Leave the bulky playbooks in your locker—in the 8-bit homage Retro Bowl, a touchdown is just a few taps away. Stick to offense with pinpoint passes and incredible runs while managing your football team behind the scenes.
What we love: Its combination of simple controls and deep strategy. Drag your finger to draw a passing line and tap to barrel through the defense. Then head off the field to monitor your team’s health and morale, sign free agents, and orchestrate trades. Is that four-star kicker with a mean streak really worth his salary? Every choice can make a big impact!
Quick tip: Being fast on your feet is crucial, especially for wide receivers and running backs. Upgrade their speed stats first, then focus on stamina. You don’t want to run out of steam on those game-breaking 80-yard runs!
Meet the creator: Though quite familiar with soccer, Simon Read—the founder of UK-based New Star Games—knew little about American football before making Retro Bowl. During development, he watched dozens of games and coded as he learned the rules.