This hidden trick lets you unlock the cheat menu in Terminator 2D: No Fate and makes the game significantly easier.
Terminator 2D: No Fate channels pure ’90s retro charm not only through its pixel art and arcade-style gameplay—its cheats are a throwback as well, recalling a time when secret codes and hidden menus expanded the experience. And yes, the game really does include a concealed cheat menu, unlocked by entering a specific button sequence. We’ll show you how to activate access and what options await you once you’re in.
Important Notes on Using Cheats
The cheat menu in Terminator 2D: No Fate is disabled by default and must be deliberately unlocked. Normally, this requires finishing the game once on the highest difficulty setting. With the secret button input, however, you can unlock it immediately.
Access is only temporary—after restarting the game, the menu will automatically be locked again. Keep in mind that using cheats significantly alters the intended gameplay experience.
How to Activate the Secret Cheat Menu
Accessing the cheat menu is an intentional secret left by the developers. You unlock it through a simple—but unusual—action:
- Open Options from the main menu.
- Navigate to Accessibility.
- Select the CRT Shader option.
- Quickly toggle the CRT Shader on and off multiple times by repeatedly pressing left and right.
- After a few seconds, a female voice will say “Access Granted.”
- The cheat menu will now appear and can be accessed from the Options menu.
This trick works with mouse and keyboard as well as with a controller on PC—and on all other platforms where the game is available.
Terminator 2D: No Fate – Cheats Available in the Secret Menu
Once unlocked, the cheat menu offers several options that let you dramatically alter the game. These cheats are primarily aimed at players who struggle with the high difficulty level or want to replay specific scenes.
| Effect | Description |
|---|---|
| Infinite Continues | You can keep playing after death without limits—perfect for pushing through tough sections. |
| Infinite Health | You become invincible and can no longer be harmed by enemies. |
| Infinite Pipe Bombs | Your explosive throwable never runs out. |
| Infinite Time | All time limits in levels are removed. |
