Hardwood Empire

Hardwood Empire

by Finn keating

851 ratings
96 reviews
Free
In-App PurchasesWith Ads

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 25, 2026
  • August 6, 2026

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Manage a college basketball program, from recruiting top talent to simulating seasons and chasing championships. This deep simulation offers detailed player stats and a dynasty mode spanning over 20 seasons.

✓365 teams across 23 conferences
✓Full recruiting system
✓Season simulation with detailed stats
✓Player development and career tracking
✓Dynasty mode for 20+ seasons
✓Conference tournaments and championship bracket
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What's New in Hardwood Empire

3.5.12

August 6, 2026

Bug fixes

2

In-App Purchases

$3.99

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User reviews

Great Game

Please fix the issue where you get to year 5 with the same school and the game breaks. I love this game it’s easily the best mobile basketball game. The issue I have is the game resets back to game 29 of the previous season, but I keep my recruits that I got from that season.

Thoughtful game, i love this!

this game is a real time consumer. it’s pretty well made and in depth. Love how it’s constantly updated and evolving. i know nothing about baseball but im slowly learning the baseball one. please make a cfb version, you’d be the best dev ever! 🙏🏽

Amazing

I would never write a review on the App Store. That’s ridiculous thing to me but this game is that good

Greatest Developers Ever?

The game was already fun, and I’ve been playing since its first few weeks. But the continuous progress that’s made in the game to make it even better and more enjoyable is remarkable.

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Great and fun simulation game overall. However, a major issue is recruiting players. Almost 90% of the time when you have a favorable recruitment (50%+), you almost never actually win the recruitment which does not make any sense. The sim engine is also very funky. A ton of upsets happen in march madness and it seems like it’s almost more favorable for a lower seed to win which is just unrealistic most of the time.
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FAQ

What is Hardwood Empire?

Hardwood Empire is a deep college basketball dynasty simulation game where you manage a program from recruiting to championship glory. It offers detailed season simulations and player development.

How many teams are in Hardwood Empire?

Hardwood Empire features 365 teams spread across 23 conferences, providing a vast selection for your dynasty.

Can I play Hardwood Empire offline?

The provided description does not specify whether Hardwood Empire can be played offline. However, simulation games often require an internet connection for certain features.

Does Hardwood Empire have ads?

Yes, Hardwood Empire contains advertisements, as indicated by the 'hasAds' flag.

How often is Hardwood Empire updated?

Hardwood Empire is actively developed and updated, with the latest version (3.5.6) released on July 8, 2026.

What devices does Hardwood Empire support?

Hardwood Empire is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, and is rated for ages 4 and up.

What makes Hardwood Empire different from other basketball sims?

The developer emphasizes that Hardwood Empire is not shallow, abandoned, or loaded with microtransactions, and is actively developed based on community feedback.

How do I provide feedback for Hardwood Empire?

You can join the community on Reddit at r/HardwoodEmpire to share ideas, report bugs, and help shape the future development of the game.