Golden Axe: The Duel’s Secret Debug Menu Discovered | Retro Gaming News 24/7 (www.retronews.com)
from ktec@lemmy.zip to retrogaming@lemmy.world on 08 Sep 2024 12:52
https://lemmy.zip/post/22363173

A hidden debug menu, previously unknown to many players, has been found in Golden Axe: The Duel. This Sega classic from 1993 now reveals its inner secrets with the help of a Saturn hacker known as @memory_fallen.

Key Features of the Debug Menu

• Blood Toggle: Players can switch on or off blood effects for more brutal combat scenarios, adding an extra layer of gore to their experiences.
• Collision Boxes Display: This feature allows players to see how characters interact with each other and their surroundings in a more tangible way, potentially aiding those looking for more accurate hit detection understanding.
• Special Moves View: Players can now view what special moves are available to them without having to memorize all the combinations.
• Playable Final Boss (G. Axe): The final boss character G. Axe is now playable within the game’s debug settings.

Accessing the Debug Menu

The menu can now be accessed from the Character Select screen through a specific patch specific patch. This allows for deeper customization of in-game parameters, including player names, stage numbers, potion counts, timer stopping, death disabling, and vitality increasing.

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If you try out this hidden menu, let us know about your experience.

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