Cliffhanger Game Boy box art

Game Boy · Action / Platformer

Cliffhanger

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SystemGame Boy
GenreAction, Platformer
DeveloperMalibu Games
PublisherSony Electronic Publishing
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the Game Boy, Cliffhanger is an action game developed by Malibu Games and published by Sony Electronic Publishing. It blends action and platformer elements.

Malibu Games also made NHL Hockey 95 for the Game Boy.

Cliffhanger supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Cliffhanger is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Cliffhanger gameplay screenshot on Game Boy
In-game screenshot (Game Boy)

Cliffhanger cheats & codes

5 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:

Infinite Lives0109D7DA
Infinite Energy0110D6DA
Invincibility01021ADB
Start With 9 Lives092-71E-E62
Infinite HealthC98-1FE-3BE

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Cliffhanger walkthroughs & guides

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Playing Game Boy games today

Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.

Cliffhanger FAQ

Who made Cliffhanger?

It was developed by Malibu Games and published by Sony Electronic Publishing.

Is Cliffhanger multiplayer?

Yes. Cliffhanger supports up to 2 players.

How long does Cliffhanger take to play?

As an action game, Cliffhanger typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Cliffhanger on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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