Konami Code

Definition

A classic cheat code sequence from arcade games (up, up, down, down, left, right, left, right, B, A) that developers occasionally sneak into modern games for hidden Easter eggs. It's a nostalgic nod to gaming history.

Example Usage

I was bored with Silent Hill 3 until I remembered the Konami Code and unlocked the secret mode.

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Konami%20Code&defid=651950)

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