Football Heroes 2015 in IOS

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82/100

Football Heroes 2015 is a breath of fresh air for those tired of the increasingly complex and micro-managed football sims. It throws realism out the window in favor of 'super-powered' arcade action that feels like a cross between 'Tecmo Bowl' and a superhero comic. As a sports gaming expert, I love the 'hero' mechanic—giving your players special moves like 'Teleport' or 'Tornado Tackle' turns a standard sports game into a strategic battle of abilities.

The RPG-style progression system is the real hook here. Leveling up your players and choosing their skill trees makes you feel invested in your custom team. The graphics are stylized and full of personality, with exaggerated animations that perfectly match the over-the-top gameplay. While it might not satisfy purists looking for a 1:1 simulation, it is arguably more 'fun' than its serious competitors, offering a fast-paced, high-impact experience that is perfect for mobile play.

Reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026
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Dinsun Review

I miss the days of Tecmo Bowl and NFL Blitz—games that didn't require a PhD in play-calling to enjoy. Football Heroes gets the 'feel' right. The hits are crunchy, and the simplified controls are a breath of fresh air. However, the '2015' in the title isn't the only thing that feels old. The game is built on a grind system that clearly wants you to open your wallet.

Once the novelty of the special moves wears off, you're left with a game that forces you to replay the same matches just to level up your stats enough to compete with the AI. It's a classic mobile trap. It's better than the annual Madden roster updates, but the lack of balance and the push toward microtransactions ruins what could have been a great arcade revival.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Satisfying arcade-style gameplay
  • Cool RPG-lite team building
  • Unique special moves
  • Heavy pay-to-win/grind mechanics
  • Repetitive AI patterns
  • Outdated visuals

Technical Report

Performance: Occasional crashes on newer iOS versions; legacy support is spotty.

Accessibility:

    Audience Fit

    Buy if: You want NFL Blitz vibes on your phone and don't mind a grind.

    Skip if: You want a serious simulation or hate stats-based progression in sports.

    Similar Games:
    • Retro Bowl
    • Madden NFL Mobile
    • Super Mega Baseball

    Reviewer Context

    • Reviewer: Dinsun
    • Hardware: iPad Mini
    • Playtime: 15 hours
    • Status: Built a Level 40 Team

    The Game

    Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

    Version 1.7Tue May 09 2017

    This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

    > Now 64-bit compatible!


    Football Heroes 2015 is here with an all new season of over-the-top arcade football action! Fight your way to the end zone using skill, strategy, and special moves to smash the competition and bring home the win. Power up your players and customize your roster to build the ultimate football team in the universe. You have never seen a football game quite like this!

    “Football Heroes is without question the best American sports portrayal on the app store.” - Touch Arcade

    "…the feel of the game is fantastic. The movement is fluid and easy and the gestures make sense. Hilariously, this over-the-top football game is the best controlling football game we've ever played on iOS." - Touch Arcade

    "Players move and perform with lots of personality and swagger, especially with the special moves." - Slide To Play

    "The Return Of Arcade Football" - Game Informer

    - FEATURES -

    FREE TO PLAY

    > No paywalls or timers.

    FULL CONTROL

    > Simple touch-screen controls let you control the action on the field: run, pass, spin and tackle -- all at the touch of your fingertips.

    CHALLENGING GAME MODES

    > Game modes that will keep you coming back for more: Cup Mode, Quick Match, Sudden Death, and the NEW Coin Battle Mode.

    MULTIPLAYER

    > Play Head to Head via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.

    LEVEL UP

    > Level up your players abilities by catching passes, making tackles, and scoring touchdowns.

    CUSTOMIZE

    > Customize your Team and Players - upload a logo and customize team colors.

    COLLECT

    > Collect powerful Hero Cards with unique abilities - Bronze, Silver and NEW Gold cards.

    INCREDIBLE SUPER POWERS

    > Lock-On Tackle, Rocket Shoes, Bullet Pass, Teleport, Crushing Tackle, Ground Pound, and many more!

    FIGHT FIGHT FIGHT!

