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Retro Bowl
Released On: Feb 10, 2022
84
7.7
Metascore
Generally Favorable
Based on 7 Critic Reviews
84
100% Positive
7 Reviews
7 Reviews
0% Mixed
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
0% Negative
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
Metascore
Generally Favorable
Based on 7 Critic Reviews
84
100% Positive
7 Reviews
7 Reviews
0% Mixed
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
0% Negative
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
Retro Bowl is, easily, one of the most downright enjoyable American football games of the last few years, and its appearance on Switch is a welcome antidote to a dearth of decent handheld gridiron. The Tecmo Bowl inspiration is abundant, and this is a loving homage to a classic full of retro charm, but it also packs a surprising amount of modern design influence under the hood. With quick, rewarding play sessions and a fine balance between ease of play, depth, authenticity, and excitement, Retro Bowl belongs on every football fan’s Switch.
Retro Bowl is pure gaming joy, wrapped with a nostalgic little bow. It’s also the best American Football game in years.
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 30 User Ratings
7.7
80% Positive
24 Ratings
24 Ratings
7% Mixed
2 Ratings
2 Ratings
13% Negative
4 Ratings
4 Ratings
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 30 User Ratings
7.7
80% Positive
24 Ratings
24 Ratings
7% Mixed
2 Ratings
2 Ratings
13% Negative
4 Ratings
4 Ratings
very nice game time consumming but fun there is a lot of things you can do in the game that is still fun
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Nintendo Switch
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Nintendo Switch
That's the key with this game — it's addictive but most importantly simple, immersive fun. A reminder that getting hooked on a game can be due to its design rather than complexity or realism. There are a few flaws — the game has an obsession with fumbles that give you possession on your opponent's 18-yard line, and opposition coaches never seem to use time outs to help their chances. But as a game to play regularly in short bursts, or occasionally in longer sessions, Retro Bowl is a hoot. It's backyard football disguised as the NFL in 8-bit form... and that's brilliant.
An overall enjoyable, authentic experience for both the longtime football gamer and new one whether it's on iOS, Android, or now on the Switch. The satisfying gameplay with Switch controls combined with the off-field strategy essentially makes Retro Bowl a 2-in-1 package even with the lack of defensive play. It's a great nod to the games of yesteryear while still quenching the thirst of the modern sports gamer.
Retro Bowl certainly gets close to scratching that itch for a retro-style football game. The game is addictive, and you can play many games in one sitting. Including scenarios between games requiring you to choose options that affect the players’ morale is fun. There is a bit of smoke and mirrors when you start to look under the hood, though. You can only play offense, and the defense is played out via text messages on the screen. Player career stats are only tracked as long as you coach that team. And the scenarios tend to repeat themselves after a while. However, the game is affordable. And with the amount of time I spent playing Retro Bowl, I certainly got my money’s worth and then some.
Retro Bowl is generally worth it, if you’re a Switch-owning football fan who wants to play their favourite game on Nintendo’s system. It may not be perfect, but it’s miles better than anything else you can play.
this is an amazing game, the pixel art is fantastic and its just a great video game
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Nintendo Switch
One of the best sports games ever made! It is miles better than Madden! Nuff said
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Nintendo Switch
Love love love this game. The passing can take a few games to get accustomed to, but once you do this game becomes loads of fun. It's the perfect game to sit back and play for twenty mins on the couch and scratch that football itch. Here's a hint: Don't start out as your favorite team. It'll lengthen the gameplay when you invest time in your first team before moving on to your beloved. I cannot recommend this game enough, and to the publisher, PLEASE MAKE A COLLEGE FOOTBALL VERSION. I will buy ten copies of it if you do.
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With a lack of gridiron football games on the Switch, Retro Bowl is the perfect option. It's fun, it's very good but it has management and front office features. It's old school gameplay is really good. It's pure joy to play this game.
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Nintendo Switch
I unlocked the full version on Android but after trying it on the Steam Deck w/bluestacks I decided that $5 is a great price for the console version with both touch and button controls. RIP Tecmo Bowl
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Nintendo Switch
Summary Retro Bowl is the perfect game for the armchair quarterback to finally prove a point. Presented in a glorious retro style, the game has simple roster management, including press duties and the handling of fragile egos, while on the field you get to call the shots. Can you pass the grade and take your team all the way to the ultimate pri...
Rated E
for Everyone
Platforms:
- iOS (iPhone/iPad)
- Nintendo Switch
Initial Release Date: Feb 10, 2022
Developer:
- Five Aces Publishing Ltd.
Publisher: Five Aces Publishing Ltd.
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