๐จ We have partnered with K12 Licensing to bring real U.S. high schools into Varsity โ the first-ever high school football video game. ๐
That means authentic school brands, logos, and uniforms in a true Friday-night experience (no player likenesses), over 400 schools have committed with more schools being added ahead of launch on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Want your school in the game? Have them complete our licensing form on our website or email [email protected]
Stay tuned for official school announcements and release date news.
Learn more: https://t.co/uVUYjipmyk
#HighSchoolFootball #FridayNightLights #VarsityHSFootball #HSFootball
๐ฅ ๐๐๐ฏ ๐๐ฉ๐๐๐ญ๐ โ ๐๐๐ซ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐ข๐ ๐ก ๐๐๐ก๐จ๐จ๐ฅ ๐ ๐จ๐จ๐ญ๐๐๐ฅ๐ฅ
More momentum & major announcement coming soon ๐
Here is what we have been working on ๐
๐ ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐ฉ๐ฅ๐๐ฒ
โข Two-player local PVP now live across all on-field modes
โข Exploring Steam Remote Play to bring online play to PC
โข New formations added: Tight Split, Bunch, Quads, Trips, Cover 1, Cover 3, and more
โข Instant replay system with multiple camera angles + slow motion
โข Option to disable replays for a faster gameplay experience
๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐ฒ๐ง๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐ฒ
โข Back to building out Dynasty mode and full 11v11 team systems
โข More updates on Dynasty coming soon
๐ฌ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ฒ๐ญ๐๐ฌ๐ญ ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ค
๐ฃ๏ธ โDeep throws and tight window passes feel really rewardingโ
๐ฃ๏ธ โMovement feels authentic, like ESPN 2K5โ
๐ฃ๏ธ โPassing game feels like APF 2K8โ
๐ฃ๏ธ โRoute concepts are really coolโ
โ๏ธ ๐๐๐ฑ๐ญ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ฒ๐ญ๐๐ฌ๐ญ #๐
โข Full 7on7 exhibition
โข Knockout tournament mode
โข Local multiplayer
โข Coach Mode
๐๏ธ April 24 โ April 30
๐ Sign up: https://t.co/Uif28mHuri
๐ https://t.co/o0mLg8b3zx
#VarsityVideoGame #HighSchoolFootball #7on7Football IndieGameDev GameDevUpdate
๐ฅ ๐๐๐ฏ ๐๐ฉ๐๐๐ญ๐ โ ๐๐๐ซ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐ข๐ ๐ก ๐๐๐ก๐จ๐จ๐ฅ ๐ ๐จ๐จ๐ญ๐๐๐ฅ๐ฅ
Whatโs new ๐
๐ ๐๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐๐ซ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ฒ๐ญ๐๐ฌ๐ญ #๐
โข Full 7on7 exhibition gameplay
โข Knockout tournament mode
โข Team customization
โข AI vs AI with broadcast camera
โข Local multiplayer added
โข Coach Mode added
๐๏ธ Playtest: March 20 โ March 25
๐ Sign up: https://t.co/Uif28mHuri
๐ฎ ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐ฉ๐ฅ๐๐ฒ
โข Stats now tracked during games with halftime and end-of-game box score updates
โข Player of the Game recognition added
โข 7on7 now features 32 teams, each with unique archetypes and traits
๐จ ๐๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ๐จ๐ฆ๐ข๐ณ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง
โข Generate full rosters for custom teams
โข Edit players individually, including equipment
โข Next up: jersey customization, logo recoloring, and custom logo uploads
๐ฅ ๐๐จ๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐๐ฉ๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐
โข New jukes and end-zone celebration animations added
โข Recent mocap session with a CFL WR captured sideline catches, toe drags, and effort catches
๐ฌ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ฒ๐ญ๐๐ฌ๐ญ ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ค
๐ฃ๏ธ โThe most realistic movement Iโve seen in a football game.โ
๐ฃ๏ธ โGame feels like APF 2K8โฆ and thatโs a great thing.โ
๐ฃ๏ธ โSome of the smoothest passing in an indie football game.โ
๐ฃ๏ธ โThrowing trajectory feels really realistic.โ
๐ https://t.co/o0mLg8b3zx
#VarsityVideoGame #HighSchoolFootball #7on7Football #IndieGameDev #GameDevUpdate
