Soccer just got a turbocharged makeover. Football Heroes League, the explosive, hero-powered arcade soccer game from Run Games, stealth-dropped into Early Access this week on Steam and the Epic Games Store, immediately following its reveal at the Future Games Show during gamescom latam.
Blending the fundamentals of tactical soccer with superhuman abilities, Football Heroes League reimagines the beautiful game for a high-octane future. Developed by a veteran team of industry pros with experience at studios like Treyarch, EA, and Pandemic, the game is now available as a free-to-play Early Access title for PC players, with console and mobile launches on the horizon.
⚽ Futuristic Soccer, Supercharged – Football Heroes League
Set in a world where soccer has evolved into a tech-infused spectacle, Football Heroes League takes place in the year 20XX. Here, players aren’t just athletes — they’re enhanced heroes using elemental powers, robotic defense systems, and even gene-modified skills to dominate the pitch.
Whether you’re playing casual 2v2 matches or diving into ranked 5v5 showdowns, every match is packed with over-the-top action and strategic depth. Choose from a growing roster of uniquely skilled characters like:
- Kenzo, an acrobatic striker who launches a devastating Spinning Bicycle Kick,
- Bun-E, a robotic goalie specialist with a knack for shutting down plays,
- Beckers, a balanced midfielder who controls the tempo with finesse and force.
The accessible controls allow players to trap, pass, and shoot with precision, while underlying realistic physics ensure every chaotic play feels rewarding and reactive.
🎮 Built for Players, By Players – Football Heroes League
“We’ve played soccer our whole lives — many of us still do — and we wanted to capture that real-world passion while injecting the creativity and spectacle only games can offer,” said Michael Marzola, Creative Director at Run Games. “Football Heroes League is our love letter to soccer, but it’s also our tribute to classic arcade sports titles that are easy to pick up and impossible to put down.”
🦸 What’s in Early Access?
At launch, Football Heroes League features:
- Five distinct playable heroes
- Online multiplayer in 2v2, 3v3, and 5v5 formats
- Casual and ranked modes
- Free-to-play access, with an optional All Character Bundle and a selection of skins, recolors, and emotes
New heroes, gameplay modes, and updates are planned as the game evolves toward a full 1.0 release, including support for consoles and mobile devices.
🌍 Global Access, Community Focus
Football Heroes League supports multiple languages including English, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Portuguese, French, German, Japanese, Italian, Spanish, and Korean — making it ready for a global audience right out of the gate.
Players can join the official Discord to provide feedback, match up with friends, or just talk tactics. Run Games is also active on X (Twitter), sharing updates and community highlights.
Ready to hit the field?
Football Heroes League is free to play right now on Steam and the Epic Games Store. Whether you’re a soccer purist or an arcade action junkie, this hybrid experience might be your next obsession.
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