Version History
Here you can find the changelog of Retro Bowl since it was posted on our website on 2020-02-26.
The latest version is 1.6.0 and it was updated on soft112.com on 19 April, 2024.
See below the changes in each version:
version 1.6.0
posted on 2024-02-08
- "Interrupt SIM" feature! Interrupt a SIM game and take over playing, or activate SIM from the middle of commentary in an ongoing game!
- Default team strengths updated for new careers and for Exhibition Mode
- Fix for Benched players picking up game day injuries.
version 1.5.91
posted on 2023-07-04
- Added ability to use edited Team setups (names, uniforms, and current strengths) from Career Mode in Exhibition Mode (Unlimited Version required).
- Added ability to use Star Players from Career Mode in Exhibition Mode (Unlimited Version required).
- Edited Conference/Division names are now also reset by the master 'Restore All Teams' option in the Team Editor.
version 1.5.88
posted on 2023-05-03
- Fix for a crash affecting users who had not selected a Head Coach image on earlier versions.
version 1.5.86
posted on 2023-03-31
Additional bug fixes.
version 1.5.84
posted on 2023-03-08
Fixed no-star QBs getting 3 audibles in franchise mode
Bowl history updated
Lowest FA age increased
Touchback kneel fix
Exhibition:
Fixed team rating when picking same team as save slot
Fixed conference names after using edited save slot
"Exhibition" displayed on replays
Fixed incorrect drive direction in single player
Fixed not seeing 4th down or punt option in OT
Play-off OT rules
Fixed Touchback when player OOB in EZ from KO
Interception in EZ results in a touchback
"Game Over" messaging fix
version 1.5.77
posted on 2023-02-08
Added exhibition games with local 2 player mode
Fixed HOF players disappearing
Fixed kicker XP attempts not affecting fan rating
Clock usage tweak
Tweaked CPU field goal success
Updated team ratings (thanks RetroBitCoach)
version 1.5.22
posted on 2022-05-19
Tweaked running game
Toned crowd noise down
Added return stats
Tweaked CPU going for it
Fixed restore game restart cheat
Can use a backup player as a kick returner
Fixed bye week erasing previous game stats
Possible fix for incorrect division sort
New achievements:
-Complete 20 seasons
-Pass for 500 yards in a game
-100% pass completion in a game
-25y kick return
-50y kick return
-75y kick return
-Score a TD return
version 1.5.18
posted on 2022-04-05
Added kickoff returns (unlimited only)
Added replay controls
Added gameplay pause
Updated gamepad controls
Fixed incorrect onside kick chance
Updated crowd sounds
Added 1st down kneel celebration
Fixed CPU punting when losing in overtime
Fixed OT rules regarding field goals
Added tutorial fail messages
Overtime coin flip tweaked (50/50 on Extreme)
Fixed QB not being sacked for more than 5 yards
Updated Retro Bowl history
Updated team strengths
version 1.4.96
posted on 2021-12-17
Added QB slide anim
Fixed player game rating issue
Fixed 16-0 achievement description
Clock stops for turnover on downs
CPU won't onside kick when tied
Fixed inverse stamina issue
Bullet throws easier to complete
Save system updated
Other games and links screen added
Fixed PS label on W18 load slot
version 1.4.93
posted on 2021-11-23
Fixed XR juking issues
Continue button doesn't need to be pressed
Field goal range extended to 66 yards
Fixed 16-0 achievement
Updated stadium roof types
More chance of poor catchers dropping ball
Updated AI onside kick logic
version 1.4.90
posted on 2021-10-06
Fixed play-off seeding crash/schedule issue
Gamepad controls working again (may need to pair controller before starting app)
Retro Bowl "home" team now random
Coordinator crash fix
Kick-off/continue buttons added
version 1.4.88
posted on 2021-09-27
Uniform update (thanks @RetroBitCoach)
17 game schedule
Bullet throws (tap whilst aiming)
