Retro Bowl

Name: Retro Bowl
Rating: 4.5809636 (509211 reviews)
Author: New Star Games Ltd

By: New Star Games Ltd Game

Play football like it's 1987! Classic retro arcade action and franchise mode.

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

9,904,989 ▲ 15.94K

Data as of 2026-08-04

Rating:

4.58 +7

(509,211)

Version:

1.6.46

Last updated: 2026-05-20

Features & Capabilities

Retro Bowl brings back the nostalgia of 1987 football with its classic retro arcade gameplay. Manage your roster, handle press duties, and lead your team on the field with strategic calls. With simple yet engaging franchise mode features, players can enjoy the thrill of managing egos and making plays to win the ultimate Retro Bowl trophy. Whether you're an armchair quarterback or a retro game enthusiast, this game offers addictive sports action and management wrapped in charming pixel art style.

User Growth & Download Statistics

Game Games Sports Entertainment

By:

New Star Games Ltd

Downloads:

9,904,989 15.94K

Rating:

4.58

(509,211) 7 new ratings

Version:

1.6.46 Last updated: 2026-05-20

Version code:

1006046

Creation date:

2020-01-17

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
com.android.vending.BILLING Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE Safe
com.newstargames.retrobowl.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION

Size:

53.13MB

Email:

su*****@newstargames.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-04

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 14,025 ▼ 11

Other rankings

#27 in Game sports (Free) ▲ 5#42 in Game sports (Gross) ▲ 2#12 in football keyword 16 ▼ 7

Other platforms

Retro Bowl (v1.6.45)

4.80

(916,523)

For Developers

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Developed by:

New Star Games Ltd

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.newstargames.retrobowl

Email:

su*****@newstargames.com

Website:

http://www.newstargames.com

User Reviews

Retro Bowl is widely praised for offline play, accessible, retro football feel, strong customization, and a low-cost, ad-free experience. Players enjoy drafting and leveling up, renaming teams, and playing without a network. Common concerns focus on progression and monetization: some players find the season progression grind and resource gating (coaching credits) frustrating, and a few note items that cost money in-game. A few also mention limited on-field control and occasional AI/frustration. Overall, it's a fun, nostalgic football sim great for casual, offline sessions.

Pros

Offline play / no network required
Easy to pick up with simple, retro-style gameplay and good graphics
Deep customization and progression options (drafting players, leveling up, team name/color changes)
No ads and affordable pricing
Nostalgic retro football vibe with a broad roster (32 teams)

Cons

Progression can be grindy or difficult to reach playoffs after the first season
Monetization concerns: some in-game actions or features cost money
Limited on-field controls (defense and running are restricted; mainly side-to-side control)

Recent reviews

games normally fun, not in the playoffs. my wr got a game tying td we went to ot and both teams scored but the other team got the ball first in 2nd ot and they won as soon as they scored. I didn't even get another chance. fix the game, you idiots.

Wy*****, 2026-07-28

Game is super fun. Only gripe is with interceptions. Your elite receivers will drop passes but the AI will pick every pass off - which is frustrating when you have a bad QB and some of the plays have bad passing concepts. That said, a game this fun is not easy to pull off.