Cliffridge vs Elevator Action

Cliffhanger is a classic 1993 side‑scrolling beat ’em up based on the Stallone film. Players control Sly as he scales cliffs, dodges avalanches, and fights armed crooks while hunting stolen cash hidden in the mountains. The game mixes traditional hand‑to‑hand combat with occasional snow‑boarding sections on the Sega CD version, and features animated cutscenes that follow the movie’s plot. The combat system follows the Final Fight formula but with a limited move set and less precise hits. Levels alternate between natural hazards—such as scaling cliffs or leaping gaps—and locked‑screen fighting segments, delivering a varied but challenging arcade experience.

Elevator Action puts you in the shoes of a secret agent infiltrating a high‑rise building filled with elevators, enemy agents, and hidden documents. Navigate 30 floors, collect all the intel, and escape while battling foes in fast‑paced, 2D action that blends shooting, platforming, and stealth. The game features simple 4‑way joystick controls, a shoot button and a jump/kick button, and supports two players alternating turns. Originally released as an upright arcade cabinet, it remains a beloved retro title celebrated for its puzzle‑like elevator navigation and tense combat.

• Authentic movie adaptation with recognizable scenes
• Mix of platforming and brawler gameplay keeps pacing varied
• Co‑op mode adds replay value
• Simple controls are easy to pick up

• Simple yet deep gameplay
• Iconic retro graphics and sound
• Two‑player alternating mode adds replay value
• Strategic elevator navigation adds puzzle element

• Limited move set compared to contemporaries
• Hit detection can feel imprecise
• Graphics and sound are dated by modern standards

• Limited control scheme may feel dated
• No online multiplayer or leaderboards
• Graphics are low‑resolution by modern standards