# 4th and Goal — 2023

> Realistic football simulation game with real plays and team customization. (iPhone/iPad app by Glowmonkey.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/4th-and-goal/id1238382341 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Glowmonkey](https://appshunter.io/developer/594750442)
- Category: Games, Sports, Action, Sports
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 303 App Store ratings · 62 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 511 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-01-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-12
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/4th-and-goal/id1238382341/reviews.md

## What is 4th and Goal?

This is the mobile version of the hugely popular football game on desktop. Developed by a former professional quarterback, this game offers a genuine and realistic football experience with real plays taken from high school, college, and professional playbooks. Whether you're a seasoned football fan or just looking for an engaging and challenging game, "4th and Goal" is the perfect choice for you. Download now and lead your team to victory! Remember, no punts...it's 4th and Goal.

Compete in a single Championship game or battle through a Playoff Tournament. Pick your team and dominate!
Choose "My Team" to save your team colors, player numbers, and playoff tournament progress. 
Set your Touchdown Celebration in the My Team menu.

Tip: On defense, if you use the hit button to tackle the ball carrier, you might cause a fumble! Step in front of a pass, and you might get an interception.

## Key features

- Realistic football simulation
- Plays from high school, college, and pro playbooks
- Championship and Playoff Tournament modes
- Team customization (colors, numbers)
- Defensive strategy (fumbles, interceptions)
- Touchdown celebrations

## What do users think of 4th and Goal?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎮 Good customization options for teams and players
- 📱 Works offline without internet requirement
- 🚀 Fast to download and install
- 🎯 Simple and easy-to-learn controls
- 🏈 Faithful recreation of computer version on mobile
- ✨ Engaging TD celebrations and visual feedback

**Cons**

- ⚠️ Game is too easy, lacks challenge
- 🐛 Frequent crashes after scoring touchdowns
- 🎮 Passing mechanics are unrealistic and difficult
- 🛡️ Defense AI is too weak and ineffective
- 📊 No in-game scoreboard visibility
- 🎨 Graphics quality is poor
- 📺 Excessive ads throughout gameplay
- 🎯 Offensive plays are overpowered compared to defense
- ⚙️ Inconsistent game mechanics and balance

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game crashes after scoring touchdowns
- Game crashes during extra point attempts
- Game crashes during field goal kicks
- Movement controls unresponsive in certain areas
- Kickoff return safety/touchback miscalculation
- Onside kick always results in turnover
- Ball teleports to receiver instead of realistic passing
- Player flopping animation after kickoff return tackle
- Game freezes and closes unexpectedly
- Graphics glitches (blurry ball on field goal)
- Inconsistent fumble recovery mechanics
- All o-linemen wear same number as QB
- Unrealistic player speed parity
- Ball interception impossible on defense

**Most requested features**

- In-game scoreboard display
- Field goal and punt options
- Quarter system (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th)
- Custom jersey creation instead of NFL team jerseys
- Player name customization on jerseys
- Catching and tackle animations
- Career mode with player-specific control
- Practice game mode
- 3rd person camera perspective option
- Tournament/league mode
- Realistic difficulty mode
- One-handed control button
- Closer camera angle
- Hurdle/jump mechanics
- Multiple stadiums and weather effects
- Higher interception percentage
- Body type customization
- Pause game functionality clarity
- Option to remove ads for payment

## Recent user reviews (10 of 62)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/4th-and-goal/id1238382341/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Game

*2026-06-30, version 1.17*

Fun

### 2/5 — Rigged but overall game is okay

*2025-05-24, version 1.17*

You can’t intercept the ball, and they catch the ball Evrey play

### 4/5 — Good 👍 game but a mistake and ad stuff

*2024-08-10, version 1.17*

First: In a kickoff return and you get tackled in the end zone it counts as a safety not a touchback. Second: add a button that says change a player’s name.third: add a 1st 2nd 3rd and 4th quarter.4th: add when you don’t think you can’t reach the yellow line add a choice to punt or kick a feldgoal .5th: why does the CPU always make the extra point good .make the CPU sometimes miss the extra point and make it make tthem go for 2 points.next step: add a scoreboard and add penalty call the jerseys are NFL teams jerseys. Please make us make our own jerseys and editing the color of the helmet pants and jersey instead of choosing which NFL jerseys every time I choose the Cowboys home jerseys and I was gonna play a team and all of a sudden the Cowboys were blue and the other team were red I mean, I’m playing I was playing the Chiefs ADD ALL OF THEM!!?

