NFL Retro Bowl '26

Name: NFL Retro Bowl '26
Rating: 4.8 (25739 reviews)
Author: New Star R&D Ltd.

Retro fans unite for ’26!

26K Ratings
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4+
Years
Category

Sports
Developer

New Star R&D Ltd.
Language

EN
English
Size

91
MB

NFL Retro Bowl '26 features all the real teams and players from the NFL faithfully reproduced in glorious retro pixel-art style! Start your NFL coaching career by assembling your roster from a choice of over 2,000 real-life NFL & NFLPA players. Take on the real teams from the AFC and NFC, manage your roster, handle the press, and play the key moments on the field to take your team to the Super Bowl and write your name into the Hall of Fame!

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4.8

out of 5

26K Ratings

Suggestions + Questions
11/27/2025

BamBooAdebayo
First, I will start by saying that the game of retro bowl has to be one of my favorite games I’ve ever played. But, I do have a few questions and suggestions. Firstly, I never understood why there may never be a playable defense on the game. To me, that would change the way many people look at retro bowl. I know it would be difficult for the developers to design that but it would definitely be worth a shot. I would actually prefer us being able to play with the defense as well rather than playing against real people online, that’s just my opinion. Another question I have is why are there only a max of 10-man rosters in this specific game, but in og retro bowl and RBC, you can get up to a 12-man roster. Now, I have a few suggestions. I think it would be nice if you guys added away fans in the stands just to be a little more realistic. I know this one is not that important but I just think that would be a nice little touch. Another suggestion I have is that you guys add preseasons to the game so we could use a practice squad of players. Also, I know this one is pretty lame too 😂 but it’s something I see that will add that more of a NFL type of game.
Suggestions + Questions
11/27/2025

BamBooAdebayo

First, I will start by saying that the game of retro bowl has to be one of my favorite games I’ve ever played. But, I do have a few questions and suggestions. Firstly, I never understood why there may never be a playable defense on the game. To me, that would change the way many people look at retro bowl. I know it would be difficult for the developers to design that but it would definitely be worth a shot. I would actually prefer us being able to play with the defense as well rather than playing against real people online, that’s just my opinion. Another question I have is why are there only a max of 10-man rosters in this specific game, but in og retro bowl and RBC, you can get up to a 12-man roster. Now, I have a few suggestions. I think it would be nice if you guys added away fans in the stands just to be a little more realistic. I know this one is not that important but I just think that would be a nice little touch. Another suggestion I have is that you guys add preseasons to the game so we could use a practice squad of players. Also, I know this one is pretty lame too 😂 but it’s something I see that will add that more of a NFL type of game.
Great but more to be desired
12/01/2024

Bmw5964)46646364646
I have had the game since release and have thoroughly enjoyed playing it. I feel that the game sometimes has an immersive atmosphere where you really feel like a real head coach. Other times it just feels like normal Retro Bowl but with real players. The are a lot of things that could be added to make the game better. For an example when your playing through a season and your team has a prime time game the field should darken up a little maybe you can see a little of the dark sky. Also when looking at a player card they have such immense detail, but the second the game starts everyone looks the same. It is also annoying that when you trade for a player they immediately lose their number. I also think with trading it should some what resemble Madden that you can make more then one draft pick trades or one player trades. Maybe for trading you get a screen where you can trade for 3 draft picks or players and you can give 3 draft picks or players. It would be cool if you could check player stats during a game. There is already the screen with your team you should be able to click on one of your players to see their stats. Lastly rosters can hold 12 players max. Real NFL rosters have a practice squad with backups. It would be great if you could have 2-4 backups on your practice squad in case a starter gets hurt. Also with the practice squad backups it would be cool to sub a starter out for a drive with a backups then put him in the next drive.
Great but more to be desired
12/01/2024

Bmw5964)46646364646

I have had the game since release and have thoroughly enjoyed playing it. I feel that the game sometimes has an immersive atmosphere where you really feel like a real head coach. Other times it just feels like normal Retro Bowl but with real players. The are a lot of things that could be added to make the game better. For an example when your playing through a season and your team has a prime time game the field should darken up a little maybe you can see a little of the dark sky. Also when looking at a player card they have such immense detail, but the second the game starts everyone looks the same. It is also annoying that when you trade for a player they immediately lose their number. I also think with trading it should some what resemble Madden that you can make more then one draft pick trades or one player trades. Maybe for trading you get a screen where you can trade for 3 draft picks or players and you can give 3 draft picks or players. It would be cool if you could check player stats during a game. There is already the screen with your team you should be able to click on one of your players to see their stats. Lastly rosters can hold 12 players max. Real NFL rosters have a practice squad with backups. It would be great if you could have 2-4 backups on your practice squad in case a starter gets hurt. Also with the practice squad backups it would be cool to sub a starter out for a drive with a backups then put him in the next drive.
Game is great, But..
11/28/2024

