Tyrian 2000 Cheats, Codes, Cheat Codes, Walkthrough, Guide, FAQ, Unlockables for PC

Tyrian 2000 Wild detail mode

Run the Tyrian 2000 setup program. Then, highlight the “Game Detail” option and press W.

Christmas mode

Open an MS-DOS window and change the current directory to the Tyrian 2000 game directory. Type ” file0001 yesxmas ” at the DOS prompt, then press Y when prompted. This will change various items, weapons, ships, and sounds to a Christmas theme. Note: Christmas mode is date-sensitive and will only remain active until December 31, 1999.

Impossible difficulty setting

At the difficulty selection screen, press [Shift] + G.

Suicide difficulty setting

Enable the “Impossible difficulty setting” code, then press [Shift] + ] at the difficulty selection screen.

Toggle debug mode

While playing the game, press [Backspace] + [F10]. If you entered the code correctly, the message “Cheaters always prosper” will appear.

Toggle invincibility

While playing the game, press [F2] + [F3] + [F6]. If you entered the code correctly, the message “Cheaters always prosper” will appear.

End level

While playing the game, press [F2] + [F6] + [F7]. If you entered the code correctly, the message “Cheaters always prosper” will appear. Note: This does not effect Super Arcade ships or a game in Super Tyrian mode.

Random colors

While playing the game, press [Backspace] + [Minus]. If you entered the code correctly, the message “Cheaters always prosper” will appear.

Random background music

While playing the game, press [Backspace] + [Scroll Lock]. If you entered the code correctly, the message “Cheaters always prosper” will appear.

Full pause screen

While playing the game, press [Backspace] + [Number Lock]. If you entered the code correctly, the message “Cheaters always prosper” will appear.

Cheat Codes

Enter one of the following codes at the main menu to activate the corresponding cheat function:

Note: Press [F1] during the mini-game for the controls.

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