Digital Devil Story: Megami Tensei Cheats & Cheat Codes

Digital Devil Story: Megami Tensei is a classic role-playing video game, released for Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987. It introduces players to a world where high school students, Akemi Nakajima and Yumiko Shirasagi, face off against demonic forces. This game, developed by Atlus and published by Namco, is the first in the iconic Megami Tensei series. A separate version for PC was also released, offering slightly different gameplay. These games draw inspiration from a trilogy of science fantasy novels by the same name. Let’s dive into the world of Digital Devil Story: Megami Tensei and the cheats it has in store for players.

Digital Devil Story: Megami Tensei Premise

In Digital Devil Story: Megami Tensei, players delve into a gripping narrative where Nakajima, a talented student, creates a program capable of summoning demons. This tool is initially aimed at personal revenge but spirals out of control. This results in opening the floodgates to a demonic invasion led by Lucifer himself. Players must strategically manage their party, consisting of Nakajima, Yumiko, and allied demons, to explore the dungeons and defeat Lucifer and his generals.

The title is divided into two separate games, one for NES and another for the PC. The former emphasizes first-person dungeon exploration and turn-based combat, while the latter version offers a top-down action RPG experience. Both versions feature the same storyline inspired by the novels. They also both challenge players to navigate through a demon-infested world, engaging in battles or negotiations to thwart Lucifer’s plans.

In fact, the negotiation mechanic was groundbreaking at the time of the release on NES, which left a lasting impression on the series and JRPGs in general. These features have since become staples in the series with Atlas leaning heavily on new, innovative mechanics. 

Digital Devil Story: Megami Tensei Characters

In this Megami Tensei game, players follow the story of Akemi Nakajima and Yumiko Shirasagi, high school students who battle demons. Nakajima is a computer genius who accidentally unleashes the forces of Lucifer, and Yumiko is his supportive classmate with her own secret powers. Along their journey, they encounter various demons and allies. The game focuses heavily on story-telling, which brings the characters to the forefront of the gameplay. The intricate narrative includes twists and turns, revealing more about the complex characters and their backstories as players unveil more of the story.

Main Characters

• Akemi Nakajima: The main protagonist of the game. He is a high school student who is skilled in computer programming. Akemi creates a program that summons demons into the world, leading to the game’s events.
• Yumiko Shirasagi: Nakajima’s classmate and the reincarnation of the goddess Izanami. She joins Nakajima in his quest to combat the demonic invasion, led by Lucifer.
• Izanagi: A deity from Japanese mythology who plays a background role, connected to Nakajima’s destiny. The main protagonist of the game, Akemi Nakajima, is the reincarnation of Izanagi. After summoning Loki, Akemi begins to experience visions of his previous life as Izanagi. 
• Izanami: A goddess from Japanese mythology, Izanami connected to Yumiko and her powers. In addition to Digital Devil Story: Megami Tensei she plays a significant role across various games in the series.
• Yomotsu-Shikome: A demon who protects Izanami. This guardian demon protects the tomb of Izanami even to the degree that it almost kills Akemi.
• Cerberus: This beast from Greek mythology is a loyal demonic ally to Akemi Nakajima. This guardian hound is summoned by Akemi after Loki breaks free.

Enemies

• Lucifer: The main antagonist of the game, leading the demonic forces against humanity. He has captured Izanami, which leads the protagonists on a journey to save the goddess and foil Lucifer’s plans.
• Set: A demon god resurrected by Lucifer to aid in the invasion of the human world.
• Loki: Loki is a powerful demon from Norse mythology. He is initially summoned by Akemi to get revenge on his schoolmates. However, he is one of the generals of Lucifer and a dangerous presence.
• Set: Also known as Seth, is another one of Lucifer’s generals. He only appears in the game briefly but becomes an important character in later games.
• Ohara: She is one of the antagonists in the series. Ohara is a teacher at Akemi’s Jusho High School, who becomes a slave to the demons. 

Games in the Series

Digital Devil Story: Megami Tensei pioneered a franchise that became known for its complex narratives and innovative gameplay. The series explores themes of philosophy, religion, mythology, and technology. The main characters are often young people, like high school students, confronting both inner demons and supernatural forces invading the real world. 

The game series started with Digital Devil Story: Megami Tensei in the late 1980s and games have been released all the way up until today. The Megami Tensei has split into various different subseries, including the Persona series and Devil Summoner games among other spin-offs. The latest iteration of the franchise is Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance in the core series.

Main Series

• Digital Devil Story: Megami Tensei (1987)
• Digital Devil Story: Megami Tensei II (1990)
• Shin Megami Tensei (1992)
• Shin Megami Tensei II (1994)
• Shin Megami Tensei If… (1994)
• Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne (2003)
• Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey (2009)
• Shin Megami Tensei IV (2013)
• Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse (2016)
• Shin Megami Tensei V (2021)
• Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance (2024)

Persona Series

• Revelations: Persona (1996)
• Persona 2: Innocent Sin (1999)
• Persona 2: Eternal Punishment (2000)
• Persona 3 (2006)
• Persona 4 (2008)
• Persona 5 (2016)
• Persona 5 Royal (2019)

Devil Summoner

• Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner (1995)
• Devil Summoner: Soul Hackers (1997)
• Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. The Soulless Army (2006)
• Devil Summoner 2: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. King Abaddon (2008)

Digital Devil Saga

• Shin Megami Tensei: Digital Devil Saga (2004)
• Shin Megami Tensei: Digital Devil Saga 2 (2005)

Other Spin-offs and Series

• Majin Tensei (1994)
• Majin Tensei II: Spiral Nemesis (1995)
• Tokyo Mirage Sessions ♯FE (2015)
• Jack Bros. (1995)

Digital Devil Story: Megami Tensei Cheats

Thankfully for gamers looking to help their journey through the perilous world filled with demons and mythological beasts, Digital Devil Story: Megami Tensei has some cheats available. Cheats in the game typically involve codes that unlock various parts of the game. These codes give access to certain spots with specific levels and demons unlocked. In addition to these NES cheat codes, there are a few cheats and codes for rarer platforms like MSX and NEC PC88.

Codes to Access Specific Parts in the Game on NES

Music Test on NEC PC88

To access the music test, press and hold the C and D buttons during the introductory sequence.

Walk Through Walls on MSX

To walk through walls while playing on MSX, hold down the F1, F2, and F3 keys simultaneously.

Digital Devil Story Cheats FAQ

Is Digital Devil Saga the same as Digital Devil Story?

No, Digital Devil Saga is a separate game series based on the game Megami Tensei franchise. While Digital Devil Story follows high school students fighting demons, including Akemi and Yumiko, Digital Devil Saga tells the story of a digital tribe ravaged by a virus.

Who is the protagonist in the Digital Devil Story trilogy?

The main protagonist of the trilogy, including the first game in the series, is Akemi Nakajima. He is a high school student and a computer programmer.

The image featured at the top of this post is ©Screenshot for Digital Devil Story: Megami Tensei.