Hard Count

The release date for Hard Count is July 24, 2026, on PC. This sports title blends American football with deckbuilding mechanics, requiring you to draft a roster of players and position them across a grid to execute successful plays. You will manage five distinct positions, including quarterbacks and offensive linemen, to drive the ball downfield and secure touchdowns.

Success depends on managing nearly 100 pieces of equipment across five rarity tiers and utilizing play evolutions that fundamentally alter the rules of the grid. With five unlockable starting rosters and an endless mode, the game focuses on tactical synergy over reflex-based sports simulation. It is a calculated take on the sport for fans of deep card-based strategy who want to outmaneuver specific defensive styles. Strategy enthusiasts should wishlist this for a unique twist on the football genre.