Why Early Access?

As an indie studio developing an ambitious multiplayer sports game, we believe community involvement is crucial to creating the competitive experience players want. Football Heroes League is built on the foundation of dynamic player interactions, character balance, and precise controls - elements that require extensive testing and refinement from a diverse player base.

Early Access allows us to:

  • Fine-tune character abilities and special moves with real player feedback

  • Balance competitive rankings and matchmaking across different skill levels

  • Optimize netcode and server performance under real-world conditions

  • Develop new characters and features based on community priorities

  • Build and nurture a strong competitive community from day one

We're inviting players to be part of our development journey, helping shape everything from character balance to competitive systems. Your gameplay experience and feedback will directly influence the evolution of Football Heroes League, ensuring we create the most exciting and balanced competitive soccer game possible.

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

We expect Football Heroes League to be in Early Access for 2-3 months. This timeline allows us to implement our planned features and improvements while incorporating valuable community feedback.

While we're committed to this timeline, our top priority is delivering a polished and engaging experience. We'll adjust our schedule as needed based on community feedback and game development progress to ensure Football Heroes League meets the high standards our players deserve.

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

The Early Access version of Football Heroes League provides the core competitive soccer experience with our initial roster of heroes, core gameplay mechanics, and ranking system. As we progress toward the full version, we plan to expand and enrich the game in several key areas:

Gameplay:

  • Additional game modes beyond traditional soccer matches, including Footvolley and 1v1 showdowns

  • An expanded roster of heroes, each bringing unique abilities and playstyles to the field

  • Enhanced social features through our Club System, allowing players to build and grow their own competitive communities

Competitive Framework:

  • Refined matchmaking and ranking systems based on Early Access player data

  • Structured competitive seasons with special events and challenges

  • Advanced club competition systems and rankings

Community-Driven Features:

  • New customization options for heroes and clubs

  • Additional game modes shaped by player feedback and community ideas

  • Continuous balance updates and gameplay refinements

While these represent our current vision for Football Heroes League, we'll remain flexible and adapt our development focus based on community feedback during Early Access. Our ultimate goal is to create the most exciting and engaging competitive soccer experience possible

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

Football Heroes League launches in Early Access with a robust set of core features ready for players to enjoy:

Gameplay Features:

  • Core Football gameplay: dribbling, trapping, tackling, passing, shooting, etc.

  • 5 unique Heroes with distinct abilities and playstyles

  • Multiple match types: 2v2, 3v3, and 5v5 matches

  • Classic Mode with superpowers disabled for traditional soccer gameplay

  • Training modes - Dribbling, Juggling, Shooting

  • Tutorial to teach players how to play

  • AI matches for skill development

Progression Systems:

  • Competitive ranking ladder from Plastic Division to Soccer God

  • Daily and weekly quests with currency rewards

  • Free Hero rotation system - try a new character every day

Social Features:

  • Team up with your Steam friends in the Lobby

  • Text chat communication

  • Expressive emote system

Customization:

  • Hero customization options

  • Purchasable skins, emotes, and new Heroes

  • In-game shop with regular updates

All core systems are implemented and functioning, providing a solid foundation for further development and refinement based on community feedback.

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

Football Heroes League will remain free to play throughout Early Access and after full release. As we add new content and features, we plan to introduce additional premium Heroes and customization options, while maintaining our commitment to fair free-to-play gameplay.

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

We believe the best competitive games are built hand-in-hand with their communities. Here's how we're making that happen:

Direct Communication:

  • Active presence on our Discord server where players can interact directly with developers

  • Regular developer updates about upcoming features and changes

  • Dedicated feedback channels for bug reports, balance suggestions, and feature requests

  • Community polls to help guide our development priorities

In-Game Feedback:

  • Built-in feedback system for match balance and hero abilities

  • Post-match surveys for specific gameplay elements we're iterating on

  • Beta testing opportunities for new features before full implementation

Community Events:

  • Weekly play sessions with developers

  • Community tournaments to stress-test competitive features

  • Opportunities to test upcoming heroes and game modes

  • Regular balance discussion roundtables

We're committed to transparent development, where your voice helps shape the future of Football Heroes League. Join our Discord community today to start being part of the conversation!

Are there items (such as additional content, offers or currency) for sale that are used in the gameplay of your product?

Yes. Football Heroes League™ offers two categories of optional, real‑money purchases:

Hero Coins (virtual currency) – Sold in tiered bundles that scale from a starter pack (sized for a single customization item) all the way up to large seasonal bundles. Hero Coins can be spent in‑game on:

Cosmetic customizations – Uniform styles, end‑zone celebrations, stadium effects, banner emblems, and other purely visual upgrades.

Quality‑of‑life boosts – Temporary XP multipliers and “instant season unlocks” that simply accelerate progression already available through normal play. None of these boosts provide competitive advantages in head‑to‑head matches.

Hero Characters (roster slots) – One‑time purchases that permanently add a new, named football hero to your lineup. Each hero comes with:

A unique class archetype and signature move set.

A themed cosmetic kit (uniform + celebration + stadium banner) that can also be earned separately through play.

Full access in every mode—single‑player, online, and local exhibitions—once unlocked.
Hero Characters expand strategic variety but do not provide stat advantages over heroes that can be earned; balance is maintained across the roster.

Can your product be used without making any in-app purchases?

Absolutely. The entire core experience—including the story campaign, ranked online leagues, and community events—is playable from the moment you install. Players earn Hero Coins at a steady pace by:

Completing daily and weekly challenges.

Finishing seasons in Franchise Mode.

Hitting performance milestones in online play.

With consistent play you can unlock virtually every cosmetic item and all Hero Characters. Real‑money purchases are simply an optional shortcut for players who want content immediately or wish to support ongoing development.

Are in‑app purchases refundable?

No. All Hero Coin bundles and Hero Character unlocks are classified as consumable or non‑refundable DLC under Epic Games Store policy. Once a purchase is completed and the content is delivered to your account, it is considered final. We recommend confirming your selections—especially bundle size—before you check out.

What payment platform is used to facilitate these purchases? Do you use Epic Games’ platform or a 3rd‑party (including your own) payment system?

All transactions are handled exclusively through the Epic Games Store e‑commerce platform. We do not process payments on our own servers and we do not integrate any external storefronts or third‑party wallets. When you initiate a purchase, Epic’s checkout window appears, letting you choose from the methods Epic supports in your region (major credit/debit cards, PayPal, Epic Wallet, etc.). This ensures:

Compliance with Epic’s parental‑control and spending‑limit features.

Unified tax/VAT handling and region‑appropriate pricing.

Eligibility for Epic’s standard purchase history and receipt management.