### 1/5 — Disappointed, when playing I couldn’t help notice the lack of effort

*2024-08-05, version 1.17*

For details what I found wrong we’re clear, every o-lineman where’s the same number, number 1 which the quarterback also wears, the create a team is just renaming a current NFL team, no animations and instead have cut scenes, big hit being a guaranteed big hit and a 50/50 fumble chance which is alway recovered by the defence, the controls being wierd as if I could turn when I want, switching any running angle results in a “juke” passing is not based on timing, I could throw it to my receiver very late and the ball just teleports to him, also had to point out if you do an onside kick, run at them full speed, and click big hit it’s always a turnover, my quarterback was a fast as my right guard and my running back, you don’t know the score till the end of the game, when you score the stands start shaking and off the field it’s just one sold color, not once have I been so disappointed in a football game since madden 23

### 4/5 — Maybe add score board in game

*2023-12-02, version 1.16*

I think you should add score board in game because I’m always wondering what the score is. Thanks! (if you can do it)

### 5/5 — Great

*2023-11-12, version 1.16*

How do you pause the game

### 2/5 — Lol

*2023-06-29, version 1.12*

On kickoffs , return right and hit the burners.  TD every time

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2023-02-13, version 1.12*

This game has terrible graphics and it’s so hard to tackle! Do not get this game!

### 4/5 — It glitched out but still good

*2023-02-05, version 1.12*

I rated this 4 stars because it is a good game and fun to play. I like a lot of glow monkey games and other stuff. Just the last 2 times I played it glitched and took me back to my home screen. If you notice this glow monkey I would check for any bugs in here

### 5/5 — Awesome

*2023-01-03, version 1.11*

I love it so much. I love the graphics Tinker Bell, the best game I’ve ever seen

## Frequently asked questions about 4th and Goal

### What is 4th and Goal?

4th and Goal is a mobile football simulation game that offers a realistic experience with plays drawn from actual high school, college, and professional playbooks. It allows players to compete in single championship games or playoff tournaments, customize their teams, and employ strategic offensive and defensive tactics.

### What are the key features of 4th and Goal?

Key features include a realistic football simulation, authentic plays from various levels of football, championship and playoff tournament modes, team customization options like colors and player numbers, and strategic defensive actions such as causing fumbles and intercepting passes. Players can also set custom touchdown celebrations.

### How much does 4th and Goal cost?

The application is free to download and play. It is supported by advertisements, meaning you will see ads while playing the game. There are no in-app purchases mentioned for this version.

### What kind of gameplay can I expect in 4th and Goal?

You can expect a genuine and challenging football experience. The game focuses on realistic plays and strategic decision-making. On offense, you'll execute plays, and on defense, you can actively try to cause fumbles or intercept passes to gain an advantage and lead your team to victory.

### Is 4th and Goal available on all devices?

While the description doesn't explicitly state compatibility, it is presented as a mobile version of a desktop game, suggesting it is designed for smartphones and tablets. Users should check their respective app stores for specific device and operating system requirements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.17 — 2023-12-04

Bug fixes. Improvement to the upgrade system for individual players on your team.

### 1.16 — 2023-11-05

Lots of updates: A new player upgrade system is introduced in this version. Race an opponent to increase your skill players' speed. Push the sled to increase your players' strength and endurance. New "Lock On" button for defensive player. Playbook changes. New stadium. Let us know what you would like to see in the next update!

### 1.12 — 2023-02-04

Customizing your team just got better. The "My Team" menu has improved UI for a better experience. Change your team name, colors, and TD celebration in an easier way. Cut scene graphics are now tailored to your team, so you see your player make interceptions, Big Hits, and recover fumbles.

### 1.11 — 2022-02-07

A few graphic updates for 2022.

### 1.09 — 2021-11-07

Fans asked for customization, so we added a "My Team" menu. Now you can customize your players' uniforms, colors, numbers, and Touchdown celebrations!
You can also name your team, and the End Zones will display the team's name. The playoff season will save your progress now as well.

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