Froggy Fun From Old Favourite

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Alright, so Hopper isn't the most original game that you're going to buy. But it is fun, and Acornsoft have produced a colourful, lively version of an old favourite.

In the unlikely event that you don't know or can't guess what it's about I'll explain. The idea is that you have to hop your frog across a road avoiding vehicular traffic (as the Highway Code would put it).

Having missed being squashed to death you then have to cross a stream by means of logs and the backs of sometimes treachorous turtles to reach one of five "froggy lairs". You mustn't fall in the water as apparently these frogs can't swim.

As you might guess the whole thing gets more difficult with snakes and crocodiles joining in the mayhem. And if that's not enough you have to beat the clock as well.

It's great fun and Acornsoft with their usual skill and inside knowledge have produced yet another excellent version of an old arcade favourite. Sadly the only thing missing is the good old lady frog. Has Mrs. Whitehouse invaded the micro world?

That thought cast the only shadow on the game. Highly recommended.

Trevor Roberts