Hardwood Empire
Finn keating Games iPhoneiPadiPod touch
Hardwood Empire is a free Games app for iPhone and iPad by Finn keating. Rated 4.8/5 from 860 ratings. Requires iOS 15.0. Updated August 6, 2026.
- Rating
- 4.8
- 860 ratings
- Price
- Free
- on the App Store
- Size
- 49 MB
- Age 4+
- Updated
- Aug 6
- 2026 · v3.5.12
Screenshots
About Hardwood Empire
Build a college basketball dynasty from the ground up. Choose from 365 teams across 23 conferences, recruit top prospects, manage your roster, and chase championship glory season after season. If you've been waiting for a deep, modern college hoops sim on iOS — this is it. Hardwood Empire puts you in full control of your program. Scout and recruit the best players, set your lineup, develop talent, and make the tough decisions that separate contenders from rebuilds. Every season plays out with full game logs, box scores, and detailed player stats — so your dynasty actually feels like a dynasty. WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT Most basketball sims are either shallow, abandoned, or loaded with microtransactions. Hardwood Empire is none of those. It's built by a solo developer who plays his own game, takes community feedback seriously, and ships updates regularly. FEATURES - 365 teams across 23 conferences - Full recruiting system — scout, pitch, and sign top prospects - Season simulation with box scores, game logs, and player stats - Player development, awards, and career tracking - Dynasty mode spanning 20+ seasons of program history - Detailed player profiles with bios, ratings, and performance data - Conference tournaments and a full championship bracket - Season awards including Player of the Year, All-Conference, and more YOUR FEEDBACK SHAPES THE GAME Join the community on Reddit at r/HardwoodEmpire to share ideas, report bugs, and help shape what gets built next. This game is actively developed and updated — your voice matters. Whether you're taking over a mid-major and grinding your way to relevance or defending a title at a powerhouse, every decision you make echoes across seasons. How long can you keep your empire standing?
Ratings & reviews
4.8
860 ratings
What’s new
Version 3.5.12 · Updated August 6, 2026
Bug fixes
App privacy
The developer, Finn keating, reported these privacy practices to Apple.
Data Used to Track You
The following data may be used to track you across apps and websites owned by other companies:
- Identifiers: Device ID
- Usage Data: Product Interaction, Advertising Data
Data Linked to You
The following data, which may be collected and linked to your identity, may be used for the following purposes:
- Identifiers: Device ID
- Financial Info: Payment Info
Used for: Third-Party Advertising, Analytics, App Functionality
Data Not Linked to You
The following data, which may be collected but is not linked to your identity, may be used for the following purposes:
- Usage Data: Product Interaction, Advertising Data
Used for: Third-Party Advertising, Analytics
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| App | Rating | Price | Last updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood Empire | 4.8 / 5 (860 ratings) | Free | August 6, 2026 |
| Gridiron Coaching: Football GM | 4.1 / 5 (379) | Free | Sep 17, 2026 |
| CBB Simulator | 4.8 / 5 (690) | Free | Sep 18, 2026 |
| CFB Simulator | 4.8 / 5 (818) | Free | Sep 25, 2026 |
| Football Dynasty: Road To Fame | 4.9 / 5 (321) | Free | Sep 25, 2026 |
| Bitball Baseball | 3.4 / 5 (234) | Free | Jun 30, 2026 |
| Campus Hoops: Basketball Coach | 4.9 / 5 (265) | Free | Jul 13, 2026 |