Game Boy Color · Action
Frogger
Certified classic
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 (originally 1981) |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Majesco |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Frogger |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 8 |
Frogger is an action game released in 1997 for the Game Boy Color, developed by Konami and published by Majesco. This GBC release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1981.
It belongs to the GBC's earliest wave of games. Other notable GBC releases from 1997 include Game & Watch Gallery 2. Among the 84 GBC action games in our database, it ranks #8 by legacy score.
It is part of the Frogger series; on the GBC you can also try Frogger 2. The series also appears on other systems with Frogger (2600) and Frogger (5200). Konami also made Metal Gear Solid, Spawn and Yu-Gi-Oh! Dark Duel Stories for the GBC.
Frogger supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the GBC's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Frogger is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Frogger cheats & codes
16 codes on file (GameShark, Xploder). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 010555C1 |
|---|---|
| Highest Score | 011958C1 |
| Invincible Frog | 010025C1 |
| Switch Frog Image | 011721C1 |
| Lane 1 | 900185C1 |
| Lane 2 | 900084C1 |
Frogger walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Frogger.
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Playing GBC games today
GBC games are compact and colorful, and many are available on Nintendo Switch Online. Cartridges also play on the Game Boy Advance.
Frogger FAQ
When did Frogger come out on the GBC?
Frogger was released for the Game Boy Color in 1997; the original game dates back to 1981.
Who made Frogger?
It was developed by Konami and published by Majesco.
Is Frogger multiplayer?
Yes. Frogger supports up to 2 players.
How long does Frogger take to play?
As an action game, Frogger typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Frogger on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.