Retro Ball is a competitive air hockey game for 1 or 2 players, allowing for both single-player versus computer and multiplayer modes. In each game, two players control their respective paddles and use them to push the puck around the air hockey table. A point is scored when the puck enters the opposing player's net. At the beginning of each game, a coin toss determines who starts first. If the puck gets stuck on the centerline, another toss-up is held until it moves. The objective is to score more points than the other player before time runs out.
Gameplay involves using your paddle to control the movement and speed of the puck, aiming for the opponent's net to score. You can choose from fast or slow pucks, allowing you to adjust the game pace to suit your playing style. The timer adds an extra layer of challenge, requiring strategy and quick reflexes to outmaneuver your opponent.