Take over a college basketball program and build it into a powerhouse. With 365 real teams across 23 conferences, Hardwood Empire puts you in full control of your program's destiny — from recruiting battles to national championship runs.
RECRUIT THE NEXT GENERATION
Scout high school prospects, evaluate their potential, and compete against rival programs to land the best talent. Every recruiting class shapes your roster for years to come. Make the right calls and you'll build a pipeline of future stars. Miss on a class and you'll feel it for seasons.
DEVELOP YOUR PLAYERS
Watch your freshmen grow into upperclassmen leaders. Players improve through the season and offseason based on their potential and your coaching. Manage your lineup, set your rotation, and put your players in a position to succeed.
EXPERIENCE GAME DAY
Games play out with full play-by-play simulation. Watch momentum shift as players get hot or go cold. Every game matters — from non-conference tune-ups to rivalry matchups to the national tournament.
NAVIGATE THE TRANSFER PORTAL
Lost a key player? Need to fill a gap in your roster? The transfer portal gives you another avenue to build your team, just like the real thing. Find hidden gems and immediate contributors to keep your program competitive.
COMPETE FOR CHAMPIONSHIPS
Battle through conference play and earn your spot in the national tournament bracket. The road to a championship is never easy — upsets happen, stars go cold, and underdogs rise to the occasion. Can you cut down the nets?
BUILD A LASTING DYNASTY
This isn't a one-season game. Hardwood Empire tracks your program's full history across 20+ seasons. Watch your coaching record grow, your trophy case fill up, and your legacy take shape. Every season's stats, awards, and results are preserved so you can look back on the empire you built.
FEATURES

365 college basketball teams across 23 conferences
Full recruiting system with scoutable high school prospects
Live game simulation with play-by-play
Player development and training system
Transfer portal
Hot and cold player streaks
National tournament bracket
Dynasty mode spanning 20+ seasons
Comprehensive stat tracking, awards, and historical records
Conference standings and league-wide stat leaders
Optional custom team logos

Whether you want to take a mid-major to glory or maintain a blue blood's dominance, Hardwood Empire gives you the tools to write your own college basketball story. How long can you keep your dynasty alive?