# International Cup Sim: Soccer — Roguelike football, one life

> Roguelike football management simulation with permadeath and meta-progression. (iPhone/iPad app by Josh Pavey.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/international-cup-sim-soccer/id6777551902 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Josh Pavey](https://appshunter.io/developer/871421796)
- Category: Games, Sports, Simulation, Sports
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 41 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-06-30
- Data updated: 2026-09-06
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/international-cup-sim-soccer/id6777551902/reviews.md

## What is International Cup Sim?

Take charge of a nation and chase glory at the biggest tournament in football. One squad. One shot. Lose a knockout and it is over.

International Cup Sim is a roguelike football management game where every choice carries the weight of your whole run. Pick your country, name yourself manager, set your formation, starting XI and tactics, then live every match minute by minute. Escape the group, conquer the bracket, lift the trophy. Or get knocked out and start again from nothing.

WHY YOU WILL GET HOOKED
• Permadeath stakes. No saves, no second chances. Fail to escape your group or lose a single knockout and the run ends. Every team sheet matters.
• Real management depth. 7 formations, attacking, balanced and defensive tactics, positional familiarity, plus squad fatigue and team morale that carry from match to match.
• 48 nations, authentic format. Real squads, 12 groups, a Round of 32, all the way to the Final.
• Living matches. Minute by minute commentary, pre match scouting, win probabilities, extra time and nerve shredding penalty shootouts.

BUILD A RUN, NOT JUST A TEAM
• Roguelike boons. Draft permanent upgrades between rounds and turn every run into a build.
• Meta progression. Earn Prestige each run, unlock new formations, climb Manager Levels, and chase records and achievements.
• Daily Challenge. A fresh nation and a new twist every day, with a streak to defend.
• Spin to Win. Draft a cross era Dream XI from every tournament between 1966 and 2026 and prove it on the pitch.

PLAY ANYWHERE
No ads. No timers. No internet required. The whole game lives on your iPhone, ready whenever you are.

GO ONLINE WITH PRO
Unlock ranked 1v1, friend challenges, multiplayer rooms and the global leaderboard with a single one time purchase. The full single player game stays free, forever.

One nation. One life. Can you go all the way?

Unofficial and unaffiliated. Not associated with or endorsed by any football governing body or competition organiser. Uses text only player names; no official names, logos, crests or trademarks.

## Key features

- Permadeath stakes
- Real management depth
- Authentic tournament format
- Roguelike boons
- Meta progression
- Daily Challenge
- Spin to Win Dream XI

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| International Cup Sim Pro | $1.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about International Cup Sim

### What is the core gameplay loop of International Cup Sim?

International Cup Sim is a roguelike football management game. You manage a national team through a tournament with permadeath. If you lose a knockout match or fail to advance from the group stage, your run ends, and you must start a new one from scratch.

### Does International Cup Sim have ads?

No, International Cup Sim is ad-free. The description explicitly states 'No ads. No timers. No internet required.' This allows for uninterrupted gameplay.

### How does the permadeath mechanic work in International Cup Sim?

Permadeath means there are no saves or second chances. Losing a single knockout match or failing to progress from the group stage will end your current run, forcing you to start a new game from the beginning.

### What kind of meta-progression is available in International Cup Sim?

You can earn 'Prestige' each run to unlock new formations and climb 'Manager Levels'. There are also achievements and records to chase, providing long-term goals beyond individual tournament runs.

### Can I play International Cup Sim offline?

Yes, the game is designed for offline play. The description states, 'No internet required. The whole game lives on your iPhone, ready whenever you are.'

### What is the 'Spin to Win' feature in International Cup Sim?

The 'Spin to Win' feature allows you to draft a 'Dream XI' team composed of players from past and future tournaments, spanning from 1966 to 2026. You then prove this team's worth on the pitch.

### What is the difference between the free game and the Pro version?

The full single-player game remains free forever. The 'Pro' version is a one-time purchase that unlocks online features like ranked 1v1 matches, friend challenges, multiplayer rooms, and the global leaderboard.

### What age rating does International Cup Sim have?

International Cup Sim has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide audience, including younger players.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0.0 — 2026-07-01

No release notes.

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