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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Platformer
Last Action Hero
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | Teeny Weeny Games |
| Publisher | Sony Imagesoft |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Developed by Teeny Weeny Games and published by Sony Imagesoft, Last Action Hero arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1993 as an action game. It blends action and platformer elements.
It landed about 8 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1993 include Kirby's Adventure, Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers 2 and DuckTales 2.
Last Action Hero is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Last Action Hero 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.
Last Action Hero cheats & codes
53 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With 1 Life | AAUVSTLA |
|---|---|
| Start With 7 Lives | TAUVSTLA |
| Start With 10 Lives | PAUVSTLE |
| Continue With 1 Life | AASTAILA |
| Continue With 2 Lives | PASTAILA |
| Continue With 3 Lives | ZASTAILA |
Last Action Hero walkthroughs & guides
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Last Action Hero FAQ
When did Last Action Hero come out on the NES?
Last Action Hero was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1993.
Who made Last Action Hero?
It was developed by Teeny Weeny Games and published by Sony Imagesoft.
Is Last Action Hero multiplayer?
No. Last Action Hero is a single-player game.
How long does Last Action Hero take to play?
As an action game, Last Action Hero 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 Last Action Hero 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.