The konami code is one of the oldest cheat codes in existence and originally appeared in video games released by Konami. It made its first appearance in 1986 and has been implemented in many non-konami games since then. Also known as the contra code, the contra command and the 30 lives code, this code unlocks unique features in the games that recognize it. It's a simple code that consists of pressing the sequence up, up, down, down, left, right, left, right, b, a, and start on the keyboard. Many variations of the konami code have also become popular over time.
Known in Japan as the konami command, it was first seen in the scrolling spaceflight shooter game called Gradius that was released on the Nintendo Entertainment System. Kazuhisa Hashimoto, the game's developer, wrote the code when working on the game because he found the game play quite difficult. He incorporated the code after testing it and the game went into commercial production. When used in Gradius, the player could unlock a set of power ups that they otherwise would only gain slowly through game play. When the code was entered backward, it gave the player 30 more lives, and these combined features skyrocketed the popularity of this game.
Metroid's 'Justin Bailey' code. Metroid’s infamous “Justin Bailey” code is still a bit of an enigma. Up-Up-Down-Down-Left-Right-Left-Right B, A, Start. In the 80s, Konami of America and Japan released many games for the Nintendo Entertainment System. Traditionally, programmers would program in hidden 'cheat codes' to help make gameplay easier, which aided especially during late testing periods before commercial launch. — Konami (@Konami) February 26, 2020 Hashimoto first implemented the cheat code while testing the home port of the arcade game Gradius for the Nintendo Entertainment System, as a way to deal with. The Sims contains an extensive list of cheat codes such as the “moveobjects on” that people used to delete the shower while the Sims were having a shower in order to see them naked. It is funny how this and removing the ladder from the swimming pool are the things we enjoyed the most. People are strange. More Sims codes #1: The Konami Code.
Gamers in North America caught on to the use of the konami code with the hit game Contra, which continues to be quite a popular video game. Entering the code in Contra gives players 30 more lives similar to entering it reversed in Gradius. Players who discovered and shared it started calling it the contra code, and the name stuck. While there have been more than 100 konami games that used the code and many non-konami ones that recognize it, it is still known as the contra code. The code has become an iconic symbol of gaming culture, with it being printed on T-shirts and other items.
Kazuhisa Hashimoto, the video game maker who created the most famous cheat code in video games – the 'Konami Code' – has died. The series of button pushes on a controller – Up, Up, Down.
The konami code is used by many web developers to unlock cool Easter eggs or bonus features on their websites. It involves incorporating a piece of code into the script of the site, and any user who enters the code is surprised with a secret feature. Entering the konami code in a browser window may result in the user being redirected to a new page or hearing a piece of music.
Other features that can be unlocked include images being displayed, an alert box, or text being replaced or flipped. Some websites use the code short term as a gag. Some of the funniest examples include ESPN using the konami code at one time to display rainbows and unicorns on their website and Newsweek changing the headlines on the page to news of a zombie attack.
Up Up Down Down Left Right Left Right B A. If you correctly identified that combination as the Konami Code, congratulations on your wonderful geekiness. We applaud you.
Originally a cheat code for power-ups in the NES 1985 arcade game Gradius, the Konami Code has become a symbol in geek culture, and has achieved success as an Easter egg on various websites. Thrown in by sneaky developers as a way to access extra content, games or just something fun, Konami Code Easter eggs have been found on Facebook, Marvel, ESPN.com and, most recently, Vogue UK's website.
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Don't know how to do it? No sweat. We'll walk you through a practice round. Head to Vogue UK's homepage. Then, enter the following combination with your keyboard's arrow keys:
Clever girl. Now try it on the 20 sites in the list below.
Still want more? Check out KonamiCodeSites.com for a list of all known sites with a Konami Code Easter egg. Be sure to let us know which is your favorite in the comments.
1. Zeno.name
Is it an accusation, or a call to action?
2. Mint: Designologue.com
Type the code and press enter for a new virtual friend.
3. AIM Express
There's really no other reason to go on AIM Express. Sign in, click the box at the top left, type the code and press enter.
4. GeekandHype.com
5. Cornify.com
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Make the Internet a magical place. After you type the code, keep pressing enter.
6. Soundclick.com
For a surprise fit for Ron Swanson.
7. Eren Emre
Google isn't the only one to master this trick.
8. DangoDesign.net
Discover a throwback cutscene.
9. Kuppiya.com
Get goosed.
10. Dancesportifno.net
Your boss will never know.
11. Plurk.com
Try typing the code on anyone's profile page.
12. Bandit.Co.Nz
Sometimes, you have to know where to look for warning signs. Type the code and press enter.
13. CSSLine.com
So you can find ALL THE KONAMI CODES!
14. ElliotKember.com
Just in case your boss does find out about your AIM trick.
15. NikDaum.com
For secret awesomeness.
16. Shirtoid.com
Aliens are the new black.
17. Teddy-O-Ted.com
Because your Konami hunting skills deserve a prize.
18. UseTrackThis.com
It's healthy to laugh at yourself.
19. Kahale.net
For a friend who appreciates your geekiness.
20. Digg.com
You really should have seen this one coming.
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