Retro Bowl

Retro Bowl

Play football like it's 1987!

916K ratings
1849 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • January 17, 2020
  • May 20, 2026

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About

Experience classic American football with simple roster management and on-field playcalling. Manage player egos and lead your team to victory in this retro-styled sports game.

Roster management
Press duties
Handling fragile egos
On-field playcalling
Retro graphics
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What's New in Retro Bowl

1.6.45

May 20, 2026

• Winners list updated. (Fix for issues preventing this happening in last update.) • Fix for Kick Returner selections being lost if players were on the list of expired contracts.

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In-App Purchases

$0.99

Unlimited Version

Unlocks the unlimited version

Charts

Top Free

📉 40-1

Sports games

This game dropped -1 position in Sports games chart.

Last updated on July 18, 2026.

Top Grossing

📊 45

Sports games

The game has maintained its position at 45 recently.

Last updated on July 18, 2026.

Top Free

📉 129-1

Simulation games

This game dropped -1 position in Simulation games chart.

Last updated on July 18, 2026.

User reviews

So unfair

Game is annoyingly unfair, defense is nonexistent no matter if you have a 5 star rating. You can win 10 championships back to back and you sim a game and your defense will give up 4 TDs in a quarter.

Used to be fun

the game is really enjoyable for a time but, eventually it just becomes stale. The lack of updates that could add more depth really ruin the experience since ever year feels the exact same and less rewarding. Its way to easy and P2W but, you dont have to pay to easily make a 5 star team that bombs a 90 yard play every drive, which is just awful. I’d like it to be harder since the hardest difficulty still feels like im playing againest the 2024 Raiders defense no matter their level. I would also like more depth like a news section which shows broken records or mentions your retrobowl streak, i think it’d really make the process more rewarding. And if you trade players to a team, It doesnt affect the team. Trade your max QB who one b2b2b superbowls for a single first round pick to a team with a half a star offense. You’d think their offense would improve but it doesnt. Little nitpicking but i think that depth in those areas would really improve the game on all aspects. A retirement feature would also be nice. maybe you could become a new coach on the same save and still have your previous coachings records to go off of, and break them. Lastly, i would also like improvements in the player traits. Maybe leadership players who improve moral on their offense/defense. Toxic players who get suspended every now and then(can be improved). Ego players who are on your news feed talking smack or, Money seekers who constantly ask larger prices of money, causing holdouts and such. I know its a lot to ask but since there hasent been major updates in a while, i feel like even a single one of the features would be a dream. Still an amazing game but very dull at this point after playing so long.
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Early start to the Season

This game scratches my itch during the offseason! It’s super easy to get into and super fun! Now waiting for football to start again ain’t so bad.

Horrible

This has no animations pixels on my brain is better and it’s just a horrible game

the best football game

Dude this is one of the funnest games I’ve evered played

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Saves being randomly deleted

Bug

Gameplay slowdown and performance issues

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Inconsistent player and team ratings

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Buggy controls and responsiveness

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Requested Features

6 requests

Add defensive gameplay

Feature

Implement more advanced stats and leaderboards

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Introduce a career/progression mode

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Allow for custom playbooks and formations

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Implement a multiplayer mode

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Add more team and player customization options

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FAQ

What is Retro Bowl?

Retro Bowl is a mobile game that combines American football management with on-field gameplay. It features a retro visual style and allows players to manage their team's roster, handle player interactions, and call plays during games.

What are the key features of Retro Bowl?

Key features include simple roster management, handling press duties, managing player egos, and calling the shots on the field during gameplay. The game also boasts a distinct retro visual style.

How much does Retro Bowl cost?

The application is free to download and play. It offers in-app purchases, which can enhance the gameplay experience or provide additional content.

What is the main goal in Retro Bowl?

The main goal in Retro Bowl is to guide your team to victory and win the ultimate prize, the Retro Bowl. This involves successfully managing your team and performing well in games.

Who is the target audience for Retro Bowl?

The app is designed for armchair quarterbacks and football enthusiasts who appreciate a blend of management and arcade-style gameplay. It appeals to those who enjoy a nostalgic, retro aesthetic in their games.