Super Nintendo · Action / Beat 'em Up
Last Action Hero
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Action, Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | Bits Studios |
| Publisher | Sony Imagesoft |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Released for the Super Nintendo in 1993, Last Action Hero is an action game developed by Bits Studios and published by Sony Imagesoft. It blends action and beat 'em up elements.
It landed about 2 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1993 include Super Mario All-Stars, Secret of Mana and The Lost Vikings.
Bits Studios also made Wolverine: Adamantium Rage, GunForce and No Escape for the SNES.
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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
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
21 codes on file (Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Pro Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | C2A0-1D6D |
|---|---|
| Infinite Time | C2BF-1FAF |
| Infinite Lives | A2CB-4FAF |
| Invincibility | 62AF-140D |
| Infinite Time | 7E031559 |
| Infinite Lives | 7E031604 |
Last Action Hero walkthroughs & guides
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Playing SNES games today
The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.
Last Action Hero FAQ
When did Last Action Hero come out on the SNES?
Last Action Hero was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993.
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 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.