Frogger

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Learn About the Game Frogger

Frogger debuted in arcades in 1981. Players see a green frog at the screen bottom. They hop across lanes packed with speeding cars. A single hit means the frog vanishes. Then logs drift on a river at the screen top. Hopping from log to log keeps the frog safe. Missing a log ends the turn instantly.

Timing matters more than anything. Each new level brings faster cars and tighter gaps. Logs shrink and turtles slip below the surface. A narrow ledge holds the frog in place. Missing that spot sends the frog back. Each crossing feels like a small win. This game demands focus and quick choices.

Decades have passed and Frogger still appears in arcade collections. Fans remember a simple challenge. Rules stay clear at every stage. The next car or log can come from any side. Over time designers added turtles diving below the surface. The surprise can catch players off guard. Arcade veterans often return to chase new records. Frogger delivers a rush without fancy graphics.