New 1st down anim
New cheerleader anim
QB att/cmp not recorded for 2ptcs
Fixed unlimited contract extensions
Increased name pool
Choice of roof type in editor
Blitz tweak
Tweaked CPU team 4th down logic
Tweaked CPU team onside kick logic
Onside kick offer on tied score
QB not credited with catch after a fumble
Player ratings adjusted according to quarter length
Divisional round seeding
Tiebreakers updated
version 1.4.76
posted on 2021-05-24
2 extra uniforms
14 team playoff structure
Bye week for #1 seeds
Onside kicks
Added 1 min quarter length
Fixed clock issues
Fixed TE not getting route if other is benched
Tweaked OP/DP awards
Fixed fumble out of bounds in endzone
Fixed OT issue
Can check stats when resigning a player
Fixed correct player question always being left button
Tweaked AI clock use and yardage
Kicker accuracy and range affects kickoff distance
Fixed load screen team name issue
version 1.4.52
posted on 2021-02-02
Fixed unnecessary energy hit on Extreme
Fixed AI punting after 4th down sack
Reduced kicker fatigue
Fixed OT rules
XP for forced fumbles
Fixed low rated free agents
Fixed DL getting interceptions
Increased effect of OL and TE blocking
Reduced RB nerf in Extreme
Fixed bye week exploit
Updated league report screen
version 1.4.49
posted on 2020-12-16
Fixed post game question crash
Fixed receivers getting stuck on pylon
Fixed bye week exploit
Reduced fan hit on releasing newly signed players to 15%
Reduced player morale boost cost
Updated dynamic replays
Staff hires refresh at start of new season
Updated league report
RBs terminate receiving route earlier
Tweaked injury chance
Tweaked defense
Tweaked awards
Added half stripe ball
Tweaked energy recovery on Extreme
Fewer weak teams on harder difficulties
Defenders can dive head-on
version 1.4.42
posted on 2020-12-03
Added replays
Added ball styles
New player meeting options
Updated free agent pages
New commentary text
Lots of tweaks and fixes
Draft players need scouting before revealing potential
New scout trait for coordinators
For the full list check here: https://twitter.com/retro_bowl/status/1331977114023653377
version 1.4.20
posted on 2020-10-02
Added 2 save slots
Adjusted balancing of team strengths
Tweaked awards
QBs and Kickers don't lose strength until 35
High rated free agents get taken quicker
Free agent costs aligned with with resigning player costs
Players have a hidden development trait which affects xp
OL tackle stat changed to blocks
Can use periods in edited names
Can edit conference and division names
Increased energy recovery during play-offs
Added extreme difficulty
Random team kicks off OT on Extreme
Updated uniforms
version 1.4.12
posted on 2020-09-29
Gamepad fixes
version 1.4.11
posted on 2020-07-17
v1.4.11
Fixed starting with favorite team crash
v1.3.79
Reduced dropped catches
Fixed QB sneak
Fixed levelling up bug
Added gamepad support
version 1.3.61
posted on 2020-07-02
Fixed bye week bug
Fixed color picker crash
Fixed OT issue
Fixed missing draft page
Fixed yardage when receiver knocked backwards
Fixed play-offs reached stat
Reduced PI
Tweaked awards
Awards on stat page
50 HOF slots
Tweaked RB effectiveness
Tweaked stamina
Reduced injuries
QB speed increase
Tweaked OL
Tweaked catching/fumbles
Reduced criticise team effect
Increased fine player effect
Fixed cam zoom
Updated editor
Audibles reset at half-time
Remaining picks shown when signing/trading
version 1.3.42
posted on 2020-06-09
Adjusted difficulty
Fixed draft and hof crash
Increased RB, TE and QB speed
Tweaked stamina
Fewer fumbles
Adjusted catch radius
Adjusted OL and TES salaries
Fixed rain under a roof
Fixed coach XP resetting
Fixed DB roster limit
Fixed fumbles counting as ints
Tweaked clock usage on CPU drives
Updated 2pt AI
Reduced route congestion
Darker kicking guide in snow
