#cheatcodes — Public Fediverse posts

Today, Bo dug into the Sega Saturn port of Command & Conquer! Some of them are very useful, like skipping a mission or building structured you normally can't, plus he found hidden developer messages. Read about it in Under the Microscope:

https://www.segasaturnshiro.com/2026/07/06/under-the-microscope-command-conquer/

#sega #saturn #segasaturn #retrogaming #retrogames #videogames #セガ #セガサターン #RTS #cheatcodes

Today, Bo dug into the Sega Saturn port of Command & Conquer! Some of them are very useful, like skipping a mission or building structured you normally can't, plus he found hidden developer messages. Read about it in Under the Microscope:

https://www.segasaturnshiro.com/2026/07/06/under-the-microscope-command-conquer/

#sega #saturn #segasaturn #retrogaming #retrogames #videogames #セガ #セガサターン #RTS #cheatcodes

Free Fire MAX redeem codes for May 11 are now live, offering players a chance to claim free rewards, weapon skins, outfits and even diamonds. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/technology/free-fire-max-redeem-codes-may-11-2026-ey07bza0?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #FreeFireMAX #redeemcodes #May11 #live #CheatCodes

Claim your Free Fire MAX rewards for May 7. Use these active redeem codes to unlock diamonds, weapon skins, and outfits. Redeem them now before they expire! https://english.mathrubhumi.com/technology/free-fire-max-redeem-codes-may-7-a6gk8z0r?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #FreeFireMAX #May7 #redeemcodes #CheatCodes #FreeFireCodes

After an "unreasonable" amount of time digging through MechWarrior 2, Bo Bayles discovered two previously unknown cheat codes for unlimited jump jets and an on-screen compass! See how he did it and a list of all the Saturn game's cheats:

https://www.segasaturnshiro.com/2026/05/04/under-the-microscope-mechwarrior-2-31st-century-combat/

#sega #saturn #segasaturn #retrogaming #retrogames #videogames #セガ #セガサターン #cheatcodes

After an "unreasonable" amount of time digging through MechWarrior 2, Bo Bayles discovered two previously unknown cheat codes for unlimited jump jets and an on-screen compass! See how he did it and a list of all the Saturn game's cheats:

https://www.segasaturnshiro.com/2026/05/04/under-the-microscope-mechwarrior-2-31st-century-combat/

#sega #saturn #segasaturn #retrogaming #retrogames #videogames #セガ #セガサターン #cheatcodes

The Secret Language of Cheat Codes That Changed Gaming Forever

Dear Cherubs, video games have always had a secret second language—made of button sequences, weird words, and codes that turned frustration into instant chaos. If you thought cheats were just harmless fun, you’re correct… but also missing how deeply they shaped gaming culture.

Back in the early console days, cheat codes weren’t hidden because developers hated you. They were hidden because testing games without losing your mind was… difficult. Enter the now-legendary Konami Code: up, up, down, down, left, right, left, right, B, A. First popularised in Contra, it gave players extra lives and a fighting chance against what can only be described as pixelated suffering. According to gaming history records such as those documented by Wikipedia, it didn’t stay in one game for long—it escaped into pop culture entirely.

And once the idea of breaking games became normal, things escalated quickly.

THE CHEAT CODE GOLD RUSH

Doom didn’t just have cheat codes—it had divine intervention typed on a keyboard. “IDDQD” made you invincible, while “IDKFA” handed you every weapon like the game suddenly gave up arguing with you. Around the same era, Mortal Kombat on Sega Genesis used the infamous “ABACABB” code to unlock full blood effects, a detail often cited in discussions about early 90s gaming censorship battles.

Meanwhile, Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas basically said, “why respect physics at all?” Spawn tanks, infinite ammo, chaotic weather shifts—cheats weren’t just tools, they were personality settings. Players weren’t completing the game; they were conducting experiments in digital lawlessness.

Then Pokémon Red and Blue quietly dropped MissingNo., a glitch that duplicated items and bent the game’s logic until it started looking nervous. Widely documented in gaming archives and community reports, it became one of the most famous unintended “features” ever discovered. A bug so iconic it refused to be fixed into obscurity.

