Crossy Road is the gold standard for how to modernize a classic arcade formula. It takes the soul of Frogger and wraps it in a stunning, 'voxel' art style that has since been copied by thousands of other games. The 'one-tap' controls are perfect for mobile, and the sense of momentum and risk is perfectly balanced. It’s a game of 'just five more meters,' and that hook is incredibly strong.
What truly makes Crossy Road a masterpiece is its monetization model. It’s one of the few free-to-play games that feels entirely generous; you can unlock almost every character just by playing, and the optional ads are never forced on you. The sheer variety of characters—and how they often change the entire visual and audio theme of the level—is a joy to discover. It’s bright, funny, polished, and an essential part of any mobile gaming library.
Available on: Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 7.11Mon Mar 09 2026
We hope we flipped all the right switches… Update now to celebrate International Women’s Day, April Fool’s Day, and Easter with Crossy Road!
We’ve also added more variety to Pecking Order - see if you can spot a few more familiar faces in the line-up!
Why did the Chicken cross the road?
Why did the Pigeon leave THAT there?
Why did Unihorse eat all that candy?
Crossy Road is the 8-bit endless arcade hopper that started it all. Collect custom characters and navigate freeways, railroads, rivers and much more.
Crossy Road® is the #1 viral smash hit you’ll never stop playing.
FEATURES:
• CROSS ROADS—Cross roads, train tracks, and rivers - endlessly hop forever!
• SILLY CHARACTERS—Unlock and collect over 300 characters in our distinctive retro style.
• DISCOVER WORLDS—Have fun running, hopping and crossing all day with over 28 worlds to discover.
• DON’T DIE—Avoid (or enjoy) hilarious ways to die as you cross through oceans, savannahs, space and more!
• LEADERBOARDS—Peck your way to the top in our daily challenges! Play around the world, win gifts and unlock rare characters.
• SHINY CARDS—Track your stats with special holographic cards that come with each character.
• SPECIAL EVENTS—Celebrate special dates with limited time events and free character giveaways.
EXTRA FUN:
• Jump into the action and enjoy innovative and simple gameplay.
• Discover and explore 28 different worlds each with their own unique arcade style.
• Complete Daily Quests! Hop endlessly, scare birds, jump over lily pads, and more!
• Same device multiplayer! Challenge your friends and family on same-device multiplayer mode.
• Free to play
• Play offline games
• Join over 250 MILLION players worldwide
SUPPORT:
Have any problems or suggestions? You can reach us at support@hipsterwhale.com or check out our FAQ www.hipsterwhale.com/crossy-road-support
Requires iOS 15.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.Why did the Chicken cross the road?
Why did the Pigeon leave THAT there?
Why did Unihorse eat all that candy?
Crossy Road is the 8-bit endless arcade hopper that started it all. Collect custom characters and navigate freeways, railroads, rivers and much more.
Crossy Road® is the #1 viral smash hit you’ll never stop playing.
FEATURES:
• CROSS ROADS—Cross roads, train tracks, and rivers - endlessly hop forever!
• SILLY CHARACTERS—Unlock and collect over 300 characters in our distinctive retro style.
• DISCOVER WORLDS—Have fun running, hopping and crossing all day with over 28 worlds to discover.
• DON’T DIE—Avoid (or enjoy) hilarious ways to die as you cross through oceans, savannahs, space and more!
• LEADERBOARDS—Peck your way to the top in our daily challenges! Play around the world, win gifts and unlock rare characters.
• SHINY CARDS—Track your stats with special holographic cards that come with each character.
• SPECIAL EVENTS—Celebrate special dates with limited time events and free character giveaways.
EXTRA FUN:
• Jump into the action and enjoy innovative and simple gameplay.
• Discover and explore 28 different worlds each with their own unique arcade style.
• Complete Daily Quests! Hop endlessly, scare birds, jump over lily pads, and more!
• Same device multiplayer! Challenge your friends and family on same-device multiplayer mode.
• Free to play
• Play offline games
• Join over 250 MILLION players worldwide
SUPPORT:
Have any problems or suggestions? You can reach us at support@hipsterwhale.com or check out our FAQ www.hipsterwhale.com/crossy-road-support
Crossy Road is a thoughtfully designed mobile game that blends the classic 'Frogger' challenge with a vibrant voxel aesthetic. Players tap and swipe to guide their character through endless traffic, rivers, and train tracks, solving high-speed spatial puzzles and progressing through a massive roster of over 300 collectable characters. The experience favors timing and polish, with simple controls and satisfyingly hilarious feedback for every close call.
Over 300 unique collectable characters
Vibrant and iconic voxel graphics
Real-time multiplayer on a single device
Generous, non-intrusive free-to-play model
The biggest danger isn't the trucks—it's the Eagle. If you stay still for more than 5 seconds, an eagle will swoop down and end your run. Always keep moving, even if it's just a side-step, to reset the hidden 'idle' timer.
Disney and Hipster Whale team up to create Disney Crossy Road mobile game ... Disney and Hipster Whale have teamed up to create a Disney Crossy...
gamesbeat.com - Sat Aug 23 2025
Indie developer Hipster Whale has released a free demo for Crossy Road Castle, currently available on the Xbox.
Pixelkin - Sun Feb 23 2025
If you play games on your mobile phone, you might be familiar with Crossy Road, the endless arcade hopper created by developer Hipster Whale obviously...
MSN - Thu Oct 09 2025
This month, SpongeBob SquarePants makes a splash in Snake.io+ and Crossy Road Castle with special events available exclusively on Apple...
Apple - Tue Sep 23 2025
Mobile game companies SYBO and Hipster Whale, the studios behind Subway Surfers and Crossy Road, are partnering to merge the two universes.
The Toy Book - Fri May 23 2025
SYBO and Hipster Whale are partnering for the ultimate crossover, as they are merging the Subway Surfers and Crossy Road universes for a...
Bleeding Cool News - Fri May 23 2025
Subway Surfers developer Sybo has collaborated with Hipster Whale to merge its endless runner with Crossy Road for the first time.
PocketGamer.biz - Fri May 23 2025
Crossy Road, an 8-bit mobile game produced by Melbourne-based game developer Hipster Whale, was never meant to be taken too seriously.
The Sydney Morning Herald - Mon Dec 23 2024
We chatted with Matt Hall and Andy Sum, two members of the Australia-based three-man team about how they got started, what inspired them and what's next for...
Red Bull - Fri Sep 23 2016
Crossy Road has been well received and widely acclaimed for its addictive gameplay and considerate monetisation techniques. There is another way to free-to-...
www.thumbsticks.com - Tue Jun 23 2015
Collect 'Gifts' to unlock new characters. Selecting the 'Frankenstein' character turns the world dark with lightning flashes, while the 'Doge' character adds comic-sans text overlays to the screen.
Secret characters are unlocked through specific environmental interactions, like finding the 'Hipster Whale' floating in a river or reaching a high score with a specific animal.