Intellivision · 1982
Frog Bog
Frog Bog is a 1982 Mattel Intellivision platform game in which frogs leap between lily pads to catch flies before the day turns to night.
- Publisher
- Mattel Electronics
- Format
- Cartridge
- Genre
- platform game
- Released
- 1982
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Overview
Players steer a frog that hops across lily pads while flies drift through the air, using the fire button to extend the tongue and snap up passing insects. Two skill levels change how fixed the jump points are, and the sky shifts from morning light to darkness to mark the end of the round. The game can be played solo, with the second frog taken by the system, or as a head-to-head contest between two players.
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Why it matters
Frog Bog is a compact example of the early Intellivision library, where simple timing mechanics carried most of the challenge. Its day-to-night cycle and two skill settings gave casual players an easy entry point without much explanation.
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The physical edition
A typical complete Intellivision copy pairs the cartridge with its original box and any included printed insert, though contents can vary by region and later reissue. The physical packaging identifies the edition, so collectors should compare the label, manual, and box art before assuming two copies are identical.
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Playing it today
Frog Bog runs on original Intellivision hardware without any special setup beyond the standard controller. It also appears in Intellivision emulators, which can be useful for testing a copy before committing to hardware.