# XC Cross Country Racing > Strategic cross country racing game with stamina management and character customization. (iPhone/iPad app by Ryan Craven.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xc-cross-country-racing/id6446442847 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Ryan Craven](https://appshunter.io/developer/1667132308) - Category: Games, Sports, Racing, Strategy - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.45/5 from 89 App Store ratings · 44 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 12.0 · 373 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2023-04-14 - Data updated: 2026-07-06 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xc-cross-country-racing/id6446442847/reviews.md ## What is XC Cross Country Racing? A strategy based racing game where you must manage your stamina as you determine whether you should follow behind the other racers or push the pace. Customize your character and get ready to take on the competition as you try to win the race and compete for a top spot on the leaderboards. There are three difficulties to choose from, but be forewarned this game demands as much toughness and patience as the sport (and kart racers) that inspired it. ## Key features - Stamina management - Strategic racing - Character customization - Leaderboard competition - Multiple difficulty levels ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Custom Character Creator | $4.99 | one-time | | Custom Character Creator | $4.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 44) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xc-cross-country-racing/id6446442847/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Contest *2026-04-11, version 4* How do I go onto contest it’s not working please help 😕😕😕😕😕😕😕 ### 4/5 — More *2025-10-19* More runners you go against I’m begging 🥺 you please you will get everybody playing it and it will be way more fun and different courses please I want it to be like a actual crosscountry race please I’m begging you ### 5/5 — This game is peak *2025-09-22, version 4* Needs to have teams or new courses but this game changed my life. Ever since I downloaded it I’ve felt nothing but joy ### 5/5 — Title *2025-09-20, version 4* I can finally run a 5k faster than 23 minutes. Just not in real life ### 5/5 — I'm addicted to this game *2025-05-27, version 3* This is a very addicting game and it is underrated asl. ### 5/5 — Addicted to this game *2025-05-24, version 3* If you run XC and/or track, I would recommend this game. ### 5/5 — Awesome game *2024-12-20* I’ve spent so much time this is so fun ### 4/5 — Insanely Addicting, But Filled With Bots *2024-12-17, version 3* Been playing this app for the past year, and have been particularly focused on fine-tuning my strategy over the past three months…the primary element that keeps me engaged and hungry for more is the steady, incremental progression up the leaderboards. SERIOUS question though, with the influx of sub-14:20 times (and even somebody going sub-14) at the Freshman difficulty level: Is there a shortcut on the course (logically, within the final kilometer) that I’m unaware of? OR are certain other folks being given much faster computer competitors to draft? I mean, c’mon, seriously. 13:59 defies logic and comprehension, from a technical standpoint, UNLESS the stamina system itself was completely overhauled (and it wasn’t). Sub-14:20 alone literally seems impossible given the current parameters, and I’ve fully analyzed EVERYTHING in this game. The game is entertaining, but it’s PAINFULLY obvious that folks are either cheating/hacking, or gaining unfair advantages of some kind. Honestly, the nail in the coffin was that sub-14. I implore y'all to clean things up. Please, for the love of the game. ### 5/5 — Insanely Addicting Progression *2024-12-14* Been playing this app for the past year, and have been particularly focused on fine-tuning my strategy over the past three months…the primary element that keeps me engaged and hungry for more is the steady, incremental progression up the leaderboards. Serious question though, with the influx of sub-14:20 times (and even somebody knocking at the door of sub-14) at the Freshman difficulty level: Is there a shortcut on the course that I’m unaware of? OR are certain other folks randomly being given much faster computer competitors to draft? I mean, c’mon, seriously. 14:01 defies logic and comprehension, from a technical standpoint…literally seems impossible given the current parameters, and I’ve fully analyzed everything in this game. And yes, I’ve even made sure that I have the most recent version of the app, and that there’s no new power-up system or something behind it, as it would seem… ### 5/5 — Best game ever *2024-11-30* Absolutely great game with no Wi-Fi for long. Bus journey would absolutely recommend download download ## Frequently asked questions about XC Cross Country Racing ### What kind of game is XC Cross Country Racing? It is a strategy-based racing game where players must manage their character's stamina. You'll need to make tactical decisions about when to push the pace and when to conserve energy to win races and climb the leaderboards. ### Can I customize my character in the game? Yes, you can customize your character before taking on the competition. This allows for a personalized racing experience as you strive for victory and a high ranking. ### What are the difficulty options available? The game offers three different difficulty levels to choose from. Be prepared for a challenging experience, as the game demands toughness and patience, much like the sport it is inspired by. ### Is this game free to play? The game is free to download and play. However, it does offer in-app purchases, which may enhance the gameplay experience or provide additional options. ## Version history (last 3 releases) ### 4 — 2025-09-15 There are some minor updates to the menu ui as well as the in game ui. Particularly, adjustments were made so PRs would be visible even if you have a newer iPhone that has the window in the top center of the phone. I've also included a button to access the latest FREE new XC course. ### 3 — 2024-11-15 At long last, I have implemented a Freshman version of the race in which you don't bump into the other runners. I hope to have a new level by next cross country season. Thanks for your patience and please continue to share the game. ### 1.0 — 2023-04-15 No release notes. ## Apps similar to XC Cross Country Racing | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Subway Surfers](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/subway-surfers/id512939461) | 4.6 (3,759,235) | Free | Games | | [On Paper Sports Football '24](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/on-paper-sports-football-24/id6451453470) | 4.5 (229) | Free | Games | | [Life Simulator - Hobo CEO](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/life-simulator-hobo-ceo/id1587216919) | 4.8 (8,758) | Free | Games | | [TV Wars: Primetime Simulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-wars-primetime-simulator/id6449303802) | 4.7 (655) | Free | Games | | [Roll](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roll/id6452083813) | 4.5 (300) | Free | Games | | [Impeached 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/impeached-2/id1663664237) | 4.5 (736) | Free | Games | ## More apps by Ryan Craven - [XC Cross Country Racing 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xc-cross-country-racing-2/id6751477108) All apps by Ryan Craven: https://appshunter.io/developer/1667132308 ## Related topics [xc cross country racing](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/xc-cross-country-racing) · [cross country runing](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/cross-country-runing) · [xc cross country racing 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/xc-cross-country-racing-2) · [cross country game](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/cross-country-game) · [cross country](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/cross-country) · [cross country allied](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/cross-country-allied) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-07-06.*