Halfbrick Sports: Football is the latest pitch to try and get you onto their subscription service

Halfbrick Sports: Football delivers frantic 3v3 soccer action, but there's a catch: it's exclusive to Halfbrick+.

Can this fast-paced sports sim convince you to subscribe?

Forget drawn-out matches. Halfbrick Sports: Football brings the excitement of soccer to your fingertips with its rapid-fire 3v3 gameplay. Launching March 20th on iOS and Android, this game offers a refreshing alternative to slower, more detailed football simulations. It boldly discards traditional rules, eliminating referees and even goalkeepers! The focus is pure, unadulterated attacking action – a race to the goal.

Customize your player and compete in 3v3 matches against friends, either privately or publicly. Given Halfbrick's track record with hits like Jetpack Joyride, the fast-paced, action-packed nature of this game comes as no surprise. However, there's a significant caveat: it's a Halfbrick+ exclusive.

What is Halfbrick+? You might recall our previous coverage of Halfbrick+, highlighted by the return of the beloved Steppy Pants. This subscription service operates similarly to Netflix Games, providing access to a diverse library of titles for a single subscription fee.

This subscription model, however, presents a potential challenge for Halfbrick Sports: Football. While Halfbrick boasts a strong portfolio, including the iconic Fruit Ninja, the question remains whether their loyal fanbase will readily embrace a subscription model to play this game. The quality of the game itself is undeniable, but players seeking a soccer fix have numerous other options. Consider exploring our list of top sports games on iOS and Android for alternatives.