WHEN GAMES STOPPED PLAYING FAIR

Not all cheats were about power fantasies. The Sims gave us “rosebud,” turning survival stress into interior design therapy. GoldenEye 007 turned cheats into party tricks—big head mode, paintball visuals, and multiplayer chaos that made nobody trust anyone ever again.

What makes all of this interesting is how cheats weren’t just shortcuts. They were hidden design layers—sometimes intentional, sometimes accidental, but always revealing how games actually worked under the surface.

Today, cheats still exist, but they’ve evolved into mods, exploits, and speedrunning techniques. The difference is simple: old cheat codes were invited into the game. Modern ones often feel like they broke in through the window and are now rearranging the furniture.

And maybe that’s why they’re remembered so fondly. They didn’t just help players win—they let them rewrite the rules entirely.

Sources:
Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Konami_Code
Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Contra_(video_game)
Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doom_(1993_video_game)
Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mortal_Kombat_(1992_video_game)
Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grand_Theft_Auto:_San_Andreas
Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MissingNo.
Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Sims_(video_game)
Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GoldenEye_007

The Secret Language of Cheat Codes That Changed Gaming Forever

Dear Cherubs, video games have always had a secret second language—made of button sequences, weird words, and codes that turned frustration into instant chaos. If you thought cheats were just harmless fun, you’re correct… but also missing how deeply they shaped gaming culture.

Back in the early console days, cheat codes weren’t hidden because developers hated you. They were hidden because testing games without losing your mind was… difficult. Enter the now-legendary Konami Code: up, up, down, down, left, right, left, right, B, A. First popularised in Contra, it gave players extra lives and a fighting chance against what can only be described as pixelated suffering. According to gaming history records such as those documented by Wikipedia, it didn’t stay in one game for long—it escaped into pop culture entirely.

And once the idea of breaking games became normal, things escalated quickly.

THE CHEAT CODE GOLD RUSH

Doom didn’t just have cheat codes—it had divine intervention typed on a keyboard. “IDDQD” made you invincible, while “IDKFA” handed you every weapon like the game suddenly gave up arguing with you. Around the same era, Mortal Kombat on Sega Genesis used the infamous “ABACABB” code to unlock full blood effects, a detail often cited in discussions about early 90s gaming censorship battles.

Meanwhile, Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas basically said, “why respect physics at all?” Spawn tanks, infinite ammo, chaotic weather shifts—cheats weren’t just tools, they were personality settings. Players weren’t completing the game; they were conducting experiments in digital lawlessness.

Then Pokémon Red and Blue quietly dropped MissingNo., a glitch that duplicated items and bent the game’s logic until it started looking nervous. Widely documented in gaming archives and community reports, it became one of the most famous unintended “features” ever discovered. A bug so iconic it refused to be fixed into obscurity.

WHEN GAMES STOPPED PLAYING FAIR

Not all cheats were about power fantasies. The Sims gave us “rosebud,” turning survival stress into interior design therapy. GoldenEye 007 turned cheats into party tricks—big head mode, paintball visuals, and multiplayer chaos that made nobody trust anyone ever again.

What makes all of this interesting is how cheats weren’t just shortcuts. They were hidden design layers—sometimes intentional, sometimes accidental, but always revealing how games actually worked under the surface.

Today, cheats still exist, but they’ve evolved into mods, exploits, and speedrunning techniques. The difference is simple: old cheat codes were invited into the game. Modern ones often feel like they broke in through the window and are now rearranging the furniture.

And maybe that’s why they’re remembered so fondly. They didn’t just help players win—they let them rewrite the rules entirely.

