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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action
Trog
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 (originally 1990) |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Bally Midway |
| Publisher | Acclaim |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Bally Midway and published by Acclaim, Trog arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991 as an action game. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1990.
It landed about 6 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1991 include Pac-Man, Battletoads and Yoshi.
Bally Midway also made Rampage, Spy Hunter and Xenophobe for the NES.
Trog 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've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Trog 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.
Trog cheats & codes
6 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | XTXATOVS |
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Trog walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Trog.
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Trog FAQ
When did Trog come out on the NES?
Trog was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991; the original game dates back to 1990.
Who made Trog?
It was developed by Bally Midway and published by Acclaim.
Is Trog multiplayer?
Yes. Trog supports up to 2 players.
How long does Trog take to play?
As an action game, Trog 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 Trog 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.