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Retro Bowl is a football game that is both enjoyable and free of the most egregious excesses of the phone game genre. Certainly, there are a few micro-transactions; however, it is unnecessary to purchase any of them in order to achieve success (with the exception of one, which I will discuss in a moment). Many intricate football concepts are simplified into a limited number of intuitive movements by the control scheme. The "franchise" components of the game, including roster management, franchise management, and year-to-year schedule variations, are uncomplicated enough to be enjoyable, yet complex enough to maintain interest through multiple seasons of gameplay.

Consequently, Retro Bowl has wholly absorbed the remainder of my football gaming activities. Although I will always cherish Tecmo Super Bowl with all my heart, I have also played it excessively over the years. Although I had the good fortune of acquiring a used copy of the highly regarded NFL 2k5 some time ago and thoroughly relished my time with it, the intricacies of franchise management are so profound that they are nearly impossible to comprehend. The draft is so intricate that it almost necessitates the creation of a physical large board. However, even if you do so, success is not guaranteed. Except for the quarterback and the skill positions, player development is nearly impossible. Additionally, it necessitates participation in each and every preseason game. As soon as the digital ink on their contracts is complete, all free agents you sign, whether they are superstars or reserve signings, are guaranteed to decline. The on-field elements of the game are exceptional and significantly superior to any Madden game I have ever played. However, the rest of the game serves as a reminder that football is frequently unenjoyable.