๐ฅ ๐๐๐ฏ ๐๐ฉ๐๐๐ญ๐ โ ๐๐๐ซ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐ข๐ ๐ก ๐๐๐ก๐จ๐จ๐ฅ ๐ ๐จ๐จ๐ญ๐๐๐ฅ๐ฅ
Big momentum heading into the new year ๐
โ๏ธ ๐๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐๐ซ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ฒ๐ญ๐๐ฌ๐ญ #๐
โข 7on7 gameplay has taken a big step forward ๐
โข New offense and defense plays
โข Team and player archetypes now live
โข Full 7on7 rules customization
๐๏ธ Patreon: Jan 23 โ Feb 20
๐ฎ Playtest: Feb 21 โ Feb 28
๐ฎ ๐๐๐ฐ ๐๐๐ฒ๐ฌ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ฒ
โข Coach Mode lets you call plays while the AI runs them
โข AI vs AI mode to sit back and watch full games
โข Broadcast camera option for a true game-day feel
๐ง ๐๐๐๐ฆ & ๐๐ฅ๐๐ฒ๐๐ซ ๐๐ซ๐๐ก๐๐ญ๐ฒ๐ฉ๐๐ฌ
โข Varsity, All-Star, and standard talent tiers
โข Teams now play differently based on their makeup
โข QB, WR, and DB archetypes with unique tendencies
โ๏ธ ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐ฉ๐ฅ๐๐ฒ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ ๐ซ๐๐ฌ๐ฌ
โข Expanded AI logic for man and zone coverage
โข Full drives and possession changes now working in 7on7
โข Play QB vs AI defense or control a DB vs AI offense
โข Deep exhibition customization is now in
๐ ๐๐ก๐๐ญโ๐ฌ ๐๐๐ฑ๐ญ
โข Exploring a Varsity 7on7 release in early 2026! Let us know in the comments if we should release this ๐
โข It would be Steam/PC first, consoles later. Exhibition, tournament play, and team customization
โข We are still working on Full 11v11 Varsity + Dynasty remains the long-term goal
๐ https://t.co/o0mLg8b3zx
#VarsityVideoGame #HighSchoolFootball #7on7Football #IndieGameDev
๐ฅ ๐๐๐ฏ ๐๐ฉ๐๐๐ญ๐ โ ๐๐๐ซ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐ข๐ ๐ก ๐๐๐ก๐จ๐จ๐ฅ ๐ ๐จ๐จ๐ญ๐๐๐ฅ๐ฅ
Whatโs new ๐
๐ฅ ๐๐จ๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐๐ฉ๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐
โข New mocap session with our DB to capture swats, interceptions, and juke moves
โข Fresh animations now feeding into gameplay refinement
๐จ ๐๐๐๐ฆ ๐๐จ๐ ๐จ๐ฌ
โข First batch of 48 logo options ready for custom teams
โข If you use these instead of uploading your own, you can swap colors freely
๐ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐ฉ๐ฅ๐๐ฒ
โข Full gameplay loop in place: team select โ play selection โ down management โ possession changes
โข This will be included in the December 7on7 alpha playtest
โข Varsity remains an 11v11 game, but 7on7 focus helps sharpen core QB/WR/DB gameplay while line play is still in development
โ๏ธ ๐๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐๐ซ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ฒ๐ญ๐๐ฌ๐ญ
โข Early 7on7 gameplay test
โข Multi-season Dynasty (sim only)
โข Coach schemes & tendencies
โข Community File Share server test
๐๏ธ Patreon signups: Nov 14 โ Dec 19
๐น๏ธ Playtest: Dec 20 โ Jan 4
๐ Find out more: https://t.co/o0mLg8b3zx
#VarsityVideoGame #HighSchoolFootball #7on7Football
๐ฅ ๐๐๐ฏ ๐๐ฉ๐๐๐ญ๐ โ ๐๐๐ซ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐ข๐ ๐ก ๐๐๐ก๐จ๐จ๐ฅ ๐ ๐จ๐จ๐ญ๐๐๐ฅ๐ฅ
Whatโs new ๐
๐ฎ ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐ฉ๐ฅ๐๐ฒ
โข Zone coverage for safeties is now in โ
โข Working on play-specific man coverage so DBs recognize deep help + play underneath ๐ง
โข Fully functional drive event system built: line of scrimmage, first downs, touchdowns, + 7on7 QB rush timer โฑ๏ธ
๐ก ๐๐ซ๐๐ฌ๐๐ง๐ญ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง
โข Lighting, shadows, + environment art overhaul in progress ๐
โข Everything youโve seen so far has used crude base lighting โ big visual jump starts next month ๐จ
โข New working scorebug now displays teams, scores, downs, quarter, + more ๐
๐ฅ ๐๐จ๐๐๐ฉ + ๐๐ง๐ข๐ฆ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง
โข QB motion capture cleanup complete โ huge milestone โ
โข WR + DB motion capture up next
