Flashback Classic
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action
Cliffhanger
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Malibu Games |
| Publisher | Sony |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Developed by Malibu Games and published by Sony, Cliffhanger arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993 as an action game.
It landed about 4 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1993 include Mortal Kombat, Flashback and Sonic the Hedgehog Spinball.
Malibu Games also made 3 Ninjas Kick Back, Batman Returns and Ex-Mutants for the Genesis.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
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 cheats & codes
26 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Untouchable (Character Flashing) | FF04E0:0C |
|---|---|
| Infinite Health | FF00B9:38 |
| Infinite Lives | FF00BE:09 |
| Always Have Knife | FF237E:01 |
| Level Modifier | FF0107::XX |
| No Health Enemies | FF178A:00
FF178C:00
FF178E:00 |
Cliffhanger walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Cliffhanger.
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Playing Genesis games today
Genesis games are fast and immediate, and many are made for two players. Official collections and Nintendo Switch Online carry a big slice of the library, and Rec0m88 can run your own Genesis backups with online netplay.
Cliffhanger FAQ
When did Cliffhanger come out on the Genesis?
Cliffhanger was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.
Who made Cliffhanger?
It was developed by Malibu Games and published by Sony.
Is Cliffhanger multiplayer?
No. Cliffhanger is a single-player game.
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.