Classic 1980s Computer Game - Popular on Mobiles

Konami Digital Entertainment has announced the three Frogger mobile phone games, Frogger, Frogger Puzzle, and Frogger for Prizes have exceeded US$10 million in gross sales to date. In celebration of Frogger's 25th anniversary, Konami will launch Frogger 25th Evolution this fall.

"At 25 years and going strong, the frog's still got it. By pairing a beloved icon with simple, yet compelling gameplay, we've hit on the winning formula for what people want in a mobile game - simple, classic, casual," commented Joe Morris, vice president, mobile content, Konami Digital Entertainment.

Frogger is a 1981 arcade game licensed for U.S. distribution by Sega/Gremlin, and developed by Konami. The game is regarded as a classic and was very popular for its novel gameplay and theme. Frogger is regarded as one of the "Top 100 Videogames" of all time by the Killer List of Videogames (KLOV). 25 years later Frogger is still a top selling franchise and continues to entertain casual and core gamers across the globe. With 3 games already on the mobile device, Frogger is set to launch another in the fall to celebrate his 25th anniversary - the game is sure to be an instant hit."

Posted to the site on 13th September 2006