โข New animation pipeline slashes time from capture โ in-game โ๏ธ
๐งข ๐๐ช๐ฎ๐ข๐ฉ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ
โข 7on7 gear in development: shorts, tees, + soft shell helmets ๐
โข Usable in Dynasty mode for full 11-man practices or tryouts
โ๏ธ ๐๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐๐ซ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ฒ๐ญ๐๐ฌ๐ญ
โข Early 7on7 gameplay test ๐ฅ
โข Multiple dynasty seasons (sim only)
โข Coach schemes + tendencies
โข Community file share server test
๐๏ธ Patreon signups: Nov 14 โ Dec 19
๐น๏ธ Playtest: Dec 20 โ Jan 4
๐ Find out more: https://t.co/o0mLg8b3zx
#VarsityVideoGame #HighSchoolFootball #7on7Football #DynastyMode #IndieGameDev #GameDevUpdate
๐ฅ ๐๐๐ฏ ๐๐ฉ๐๐๐ญ๐ โ ๐๐๐ซ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐ข๐ ๐ก ๐๐๐ก๐จ๐จ๐ฅ ๐ ๐จ๐จ๐ญ๐๐๐ฅ๐ฅ
Whatโs new ๐
โก ๐๐ฒ๐ง๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐ฒ
โข Homecoming + Senior Night themes now generate ๐
โข Weather tied to your state + season ๐ฆ๏ธ
โข New slider sets weather impact on fumbles + drops (0โ100). 100 = every tackle is a fumble ๐
๐ฎ ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐ฉ๐ฅ๐๐ฒ
โข Building out โPlay Nowโ flow in October so you can pick teams from the main menu ๐
โข Fully playable 7on7 playtest coming this Winter for Patreon supporters โ๏ธ
โข DB logic system continues to expand, improving coverage + decision-making ๐ก๏ธ
โข HSFB stays 11v11 at its core. Line play + tackles are still in progress โณ
๐ Find out more: https://t.co/o0mLg8bBp5
#VarsityVideoGame #HighSchoolFootball #7on7Football #DynastyMode #IndieGameDev
๐ฎ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ญ๐ก๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐๐๐ฏ ๐๐ฉ๐๐๐ญ๐
Hereโs whatโs new this month ๐
๐๏ธ Community File Sharing
You can now create and upload custom teams, stadiums, and logosโthen share and download them with others.
Now live as a tech test in the latest Patreon playtest!
๐ง QB/WR Mini Camp Mode
New mini-camp mode added!
โข Time your throws
โข Hit WRs in target zones
โข Randomized routes for replayability
โข100 new animations cleaned up and implemented
โขNew mocap sessions with QBs & DBs for more realistic swats, catches, and transitions
๐ Dynasty Mode Upgrades
โข Coach creation UI overhaul
โข Scheme previews + sliders that impact simulation
โข Dynasty seasons now go up to 50 years โ build your legacy.
๐จ New Stamina System
Player energy now impacts performance. Fatigue builds as drives go onโmanage subs or risk drops, missed blocks, or blown coverage.
โ ๏ธ 7-on-7 Gameplay Coming Soon
๐ฌ Playtest on Patreon
๐ Find out more: https://t.co/o0mLg8b3zx
#VarsityVideoGame #HighSchoolFootball #7on7Football #QBMiniCamp #CustomTeams #StaminaSystem #DynastyMode #FootballSim #IndieSportsGame #Playtest8
๐ฎ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ญ๐ก๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐๐๐ฏ ๐๐ฉ๐๐๐ญ๐
Hereโs what weโve been working on this month ๐
๐น๏ธ Gameplay & Motion Capture
New mocap sessions with QBs, WRs, and DBs are in!
We focused on pocket movement, shotgun pre-snap motion, and more accurate short, medium, and deep throws. WRs now have smoother catch-in-place transitions too. We continue to prioritize animation and movement.
๐๏ธ Team & Stadium Customization
Jersey builder got an upgradeโstitching colors, stripes, chest logos and more.
Stadium tools are progressing: set stands, press boxes, scoreboards, and place objects around your field.
๐ฅ Playtest #8 is coming
๐ Mini Camp Mode: QB
๐ Community File Share (Server Test!)
โ Dynasty Sim Seasons
โ Weekly Player Awards
โ Coach Schemes & Tendencies
๐ Patreon Signups: July 1โ31
๐ฌ Invites go out: August 1
Click our link in the bio to sign up for the Patreon PlayTest on Steam. We do plan on releasing the game to Xbox and PlayStation but can only PlayTest on PC presently.