    > Deep fighting game system with special moves and counters.

    MANAGE YOUR TEAM

    > Team Management, buy and sell Hero Cards, sub players in and out.

    CROSS DEVICE PLAY

    > Cross device syncing: play with the same team on your smartphone or tablet.

    Already a fan of Football Heroes? Like us on Facebook and follow us on twitter:

    https://www.facebook.com/FootballHeroesTheGame

    https://twitter.com/FootballHeroes_

    For technical issues or if you require support please email:

    support@run-games.com

    Football Heroes® is a registered trademark of Run Games LLC. All Rights Reserved.

    This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit.(http://www.openssl.org/).

    This product includes cryptographic software written by Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com).


    Requires iOS 6.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

    Football Heroes 2015 is here with an all new season of over-the-top arcade football action! Fight your way to the end zone using skill, strategy, and special moves to smash the competition and bring home the win. Power up your players and customize your roster to build the ultimate football team in the universe. You have never seen a football game quite like this!

    “Football Heroes is without question the best American sports portrayal on the app store.” - Touch Arcade

    "…the feel of the game is fantastic. The movement is fluid and easy and the gestures make sense. Hilariously, this over-the-top football game is the best controlling football game we've ever played on iOS." - Touch Arcade

    "Players move and perform with lots of personality and swagger, especially with the special moves." - Slide To Play

    "The Return Of Arcade Football" - Game Informer

    - FEATURES -

    FREE TO PLAY

    > No paywalls or timers.

    FULL CONTROL

    > Simple touch-screen controls let you control the action on the field: run, pass, spin and tackle -- all at the touch of your fingertips.

    CHALLENGING GAME MODES

    > Game modes that will keep you coming back for more: Cup Mode, Quick Match, Sudden Death, and the NEW Coin Battle Mode.

    MULTIPLAYER

    > Play Head to Head via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.

    LEVEL UP

    > Level up your players abilities by catching passes, making tackles, and scoring touchdowns.

    CUSTOMIZE

    > Customize your Team and Players - upload a logo and customize team colors.

    COLLECT

    > Collect powerful Hero Cards with unique abilities - Bronze, Silver and NEW Gold cards.

    INCREDIBLE SUPER POWERS

    > Lock-On Tackle, Rocket Shoes, Bullet Pass, Teleport, Crushing Tackle, Ground Pound, and many more!

    FIGHT FIGHT FIGHT!

    > Deep fighting game system with special moves and counters.

    MANAGE YOUR TEAM

    > Team Management, buy and sell Hero Cards, sub players in and out.

    CROSS DEVICE PLAY

    > Cross device syncing: play with the same team on your smartphone or tablet.

    Already a fan of Football Heroes? Like us on Facebook and follow us on twitter:

    https://www.facebook.com/FootballHeroesTheGame

    https://twitter.com/FootballHeroes_

    For technical issues or if you require support please email:

    support@run-games.com

    Football Heroes® is a registered trademark of Run Games LLC. All Rights Reserved.

    This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit.(http://www.openssl.org/).

    This product includes cryptographic software written by Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com).


    Ratings & Reviews

    3.5 out of 5 with 962 Counts
    Age Rating 9+

    Screenshots

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    Football Heroes 2015 is an action-packed sports game that blends classic arcade football with deep RPG mechanics. Build your own custom team and compete in challenging seasons to earn experience and unlock powerful 'Hero Moves.' From flame-trailing passes to ground-shaking tackles, the gameplay is fast, fluid, and incredibly intense. Featuring full control over both offense and defense, as well as local multiplayer, it’s the ultimate gridiron experience for players who want more 'Super' in their Super Bowl.

    Features

    1

    Deep RPG leveling and skill trees

    2

    Over-the-top 'Hero' special moves

    3

    Full team customization and recruitment

    4

    Local multiplayer via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi

    Tips

    Promotion Videos

    Football Heroes: Pro Edition (by Run Games) - Universal - HD Gameplay Trailer - YouTube

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    The game features its own roster of legendary 'Heroes,' but you can name and customize your players to resemble your favorite real-world stars.

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