melder7880
I think you should think about my ideas or some things you can change, Just to make it a little real maybe like signature celebration’s like the griddy, 1st down celebration’s like Ceedee Lambs nose wipe, and more animation’s, Like one handed catchs, Juke moves spin moves, and just a thought Show-boating before getting to the endzone and maybe accessories in-game and also maybe allowing us to do more like career mode but with a storyline, And being able to make a draft class for the the season after, And also when I got into the game some of the players weren’t on there team like Jamyr Gibbs and David Montgomery, And Justin Jefferson and LOTS more. And also Like a mock draft where we can look at the players in the next draft, and at the end of the season we see their Combine and their Pros and Cons, and also we can simulate more like simulate to the playoffs, or the draft, or the next 5 weeks ETC. And also more Ratings like agilty jumping, Madden type stuff. And also being able to play defense like controlling a player and picking off the ball, or sacking the quaterback, And why is Jayden Daniels Potential so low, He’s supposedly probably gonna be rookie of the year, and also let us Edit their overall. Overall this game is decent just wish their was more celebration’s and showboating, and animations. Please think about this New star, I think these are some great ideas, to make it more funner instead of the same thing.
Game is great, But..
11/28/2024

melder7880

I think you should think about my ideas or some things you can change, Just to make it a little real maybe like signature celebration’s like the griddy, 1st down celebration’s like Ceedee Lambs nose wipe, and more animation’s, Like one handed catchs, Juke moves spin moves, and just a thought Show-boating before getting to the endzone and maybe accessories in-game and also maybe allowing us to do more like career mode but with a storyline, And being able to make a draft class for the the season after, And also when I got into the game some of the players weren’t on there team like Jamyr Gibbs and David Montgomery, And Justin Jefferson and LOTS more. And also Like a mock draft where we can look at the players in the next draft, and at the end of the season we see their Combine and their Pros and Cons, and also we can simulate more like simulate to the playoffs, or the draft, or the next 5 weeks ETC. And also more Ratings like agilty jumping, Madden type stuff. And also being able to play defense like controlling a player and picking off the ball, or sacking the quaterback, And why is Jayden Daniels Potential so low, He’s supposedly probably gonna be rookie of the year, and also let us Edit their overall. Overall this game is decent just wish their was more celebration’s and showboating, and animations. Please think about this New star, I think these are some great ideas, to make it more funner instead of the same thing.
Necessary Game Update
02/02/2025

Musicsolutionz
I love this game first of all, the gameplay is great, depending on the difficulty settings the gameplay can be challenging, although extreme is nearly impossible to win due to the opponent scoring everytime they go on offense & throwing interceptions seem to happen everytime because the opponent team is as a whole is VERY FAST!! The NEED for an update is the coaching credits. Every move you look to do involves having a need of plenty coaching credits. It is VERY I balanced. You dont win much every game. The most I’ve seen is 3 per game & that is a team after winning a Superbowl. How many seasons do I have to play to get to 100 credits in order to increase the teams payroll? And that is keeping up with the players morale, conditioning, extending the contract, the teams facilities, the stadium, looking for better coaches, or better yet trying to sign free agents, which cost credits that you will most likely not have. This part of the game is VERY UNREALISTIC!! And it take away from the coaching aspect, which for adults is a great part of the game. This element of the game gives this game a Fanasty Football feel and the concept is really important for game balance & team structure depending on the situation. For example dealing with injuries, expiring contracts. Please look into this as soon as possible. It is lacking realism & needs to be addressed.
Necessary Game Update
02/02/2025

Musicsolutionz

I love this game first of all, the gameplay is great, depending on the difficulty settings the gameplay can be challenging, although extreme is nearly impossible to win due to the opponent scoring everytime they go on offense & throwing interceptions seem to happen everytime because the opponent team is as a whole is VERY FAST!! The NEED for an update is the coaching credits. Every move you look to do involves having a need of plenty coaching credits. It is VERY I balanced. You dont win much every game. The most I’ve seen is 3 per game & that is a team after winning a Superbowl. How many seasons do I have to play to get to 100 credits in order to increase the teams payroll? And that is keeping up with the players morale, conditioning, extending the contract, the teams facilities, the stadium, looking for better coaches, or better yet trying to sign free agents, which cost credits that you will most likely not have. This part of the game is VERY UNREALISTIC!! And it take away from the coaching aspect, which for adults is a great part of the game. This element of the game gives this game a Fanasty Football feel and the concept is really important for game balance & team structure depending on the situation. For example dealing with injuries, expiring contracts. Please look into this as soon as possible. It is lacking realism & needs to be addressed.

- 30 players added to the team builder when starting a new career (3xQB, 2xRB, 3xWR, 2xTE, 7xOL, 6xDL, 2xLB, 4xDB, 1xK). All are Free Agents as standard but can be rostered depending on your selections for PLAYER ROSTERS and PRACTICE SQUAD PLAYERS in the Advanced Options. - Fix for an issue where retirements and drafted players could be reset if the first season was completed without closing the app.

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