#VarsityVideoGame #HighSchoolFootball #FootballGameDev #DynastyMode #Xbox #Playstation #FridayNightLights
๐ฎ ๐๐ฉ๐ซ๐ข๐ฅ ๐๐๐ฏ ๐๐ฉ๐๐๐ญ๐ ๐ฎ
One of the busiest month for Varsity! Hereโs whatโs new:
๐จ Team Customization & Sharing
Weโve started building out a community share feature so you can upload and download custom teams, logos, and slider sets. The goal is full cross-platform sharing.
Base logos included with the game can now be recoloredโgiving you more ways to rep your squad your way.
๐จ Gameplay & Motion Capture
With a full-time animator now onboard, gameplay dev is moving faster than ever. Weโve been able to focus on route running, wide receiver hand placement, and throw trajectories.
Youโll be seeing these improvements in action soon.
๐ ๐ ๏ธ New QB & WR Mechanics
Weโve overhauled the QB and WR passing system, including a brand new meter-based mechanic that gives you more control over throw timing and ball placement.
๐๏ธ Championship Stadiums Added
New stadium environments are in! Championship venues have been added to give your biggest games the stage they deserve.
Wishlist on Steam and sign up on our Patreon for PlayTest eligibility! Link in bio!
#Varsity #HSFootball #FridayNightLights #VideoGames #XboxOne #PS5 #HighSchoolFootball #7on7
๐ฎ ๐๐๐ซ๐๐ก ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ฏ ๐๐ฉ๐๐๐ญ๐ ๐ฎ
Motion Capture & Animation
Weโve added a full-time animator to the team (welcome, Brett!) which means faster motion capture and smoother animations. Gameplay footage is coming sooner than expected.
Dynasty Mode: Team Branding
Team branding is now in the game. Choose a preset with mascot and color schemesโor hire a designer to create something customโฆ then mess it all up with hot pink and neon green if you must.
Dynasty Mode: Awards & Schemes
Players and coaches can now earn seasonal awards, including a new two-way player of the year. Plus, coaching schemes now impact sim resultsโrun an Air Raid and your QB better be ready.
Playtest #7 Incoming
New mini camp QB mode, multiple dynasty seasons, playoffs, awards, and coaching schemes all part of the next test.
Signups: April 1โ30 | Invites: May 2
Weโre committed to making Varsity the most realistic high school football experience. Support us on Patreon for Steam Pre-Alpha PlayTest access, and donโt forget to wishlist on Steam!
#Varsity #HSFootballVideoGame #PlayStation #Xbox #DynastyMode #FootballVideoGames #HighSchoolFootball #PlayerCustomization
๐ฎ ๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐ฎ๐๐ซ๐ฒ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ฏ๐๐ฅ๐จ๐ฉ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ ๐๐ฉ๐๐๐ญ๐ ๐จ
Big updates across multiple areas of Varsity this month!
โข Coach Schemes in Dynasty Mode โ Every coach now has a unique scheme and playstyle, influencing how your team plays. Do you stick with your staff and try new strategies, or hire a coach who specializes in your preferred system?
โข Audio & Settings Enhancements โ A custom Varsity marching band drumline is being composed to add more energy to the game. Plus, menus now have sound effects, and new resolution options (16:9 and 16:10 ultrawide) have been added.
โข 3D Player & Stadium Models โ The new player models are fully integrated, showcasing enhanced customization and animations. Pro-style stadiums for playoffs and championships are also in development!
โข Motion Capture Upgrades โ Defensive back (DB) movements have been refined using motion capture for better realism. Weโve also improved base locomotion (running, turning, and movement) and are hiring a full-time AAA animation specialist.
This month was all about refining core gameplay features and bringing more realism to Varsity. Stay tuned for more updates as we keep pushing towards launch!
Support us on Patreon for Steam Pre-Alpha PlayTest access, and donโt forget to wish list on Steam!
#Varsity #HSFootballVideoGame #DynastyMode #FootballGaming #HighSchoolFootball #CoachSchemes #3DModels #MotionCapture
๐จ Latest Update! ๐จ
Big month for our Varsity community: updated player models, expanded box scores, weekly awards, UI refresh, and new defensive back animations. Support us & join the Steam Pre-Alpha PlayTest via Patreon!
#Varsity#HSFootballVideoGame#Playstation#Xbox
๐จLatest Development Update! ๐จ
Our first PlayTest featuring gameplay is on the horizon!
If you'd like to support us further and be eligible for our PlayTest, you can join our Patreon
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#Varsity#HSFootballVideoGame#FridayNightLights#Xbox
From dealing with parents and boosters to manager rosters as small as 20 or so players, @varsityfbgame's Dynasty mode is pulling no punches.
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๐จLatest Development Update! ๐จ
This is what we have been working on the past month!
If you'd like to support us further and be eligible for our PlayTest, you can join our Patreon https://t.co/mMiLTReH6G
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