# X's and O's Football — Draw your own routes

> Draw custom football routes and plays for a unique turn-based strategy game. (iPhone/iPad app by Harden Consulting LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xs-and-os-football/id1338265363 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Harden Consulting LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/366561891)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Simulation, Sports
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 572 App Store ratings · 41 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 32 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-02-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xs-and-os-football/id1338265363/reviews.md

## What is X's and O's Football?

A MUST HAVE Game for iMessage, play College football Overtime rules right in iMessage!

A very unique twist on football! Draw your own routes and plays! All players only move on their routes, creating a very one of a kind football experience, watching if your defenders will cross the same routes as the offense!

Play multiple ways:
•Turn based through iMessage app at your leisure
•Singleplayer
•New Playoff mode!
•Live multiplayer through GameCenter with a friend

**Also play by College Football Overtime rules! No clock, and each user gets the ball at the 25 yard line!

All time stats are saved to leaderboards for single player, view stats after each game and share the results.

## Key features

- Draw custom routes and plays
- Turn-based iMessage gameplay
- Singleplayer mode
- Playoff mode
- Live multiplayer via GameCenter
- College Football Overtime rules

## What do users think of X's and O's Football?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 💡 Innovative play-drawing mechanic
- 🎮 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 🧠 Strategy-focused rather than reflex-based
- ⏱️ Good time-killer/casual experience
- 👥 Enjoyable multiplayer with friends
- 🏈 Unique football game concept

**Cons**

- 🐛 Defensive AI exploits (running out of bounds)
- 🐛 Defensive players don't actively defend
- 😤 Game is too easy once you learn AI patterns
- 📺 Ads obstruct screen and gameplay
- 🎮 Limited player count (not 11v11)
- ⚖️ Unrealistic 15-yard play limit
- 🔧 Multiple glitches and crashes
- 🎯 Difficulty drawing plays due to screen truncation
- 🏃 Offensive out-of-bounds advantage imbalance

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game ends randomly even when tied
- Head-to-head mode not functional
- Computer runs plays out of bounds while defense cannot
- Cannot draw plays when screen is truncated by ads
- Cannot reach second overtime due to glitches
- Multiplayer doesn't work properly
- Inconsistent yard gain calculations (claims 15 max but allows more)

**Most requested features**

- Man-to-man and zone defense options
- Screen pass plays
- Ability to move players at all times
- Save custom plays
- Team renaming option
- 11v11 player count
- Season mode
- Online multiplayer (live, not turn-based)
- Go for 2 conversion option
- Adjustable time length and player counts
- Blocking assignments for center
- More defensive formations
- Extended field for easier touchdowns
- Better CPU overtime logic

## Recent user reviews (10 of 41)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xs-and-os-football/id1338265363/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great

*2026-01-18*

The only thing Is maybe add a little defense and in player vs cpu if it it’s overtime an do get a two point conversion I automatically win because they don’t go for 2

### 3/5 — I liked the old version better

*2025-08-03*

I really like this version of the game, but I liked it when they had all the players. Like 11 on 11

### 5/5 — Fun

*2024-11-08, version 2.1*

Super fun and a great game

### 4/5 — Needs

*2024-10-15*

-This game needs screen passes -needs to be able to move at all times -orphans. Also wanna move to go get blocks

### 2/5 — Ruined by one dumb rule

*2024-09-23*

This is an interesting game. Unlike so many other football games, this game involves careful thinking, not reflexes.

But it’s ruined by one dumb rule. For some reason, a 15 yard gain is the most you can get on a single play. That’s so unrealistic it’s silly.

### 5/5 — The best

*2024-08-17, version 2.1*

Can’t stop playing , I’m well over 25 years old lol, love it!!!

### 1/5 — It was not letting me play head to head

*2024-03-22, version 2.1*

Fix the issue

### 4/5 — A little more improvement needed

*2023-04-12*

My little cousin first introduced this game to me and I fell in love with it. Now me and my brother constantly play it. However, the game is very glitchy. The game sometimes ends randomly for no apparent reason, even if the score is tied. Also on defense, it’s really hard to get a stop. I really love the simple concept, but if you could perfect it… it would be top 5 easily

### 1/5 — Screen size affects ability to draw plays

*2023-01-29, version 1.7*

The advertisements affect the size of the screen and many plays one cannot draw the player routes because the screen is truncated/cutoff and I can’t draw plays.

### 3/5 — So close to greatness

*2022-12-05*

Game is fun to play with friends when you’re getting the hang of it and it has an awesome concept, however you quickly realize how much the defensive side of the ball lacks. They have no ability to “make a play” so to speak so you have to have your secondary on the exact spot the receiver is at when the ball is thrown, because of this games tend to get stale, I’m hoping the devs are still working on the game!

## Frequently asked questions about X's and O's Football

### What is X's and O's Football?

X's and O's Football is a unique mobile game where players draw their own offensive and defensive routes. It offers a distinct football experience by focusing on strategic route planning and execution.

### How do I play X's and O's Football?

You can play in multiple ways: turn-based through the iMessage app, in single-player mode, a new Playoff mode, or live multiplayer with friends via GameCenter. The game also features college football overtime rules.

### Is X's and O's Football free to play?

The game is free to download and play, supported by advertisements. There are no in-app purchases or subscriptions required to enjoy the core gameplay.

### What devices is X's and O's Football compatible with?

The app is designed for iOS devices, specifically mentioning its integration with iMessage and GameCenter, indicating compatibility with iPhones and iPads.

### What makes this football game different?

Its core difference lies in the ability to draw custom routes for all players. This creates a unique strategic challenge where you must anticipate defender movements and avoid route collisions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.4 — 2026-06-16

-Fixed several bugs on iMessage game
-Added after 4 OT, each team only gets 1 try

### 2.3 — 2025-04-05

-Removed ads showing after scoring

### 2.2 — 2024-11-16

-Minor bug fixes

### 2.1 — 2023-12-11

-Added new Playoff option!
-Added option to go for 2!
-Tweaked computer QB rollout options

### 2.0 — 2023-11-21

-Fix for iOS 17 iMessage turn based game

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