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Cliffhanger hits different when it boots instantly in your browser. Released in 1993 on the Super Nintendo, this retro classic from Sony Imagesoft, Psygnosis (Amiga) Virgin Games, Infogrames is ready the second you press start — no downloads, no setup.
Two beat 'em up platform video games based on the film Cliffhanger (1993) were released in 1993. Sony Imagesoft published all except the Amiga version, which was published by Psygnosis.
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| Action | Keyboard | Controller |
|---|---|---|
| D-Pad Up | ↑ | D-Pad up |
| D-Pad Down | ↓ | D-Pad down |
| D-Pad Left | ← | D-Pad left |
| D-Pad Right | → | D-Pad right |
| B (bottom) | X | Bottom face |
| A (right) | Z | Right face |
| Y (left) | S | Left face |
| X (top) | A | Top face |
| L | Q | Left shoulder |
| R | E | Right shoulder |
| Start | Enter | Start |
| Select | V | Select |
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The Story Behind Cliffhanger
Gabe must then set out and retrieve the money in order to save Hal. The terrorists survive and send out a distress signal, to which the main character, Gabe, responds. One was developed by Spidersoft for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), Game Boy, Game Gear and Amiga.
A plane filled with terrorists attempting to steal money from a treasury plane while airborne is shot down by an FBI plane. Two beat 'em up platform video games based on the film Cliffhanger (1993) were released in 1993. Otherwise the gameplay on the 16-Bit systems is the same across the board.
How Cliffhanger Plays
However, Gabe does not know that the mayday signal is coming from a group of terrorists, and after reaching them, the terrorists capture Gabe's partner, Hal, and hold him hostage. There are major gameplay differences between the Spidersoft versions (largely released on 8-bit consoles like the NES and the Game Boy, but also the Amiga port) and the Malibu Interactive versions (largely released on 16-bit consoles). The Sega CD version contains a 3D snowboarding sequence where the player has to escape from an avalanche.
Otherwise the gameplay on the 16-Bit systems is the same across the board. One was developed by Spidersoft for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), Game Boy, Game Gear and Amiga. In some versions of the game the player can also collect money bags scattered throughout the levels to increase their game score, up to the possible maximum of 958845.
Why Players Still Load It Up
In December 2012 programmer Chris Shrigley, who worked on the Sega Genesis version, released the source code for educational purposes to the public. In their review of the Super NES version, Electronic Gaming Monthly deemed the game a poor Double Dragon clone, citing a lack of originality, poor controls, tiresome gameplay, and below average graphics. In a retrospective review of the NES version AllGame editor Christopher Michael Baker was heavily critical of the game, calling it "one of the worst gaming experiences you'll ever encounter on any system".
Gabe must then set out and retrieve the money in order to save Hal. The Genesis/Mega Drive, SNES and Sega CD versions are almost identical and feature gameplay similar to street brawlers like Double Dragon and Final Fight. A plane filled with terrorists attempting to steal money from a treasury plane while airborne is shot down by an FBI plane.
Cliffhanger — Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a controller to play Cliffhanger?
No. Keyboard controls work out of the box (see the controls panel), and any USB or Bluetooth gamepad is detected automatically.
Who developed Cliffhanger?
Development was handled by Spidersoft (NES, Game Boy, Game Gear, Amiga), Malibu Interactive, with Sony Imagesoft, Psygnosis (Amiga) Virgin Games, Infogrames publishing the release.
Where can I buy the original Cliffhanger?
See the "Other Places You Can Get This Game" section below the article for legitimate places to buy real-world versions.
What console was Cliffhanger released on?
Sony Imagesoft, Psygnosis (Amiga) Virgin Games, Infogrames shipped Cliffhanger for the Super Nintendo back in 1993, and this page runs that release.