Reduced injury of younger players
Added team ratings to job offer screen
New team roster based on existing rating
Fewer low star teams
version 1.3.37
posted on 2020-05-29
Minor bug fixes
Fixed Winners screen after losing
Fixed HOF crash
Fixed HOF retirees
Fixed coach level up issue
Fixed ball freezing
Fixed "Win a division" achievement
Fixed consecutive RB achievements
Backup players can be hired
12 man roster option
2 TOs per half (3 for 3 mins)
Added awards
Adjusted gameplay
Endzone colors
Adjusted draft
Training regimes
Adjusted injuries
Tweaked post-game player morale
Clock management and 2pt AI
Rookie dilemmas
HOF jackets
Star rating on results screen
version 1.3.35
posted on 2020-05-27
Fixed Winners screen after losing
Fixed HOF crash
Fixed HOF retirees
Fixed coach level up issue
Fixed ball freezing
Fixed "Win a division" achievement
Fixed consecutive RB achievements
Backup players can be hired
12 man roster option
2 TOs per half (3 for 3 mins)
Added awards
Adjusted gameplay
Endzone colors
Adjusted draft
Training regimes
Adjusted injuries
Tweaked post-game player morale
Clock management and 2pt AI
Rookie dilemmas
HOF jackets
Star rating on results screen
version 1.3.14
posted on 2020-04-30
Fixed record being set in tutorial
Fixed OL getting sack record
Fixed HOF losing players when changing teams
Fixed re-signing player duplicating HOF entry
Fixed retiring HOF players
Reduced filesize
version 1.3.11
posted on 2020-04-29
Game speed optimized
Editor fixes
Fixed physio trait
Receiving yard fix
Fixed wind icon on snow
Fixed passing achievement
Added player HOF
Can trade rookies away
Fixed tutorial messaging issues
Changing teams resets picks
Added history of bowl winners
Added player records
New achievements
10 credits for winning Retro Bowl
Added rest all button
Added 200m salary cap option
Fixed editing teams with the same name
version 1.2.12
posted on 2020-04-10
New uniforms
Team editing
Difficulty option
Drops more likely when pass is low
Tap division tables to change display
Removed gender references to head coach
Fixed level up credit not being received
Tweaked OL match rating
Increased kicking difficulty
Coaches receive XP
Cannot call T.O on 0 secs
Fixed forward progress issue
Tweaked energy consumption
Tweaked game rating effect on player morale
Optimized head-to-head check
Color cleats for star players
More fixes
version 1.1.92
posted on 2020-04-08
Removed paywall
Fixed kicking crash
Fixed head-to-head record clash
version 1.1.91
posted on 2020-03-23
Added save slots
Added audibles
Added time outs
Fixed CB running wrong way
Fixed P.O scorelines on home screen
Tweaked interceptions and defensive AI
Fixed tight end blocking
Increased QB speed
Side-step ability recharges
Reduced top-end salaries
Increased QB/KK retirement to 40y
Fixed 2pt out of bounds
Clock not stopped when QB sacked
Tweaked KK and RB xp gain
Head to head records checked in tie-breaker situations
version 1.1.82
posted on 2020-03-17
Reduced pass interference
Added 3 minute quarter option
Can rename coaching staff
Fixed condition pct when resting all players
Wind shown before choosing to kick
Fixed some achievements not triggering
Fixed scrimmage when rushing QB tackled
Fixed kick off not happening after PAT/2pt
Fixed fumbles in 2pt attempts
Fixed linebacker AI
Nerfed sidestep spamming
Fixed home advantage in play-offs
Fixed abilities going above 10
Fewer job offers
Fixed passing yards calculation
version 1.1.51
posted on 2020-02-24
v1.1.51
Under the hood update
version 1.1.50
posted on 2020-02-18
v1.1.5
Option to start with favorite team
Fixed hiring Motivator coach bug
Fixed 400 passing yards achievement
Reverse throw will start QB running
Fixed a Hall of Fame crash
Fixed ties in play-off games
Receiver names highlighted pre-snap
Fixed a resigning Free Agent issue