Retro Football Management

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Retro Football Management is a single player casual sport game. It was developed by Coast Gaming and was released on January 8, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

Relive Football Manager games as they used to be in this Retro Football game

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,707 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

monetization64 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience, allowing players to manage classic teams and players from past eras.
It's simple and addictive, making it easy to play through seasons quickly without getting bogged down in complex mechanics.
The game is free to play and provides a fair amount of content without requiring in-app purchases.

The game often features unrealistic results, where stronger teams lose to weaker ones, leading to frustration.
There are frequent crashes and bugs, particularly after updates, which can disrupt gameplay.
The lack of tactical depth and features like substitutions or cup competitions makes the game feel overly simplistic.

monetization
76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
9%
84%
The monetization strategy of the game heavily relies on ads, which players must watch to earn in-game currency for transfers, leading to a mixed reception. While some appreciate the option to earn funds through ads without mandatory in-app purchases, many express frustration over the frequency and length of ads, which can disrupt gameplay and slow progress. Overall, the game is seen as "pay-to-win" with a significant emphasis on ad viewing, making it challenging to succeed without engaging with this system.
- “It's addictive and fair in-game purchases.”
- “For a free game that does not make you buy in-app purchases, this is amazing; loads and loads of seasons all packed with the greatest players, fab.”
- “So much fun, good pace, and no ads if you don't want to.”
- “Sad as I like it, but it's fixed to pay or watch ads for an hour.”
- “Ok for 4 seasons, but the game is fixed to play for four seasons and then it makes all the other teams so strong that the best possible position you finish is second. The objective is to finish first; otherwise, you get sacked and game over—unless you pay with real money to continue. You have to endure hundreds of painful ads in the seasons to make transfer money.”
- “Could be really good fun, but too geared towards microtransactions and ads for my liking.”
gameplay
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
59%
10%
The gameplay is characterized as simplistic and nostalgic, appealing to retro fans with its quick and addictive nature. However, many users express frustration with its lack of depth, unexpected results, and the prevalence of ads, leading to a perception of it being pay-to-win. Suggestions for improvement include adding tactical options, substitutions, and more engaging mechanics to enhance the overall experience.
- “Very simple gameplay, but I like it; a nice break from FM20 mechanics, and the fact a season can be completed in an hour is great.”
- “It's simplistic in design and functionality yet provides great gameplay.”
- “Gameplay is quick, fun, and exciting.”
- “The first couple of days, this gets pretty addictive and fun to play out, then reality sets in and unfortunately doesn't hold up in any footballing sense, in either gameplay or management.”
- “There's no gameplay or actions you can take, so you end up skipping the match; 99% of your time you're watching adverts and continuing to the next page.”
- “Thought it was going to be good and similar to the old football manager games of the nineties, but unfortunately, it only is in appearance, and the gameplay is terrible.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
46%
31%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users criticizing them as low-quality and unappealing compared to older football manager titles. While some appreciate the retro art style reminiscent of classic games, others find the fonts and colors uninviting and the added graphical elements unnecessary. Overall, there is a consensus that the graphics detract from the gameplay experience, with calls for improvements in future updates.
- “Art style is on point for the retro football management game.”
- “Great fun and memories of the 80s players whilst giving ZX Spectrum style management graphics, proper retro!”
- “Proper old school graphics.”
- “But still too low graphics and too boring compared to old football manager games on PC.”
- “Colours and fonts are very bad and not eye-friendly; graphics are not really necessary.”
- “They honestly ruined the game with the latest graphics update.”
stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
91%
The stability of the game is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and freezing issues that hinder gameplay, such as freezing at the start or after game weeks. While some players find the game enjoyable despite these glitches, many express frustration over the unrealistic outcomes and persistent technical problems, indicating that significant improvements are needed for a smoother experience.
- “The game is bug-free and simple to use.”
- “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it never crashes.”
- “The performance is consistently smooth, making for an enjoyable experience.”
- “Can't play the game because it freezes from start.”
- “Overall very good but if you get sacked at the end of the season and press continue, the game freezes.”
- “Cuts out after half a season, freezes; doesn't matter what you do, it won't work. Very poor.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
Overall, players have mixed feelings about the game's optimization. While some enjoy the gameplay, they report issues with team performance stagnation despite high player ratings, and recent updates have negatively impacted game speed. Suggestions for improvement include adding half-time ratings, enhancing player attributes, and allowing for more dynamic substitutions to better reflect player performance.
- “One suggestion would be to give players half-time ratings so it's easier to make judgments on performance rather than fitness.”
- “It would be good if you could make substitutions and players' values and skill levels increased and decreased depending on age and performance.”
- “If I were to improve it, I'd add a few more attributes to the players and have them impact performance.”
- “When I made the substitution or changed tactics, it didn't change anything or improve the team's performance.”
- “Had a successful first 2/3 seasons, hitting season goals and building a team capable of winning the league, but then saw the team's performance disappear. Even with players rated at 100%, my team couldn't win and eventually got sacked, but had the 'option' to continue the game if I paid an amount of money.”
- “I've acquired good players, but some do not get to play, causing their potential to be sidelined. Part of the enjoyment is seeing players score high in both performance and goals.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as amusing yet simplistic, with players finding comedic moments in unrealistic scenarios, such as injured players returning mid-match and the ability to buy the same player multiple times. While these quirks add a lighthearted touch, they also highlight some inconsistencies in the game's mechanics. Overall, the humor contributes to the retro charm, even if it may not be the primary focus of the experience.
- “Pretty good, though very basic and some funny things going on, like I played one game where an opposing player was injured but came back later in the match to replace another injured player (surely that's illegal and completely against the rules of the game).”
- “It's quite funny to me seeing as it's a 'retro' game .”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect of the game is highlighted by a challenging mission set in the South America tour, specifically requiring players to score 80 team goals in a season during the 1987/1988 Brazilian league, which some users find difficult to complete.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express a desire for enhanced music options, including the addition of Euro qualification tracks and a broader selection of seasonal music.
- “I'd love some music and Euro qualification options, as well as more season options.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players rate the replayability of the game highly, citing the diverse goals for each era and the opportunity to relive the careers of legendary figures as key factors that enhance the experience.
- “The goals for each era make the replayability factor a 10/10, not to mention reliving the careers of the best ever.”
- “Every playthrough feels unique due to the diverse choices and paths available, ensuring I can come back for more.”
- “The dynamic events and character interactions keep the game fresh, making me want to replay it multiple times.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a promising concept, but the execution is often criticized as tedious and lacking excitement.
- “Very nice concept, but the execution is very tedious and bland.”
- “The grinding feels endless and lacks any real reward.”
- “It's a chore to progress, making the game feel more like work than fun.”

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Retro Football Management is a casual sport game.

Retro Football Management is available on Phone, iPad, iPhone, Tablet and others.

Retro Football Management was released on January 8, 2019.

Retro Football Management was developed by Coast Gaming.

Retro Football Management has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its monetization.

Retro Football Management is a single player game.

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