a shortened version of 'real' or 'relatable' used in text
(texting)
p1: "sometimes i forget to do my schoolwork"
p2: "rl"
A kid that plays rocket league all days and spins and the air and hit sick reads and octa helis in training
Real Life before Virtual Life. Used mainly in games with immerse roleplay as a reminder that anyone can need some space when feeling too much pressure.
Paul: man, I felt like shit after that. I think I won't play tonight with the guild
Andrew: np man, RL>VL