Retro Football
PC Controls
Arrow Keys: Move your player or select a play card.
Spacebar / Enter / X / G: Snap the ball, throw, hurdle, dive, or kick.
Hold Up / Down: Select a receiver.
P / Esc: Pause the game.
M: Toggle sound.
Left Mouse Click: Interact with other game elements.
Local Two-Player Controls
Player 1: WASD to move and G for actions.
Player 2: Arrow Keys to move and L for actions.
ABOUT RETRO FOOTBALL
Retro Football is a 6v6 arcade American football game that combines classic pixel graphics with fast-paced matches and strategic play selection. Take control of your team, choose offensive and defensive tactics, and execute passes, runs, tackles, and kicks to outscore your opponents. Each possession offers four play cards, challenging you to make smart decisions before the ball is snapped. Build your franchise across a 17-week regular season, compete against 32 teams, and fight through the playoffs for the championship. With seven-minute matches, local multiplayer, and unique team abilities, every game brings another opportunity to improve your strategy. Lead your squad onto the field, make game-changing plays, and claim the Retro Cup!
Retro Football - A 6v6 arcade American football game
GAMEPLAY OVERVIEW
Choose Your Plays and Control the Action
In Retro Football, every offensive possession begins with four tactical play cards that determine your next move. Choose from running routes, 13 passing plays, bonus options, and your team's signature play to create scoring opportunities. Once the action starts, guide your players through the defense, find open receivers, and time your throws to avoid interceptions.
Running plays require careful movement through defensive gaps, while a well-timed hurdle can help you escape an incoming tackle. On defense, select from eight formations, including zone coverage, man-to-man marking, and aggressive blitzes. You can chase the quarterback for sacks or pursue ball carriers to prevent big gains.
Scoring follows familiar American football rules:
Touchdown: Earn 6 points by reaching the opponent's end zone.
Field Goal: Score 3 points with a successful kick.
Extra Point: Attempt an additional point after a touchdown.
Two-Point Conversion: Choose a riskier play for 2 extra points.
Build Your Franchise and Win the Retro Cup
Franchise Mode takes your selected team through 17 regular-season weeks before the championship playoffs. Compete for your division title, advance into the eight-team postseason, and survive the semifinals to reach the Retro Cup.
The game features 32 teams with different player ratings, star athletes, and signature plays. Every three victories reward you with opportunities to unlock new teams or additional plays, gradually expanding your tactical options.
Each match lasts approximately seven minutes, keeping the competition quick while giving you enough time to experiment with offensive and defensive strategies.
Enjoy Quick Matches and Local Multiplayer
Beyond the full franchise experience, Quick Play lets you jump into a standalone football match without following an entire season. This mode is useful for practicing passing, running, and defensive positioning before taking on tougher opponents.
Local multiplayer also allows two players to compete using separate keyboard controls. Whether you prefer building a championship franchise or challenging a friend, smart play selection and precise timing are essential to winning.
Control Guide
PC Controls
Arrow Keys: Move your player or select a play card.
Spacebar / Enter / X / G: Snap the ball, throw, hurdle, dive, or kick.
Hold Up / Down: Select a receiver.
P / Esc: Pause the game.
M: Toggle sound.
Left Mouse Click: Interact with other game elements.
Local Two-Player Controls
Player 1: WASD to move and G for actions.
Player 2: Arrow Keys to move and L for actions.
