The underdog story of Bang Average Football just got a major boost. Solo developer Ruairi Dorrity (aka ruairi dx) has signed a publishing deal with Secret Mode, the award-winning indie label known for curating quirky and creative games.
Originally released in May 2024, Bang Average Football has already proven itself on Steam with a Very Positive rating from over 200 reviews. Built as a passion project while Dorrity worked full-time as a software engineer, the game captures the spirit of grassroots football with a cheeky arcade twist.
In Bang Average Football, you step into the boots of a player-manager tasked with leading a washed-up squad from soggy turf field to soggy turf field. Between matches, you’ll secure sponsorships, manage transfers, and improve your home ground, all while climbing the ranks. On the pitch, the fun continues with fast-paced four-player local multiplayer matches—perfect for trash talk with friends.
And the signing with Secret Mode isn’t the only news today. The game has also kicked off a brand-new free update featuring:
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Eight new sponsors pulled straight from Secret Mode’s upcoming football management card game NUTMEG!
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Three fresh team kits to wear with pride
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Customizable match durations for Quick Matches and Tournaments
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Golden Goal rule option, replacing time limits with a winner-takes-all goal cap
Whether you’re looking for couch co-op chaos or the satisfaction of taking a scrappy team to glory in Story Mode, Bang Average Football is a love letter to the beautiful (and sometimes very silly) game.
You can grab it now on Steam and keep an eye out for what this new partnership with Secret Mode brings next.