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Cliffhanger came out on the Sega Genesis in 1993, published by Sony Imagesoft. It was one of those movie tie-in games that tried to capture the feel of the action film, with all the limitations and ambitions typical of the era. You don't see many games like it now, but back then it was a straightforward attempt to bring a blockbuster to the 16-bit console.

You control Gabe Walker, a mountain rescue expert, navigating through treacherous snowy environments. The main goal is to stop a group of thieves who have stolen millions from the U.S. Treasury. You move screen by screen, engaging in hand-to-hand combat with enemies, climbing icy surfaces, and avoiding environmental hazards like falling rocks and sudden avalanches. The pacing is relentless, and the difficulty can be unforgiving, with precise timing needed for jumps and attacks. It feels like a constant struggle against both the enemies and the mountain itself.