Last Action Hero Game Boy box art

Game Boy · Beat 'em Up

Last Action Hero

SystemGame Boy
GenreBeat 'em Up
DeveloperBits Studios
PublisherSony Imagesoft
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by Bits Studios and published by Sony Imagesoft, Last Action Hero arrived on the Game Boy as a beat 'em up.

Bits Studios also made Spider-Man 3: Invasion of the Spider-Slayers, Alien 3 and Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves for the Game Boy.

Last Action Hero 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling

What playing Last Action Hero is like

Beat 'em ups send you down scrolling streets fighting waves of thugs with punches, kicks, throws and grabbed weapons. Most can be finished in a single sitting and shine with a second player.

Tip for newcomers: Avoid getting surrounded: keep enemies on one side of you and save your special attacks for crowds. Bring a friend if the game supports co-op.

Last Action Hero gameplay screenshot on Game Boy
In-game screenshot (Game Boy)

Last Action Hero cheats & codes

15 codes on file (GameShark, Other codes). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:

Infinite Lives010304C1
Infinite Energy01060CC1
Infinite Time01A906C1

See all Last Action Hero cheats

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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.

Last Action Hero FAQ

Who made Last Action Hero?

It was developed by Bits Studios and published by Sony Imagesoft.

Is Last Action Hero multiplayer?

Yes. Last Action Hero supports up to 2 players.

How long does Last Action Hero take to play?

As a beat 'em up, Last Action Hero typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

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