Sources:
Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Konami_Code
Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Contra_(video_game)
Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doom_(1993_video_game)
Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mortal_Kombat_(1992_video_game)
Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grand_Theft_Auto:_San_Andreas
Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MissingNo.
Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Sims_(video_game)
Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GoldenEye_007

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Claim your Free Fire MAX redeem codes for March 23, 2026. Get rare skins, diamonds, and emotes for free. Follow our step-by-step guide to redeem now! https://english.mathrubhumi.com/technology/free-fire-max-redeem-codes-march-23-2026-c5sa74un?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #FreeFire #FreeFireMax #RedeemCodes #CheatCodes #Gaming

1989 Fusion Video: Unlock NES Secrets & Strategies!

Before the internet, gamers relied on tapes like 1989's Fusion Video to master their favorite NES titles! This videocassette offered over 20 game secrets, from Double Dragon to Contra.

#blastfromtheads #fusionvideo #secretsandstrategies #nintendovideocassette #cheatcodes #nes #80s #retrogaming #vintagegaming #vhs #doubledragon #contra #metalgear #simonsquest #blastermaster #gaminghistory #videoguidetapes #fusionindustries

ICYMI: Gameshark Cheat Code Compendium Goes Live On Kickstarter https://popgeeks.com/gameshark-cheat-code-compendium-goes-live-on-kickstarter/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #Gameshark #CheatCodes #Kickstarter #VideoGames #RetroGaming

Gameshark Cheat Code Compendium Goes Live On Kickstarter https://popgeeks.com/gameshark-cheat-code-compendium-goes-live-on-kickstarter/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #Gameshark #CheatCodes #Kickstarter #VideoGames #GamingCommunity

13 cheat codes for adulting that people say they wish they had learned sooner

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.upworthy.com/adulting-cheat-codes

“YES”, the first cheat code.

Is this blog post worth $3.50 to you?

https://chasingdings.com/2025/03/05/yes-the-first-cheat-code/

#Adventure #RPG #TextAdventureGame #CheatCodes #cheating

30 #LifeHacks That Feel Like #RealLife #CheatCodes

https://pleated-jeans.com/2025/02/15/life-hacks-real-life-cheat-codes-reddit/

Unlock hidden features in Kingdom Come: Deliverance with console commands and cheat codes! 🎮💥 Get access to secret powers and enhance your gameplay. Ready to take control? Discover how here! ⬇️ #KCD #KingdomComeDeliverance #GamingTips #CheatCodes

https://pupuweb.com/how-to-unlock-hidden-features-in-kingdom-come-deliverance-2-with-console-commands-and-cheat-codes/

Strap into your tank, it's time for a whole arsenal of BattleSport cheat codes! Bo Bayles even found some previously unknown ones for this 1997 Sega Saturn soccer-ish shooter — check it out:

https://www.segasaturnshiro.com/2025/01/30/under-the-microscope-battlesport/

#sega #saturn #segasaturn #retrogaming #retrogames #videogames #cheatcodes

"The Way It Is" by Cheat Codes x Two Friends comes in at number 61 on KNHC's Top 89 Hit Election of 2024.

#Music, #CheatCodes, #TwoFriends, #KNHC, #HitElection

🎮 Sony perde contro Action Replay! I cheat continueranno a dominare! #GamerNews #CheatCodes

🔗 https://www.tomshw.it/videogioco/sony-perde-la-causa-contro-action-replay-lunga-vita-ai-cheat-2024-10-18

👾 I found some #retro #GameShark books. Anyone remember using these code books? lol.

#game #shark #cheats #cheatcode #cheatcodes #Nintend #sega #playstation #retrogaming #retrogames #collection #90s

👾 I found some #retro #GameShark books. Anyone remember using these code books? lol.

#game #shark #cheats #cheatcode #cheatcodes #Nintend #sega #playstation #retrogaming #retrogames #collection #90s

The wife and I are playing through Lego Harry Potter on the Xbox Series X.

We have turned on "carrot wands" cheat and have no plans to turn it back off.

#legogames #harrypotter #cheatcodes

The wife and I are playing through Lego Harry Potter on the Xbox Series X.

We have turned on "carrot wands" cheat and have no plans to turn it back off.

#legogames #harrypotter #cheatcodes

Cheat Codes ger oss en ny klubbhit tillsammans med Regard i form av låten Stay another night. Dansa dig till bloggen och lyssna.

