Cliffhanger Sega CD box art

Sega CD · Action

Cliffhanger

Deep cut

SystemSega CD
GenreAction
DeveloperRockstar Lincoln
PublisherSony Imagesoft
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Released for the Sega CD, Cliffhanger is an action game developed by Rockstar Lincoln and published by Sony Imagesoft.

Among the 15 Sega CD action games in our database, it ranks #10 by legacy score.

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 Sega CD 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 gameplay screenshot on Sega CD
In-game screenshot (Sega CD)

Cliffhanger walkthroughs & guides

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Cliffhanger FAQ

Who made Cliffhanger?

It was developed by Rockstar Lincoln and published by Sony Imagesoft.

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.

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