're playing on Steam, there is a similar button combination.
Currently no way to make it fun on X1 but it may be patched in at a later time.
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