The secret sequence that defined a generation of gaming
In short: Most people know the famous button sequence that grants extra lives, but few know its origins. This video explores the history of the Konami Code and how it became one of the most enduring Easter eggs in digital history.
The Konami Code is a specific series of directional inputs and button presses that provides players with power-ups or bonuses in various Konami titles.
It is also frequently referred to as the Konami Command or the Contra Command. The sequence has persisted for decades as a staple of video game culture.
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