Incredible Partnership: Koei Tecmo and Homage Collaborate on Retro Clothing Line
In a remarkable collaboration, Koei Tecmo and Homage have joined forces to bring fans an exclusive clothing line inspired by the beloved 1987 football classic, Tecmo Bowl.
A Winning Partnership:
Koei Tecmo, renowned for its iconic 8-bit action games, has teamed up with Homage, a retro apparel company, to create an ongoing collection of clothing inspired by the warm nostalgia of Tecmo Bowl. This exciting collaboration adds to Homage’s already stellar Super Star NFL line.
Nostalgia at Its Best:
What better way to kick off a video game collection than with a tribute to a beloved title? The new Tecmo Bowl lineup starts today with a T-shirt featuring the iconic “All-American” title card, instantly transporting fans back to the 8-bit glory of the game.
A Blast from the Past:
Starting on November 2nd, the Homage helmet T-shirt will sport an 8-bit alt jersey, featuring Tecmo Bowl logos for all 32 teams. It’s worth noting that this may result in a “penalty for too many men on the field,” as the original game only included 12 teams. But, given the excitement and nostalgia, we’re more than willing to overlook this minor detail!
Player Packs Galore:
On November 16th, Homage will release the highly anticipated Player Pack. This exclusive collection features some of the most beloved players from Tecmo Bowl, allowing fans to proudly wear their favorite legends. Please note: if your uncle keeps dominating with the 49ers and making you despise Jerry Rice, this might be a bittersweet moment for you.
The First Wave:
The initial release of the Player Pack includes some legendary players:
- Jerry Rice, San Francisco 49ers [you love to hate him!]
- Barry Sanders, Detroit Lions
- John Elway, Denver Broncos
- Jim Kelly, Buffalo Bills [That’s my quarterback!]
- Randall Cunningham, Philadelphia Eagles
- Christian Okoye, Kansas City Chiefs
- Thurman Thomas, Buffalo Bills
- Derrick Thomas, Kansas City Chiefs
- Clay Matthews, Cleveland Browns
- Howie Long, Los Angeles Raiders
More Exciting Releases:
Later in November, be on the lookout for the Quarterback Player Pack and the Wide Receiver Player Pack. And in December, brace yourself for winter football, a unique Running Back Player tee, and the thrilling Defense Player Pack.
Long-Awaited Collaboration:
Ryan Vesler, founder and CEO of HOMAGE, expressed immense satisfaction with this collaboration, stating, “This partnership has been a 10-year journey since our team first reached out to the parent company of Tecmo Bowl. The enduring popularity of Tecmo Bowl makes it one of the most valuable pieces of IP in football and videogame history. We are truly honored and incredibly excited to bring this collection to fans worldwide.”
Availability and Shipping:
The entire collection is available in unisex sizes ranging from XS to 3XL. Please note that Homage currently only ships within the USA, so Canadian fans will need a shipping receiver.