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Intellivision · Platformer / Action
Tropical Trouble
| System | Intellivision |
|---|---|
| Released | 1982 |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | Imagic |
| Publisher | Imagic |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Tropical Trouble is a platformer released in 1982 for the Intellivision, developed by Imagic. It blends platformer and action elements.
It landed about 3 years into the Intellivision's life. Other notable Intellivision releases from 1982 include Demon Attack, Buzz Bombers and Beauty & the Beast. Among the 8 Intellivision platformers in our database, it ranks #8 by legacy score.
Imagic also made Demon Attack, Atlantis and Beauty & the Beast for the Intellivision.
Tropical Trouble supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Intellivision hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing Tropical Trouble is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Tropical Trouble walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Tropical Trouble.
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Playing Intellivision games today
Intellivision games reward patience: many are slower, more strategic designs than their Atari rivals. Official compilations have kept a large part of the library available on modern platforms.
Tropical Trouble FAQ
When did Tropical Trouble come out on the Intellivision?
Tropical Trouble was released for the Intellivision in 1982.
Who made Tropical Trouble?
It was developed by Imagic.
Is Tropical Trouble multiplayer?
Yes. Tropical Trouble supports up to 2 players.
How long does Tropical Trouble take to play?
As a platformer, Tropical Trouble typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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