Sports games are immensely popular in the game industry, but they are mostly designed around real-time, reflex-based mechanics with very similar structures. On the other hand, fans of turn-based strategy games struggle to find sports-themed experiences that emphasize thoughtful decision-making. These two genres rarely intersect, leaving a gap for players who are looking for a more tactical and innovative approach to sports gameplay.
At Taka Studio, we set out to fill this gap. Our debut project, HexaFootball, is a turn-based football strategy game built for PC. Players make calculated moves on a hexagonal grid, trying to outsmart their opponents through tactics rather than speed. Instead of fast-paced action, we offer a deliberate, strategy-focused experience that highlights the tactical depth of football. As a small but passionate indie team, we're building a fresh and thoughtful experience that blends sports with the essence of turn-based gameplay.
Our primary target audience consists of PC gamers who enjoy turn-based strategy games and are also interested in sports. These players seek tactical gameplay and strategic depth rather than reaction-based or fast-paced mechanics. There is a noticeable gap in the market for turn-based sports games that offer realism and thoughtful decision-making, and HexaFootball aims to address that.
Our closest competitors include Blood Bowl and Football Tactics & Glory. Blood Bowl combines turn-based mechanics with American football and fantasy elements, making it less appealing to players seeking a grounded sports experience. Football Tactics & Glory, on the other hand, is closer in theme but lacks the depth and realism that dedicated strategy players expect. With HexaFootball, we’re aiming to strike a better balance between tactical depth, realistic decision-making, and accessible gameplay, filling a niche that remains underserved.
HexaFootball offers a unique blend of tactical depth and realistic sports strategy that is currently missing from the turn-based sports game market. Our game appeals to players who want meaningful decision-making and authentic gameplay without the distractions of fantasy or oversimplification. The hexagonal grid system encourages strategic planning and thoughtful execution, creating a rewarding experience for both casual and hardcore strategy fans.
Our unique value proposition lies in delivering a realistic and accessible turn-based sports strategy game that respects the sport’s tactical complexity. Unlike competitors who lean heavily into fantasy or lack depth, HexaFootball aims to become the go-to choice for players seeking an innovative, skill-based, and thoughtfully designed sports strategy experience on PC.
We are a small remote team based in Istanbul, operating under the name Taka Studio. We have worked individually in many game studios. The studio was recently established and HexaFootball is our first big Project. The team has made game jams and mini-games multiple times.
Bilgehan Tokal – Co-Founder / Game Designer
Bilgehan has worked as a Game Designer at Bucked Games, Pink Games, Oyedu, and Balas Games. He has experience in designing gameplay mechanics and collaborating with development teams. Currently, he is leading the design efforts for HexaFootball at Taka Studio.
Eren Köse – Co-Founder / Game Developer
Eren is currently working as a game developer intern at Eudemonia Games. Before that, he managed the development side of all the projects we worked on together. He is responsible for implementing gameplay features and coordinating the technical aspects of HexaFootball’s development.