#Club #Pop #Musik #CheatCodes

https://popmuzik.se/169963/cheat-codes-regard-stay-another-night/

I posted a review of "Head Up," a collaboration between Cheat Codes and Birdy, to AeschTunes.

Song Review: Cheat Codes featuring Birdy - "Head Up" https://aeschtunes.com/2024/02/23/song-review-cheat-codes-featuring-birdy-head-up/ #2020s, #2020sMusic, #Birdy, #CheatCodes, #DanceMusic, #ElectronicMusic, #Music, #MusicReview, #AeschTunes

I posted a review of "Head Up," a collaboration between Cheat Codes and Birdy, to AeschTunes.

Song Review: Cheat Codes featuring Birdy - "Head Up" https://aeschtunes.com/2024/02/23/song-review-cheat-codes-featuring-birdy-head-up/ #2020s, #2020sMusic, #Birdy, #CheatCodes, #DanceMusic, #ElectronicMusic, #Music, #MusicReview, #AeschTunes

I posted a review of Cheat Chodes & Sam Feldt's "You Don't Even Know Me" to AeschTunes:

Song Review: Cheat Codes & Sam Feldt - "You Don't Even Know Me" https://aeschtunes.com/2023/12/15/song-review-cheat-codes-sam-feldt-you-dont-even-know-me/ #2020s, #2020sMusic, #CheatCodes, #DanceMusic, #ElectronicMusic, #Music, #MusicReview, #SamFeldt, #AeschTunes

I posted a review of Cheat Chodes & Sam Feldt's "You Don't Even Know Me" to AeschTunes:

Song Review: Cheat Codes & Sam Feldt - "You Don't Even Know Me" https://aeschtunes.com/2023/12/15/song-review-cheat-codes-sam-feldt-you-dont-even-know-me/ #2020s, #2020sMusic, #CheatCodes, #DanceMusic, #ElectronicMusic, #Music, #MusicReview, #SamFeldt, #AeschTunes

Who had one? 🖐️
1990 Game Genie by Galoob.
.
#Gamer #Games #CheatCodes #VideoGames #Advertisement #Ephemera #Retro #Vintage #90s

Who had one? 🖐️
1990 Game Genie by Galoob.
.
#Gamer #Games #CheatCodes #VideoGames #Advertisement #Ephemera #Retro #Vintage #90s

@franklinlopez You heard the #BlackThought #CheatCodes album? Or his new single with #ElMichelsAffair?

@franklinlopez You heard the #BlackThought #CheatCodes album? Or his new single with #ElMichelsAffair?

There's been a lot of love for the #BlackThought #CheatCodes album on here, but here's a lesser known solo joint he dropped back in 2000. Was lucky enough to pick up the 12" when it came out. Think a solo album was supposed to drop, but never materialised... #HipHop #Rap #Hardware

https://youtu.be/IhrUz8ILpHc

@marcopres I mentioned on APT 5B Podcast that I believe that when all is said and done Cheat Codes may be Black Thought’s Solo Classic album.
I really hope he does another’s project with Danger Mouse cause they really caught lightning in a bottle with this!
#CheatCodes #Top10

New #CriticalMassDub playlist dropped!

🎙️ https://deezer.page.link/C4oAHQankRBctMPZ9

🗓️ This Friday, 25 Nov @ 6pm
🌍 opp. the Hugh Lane Gallery

@IBIKEDublin x @monthlycycles

Expect tunes from:

#Romy
#CheatCodes
#CharliXCX
#LPGiobbi
#BeckyHill
#DuaLipa
#Beyonce
& more

See ya there!
🚲🎧🚲

#IBikeBop
#MonthlyCyclers
#CriticalMass
#Dublin
#Cycling

28 years later, Super Punch-Out!!’s 2-player mode has been discovered - Enlarge / Up until today, Nintendo had never announced a two-player mod... - https://arstechnica.com/?p=1872210 #superpunch-out!! #gaming&culture #supernintendo #punch-out!! #cheatcodes #nintendo