Codes
This is a list of "cheat" codes that aren't linked to game progression in Tunic.
Meta Codes
Certain codes cannot be found within the game itself. They can be activated at any moment in the game.
Big Head Mode
Code:
URUL URDR RURD LDRD
Details:
Makes your fox's head and Rudeling heads bigger. Entering the code again or closing the game entirely un-toggles Big Head mode.
Discovery:
Streamers and media were sent the press kit version of Tunic, which contained the game, various goodies, and one of 25 potential puzzle pieces. These puzzle pieces could be theoretically connected together to form the full 5x5 image. Users shared photos of their puzzle piece online and stitched together the full puzzle through collaboration, revealing an image of a 4x4 grid of foxes holding flags in specific directions, and thus producing the secret code.
| ↑ | → | ↑ | ← |
| ↑ | → | ↓ | → |
| → | ↑ | → | ↓ |
| ← | ↓ | → | ↓ |
Alternatively, the same code is obtained via a Holy Cross code in the inner flap of the Nintendo Switch physical cover art for Tunic.
Sources:
https://www.resetera.com/threads/tunics-great-press-kit-mystery-has-been-solved-now-discover-it-yourself-no-spoilers%E2%80%94just-joy.564229/
https://twitter.com/Dancrane212/status/1505169325296074842
https://www.reddit.com/r/TunicGame/comments/1930ho3/inside_the_game_case_for_switch/
Sunglasses Mode
Code:
UUU LUL URU LUR ULU RUR DRD LDR DLD RDL DL
Details:
Gives your fox and Terry the Chompignom (a specific enemy in the West Garden) a pair of sunglasses. The sunglasses disappear when the player either dies or returns to the title screen. The sunglasses match the color of the fox's neckband, which can be customized in the secret changing room to the right of the Overworld's fountain.
Discovery:
The Sacred Geometry clothing apparel contains a Holy Cross code in its design. Alternatively, via in-game means, the same Holy Cross code is present in page 5 of the instruction manual, though the origin point is more abstractly represented by the fox's feet rather than an exact symbol, so it is not inherently apparent that this is a Holy Cross code, compared to the real-life clothing merchandise.
Sources:
https://www.compressmerch.com/collections/finji/products/tunic-sacred-geometry-unisex-tee
https://www.compressmerch.com/collections/finji/products/tunic-sacred-geometry-kids-tee
https://www.compressmerch.com/collections/finji/products/tunic-sacred-geometry-pullover-sweatshirt
https://www.compressmerch.com/collections/finji/products/tunic-sacred-geometry-zip-up-hoodie
Icebolt Cost Reduction
Code:
RUL DDR ULU
Details:
Reduces the magicmana cost of Icebolt for 80 seconds.
The September 27, 2022 update increased the mana cost of the Magic Dagger + Magic Wand combo to the intended amount, and it also added a secret Holy Cross code that temporarily lowers the cost, specifically to help players such as speedrunners. dicey shared the code by placing hidden directional codedirections in a Discord message bywhen diceyannouncing (the developer).news.
Source:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYqj8LoRL-E&t=211s
Best Friend Animation
Code:
ULL DRD LUL LDR DLU RDL DRR URD LDR RR
Details:
The fox hugs a Lure.
Discovery:
The Huggable Fox Plush has a tag that contains a Holy Cross code.
Sources:
https://www.fangamer.com/products/tunic-fox-plush
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G__nydsm780
In-Game Codes
These particular in-game codes are found within the instruction manual and can be activated at any moment in the game. The player typically isn't meant to comprehend their meaning until they receive page 43 of the instruction manual at the minimum, and 47 and 48 as supplementary.
Seeking-Spell
Code:
ULU RDR
Details:
Tiny false fairies locate any nearby fairy souls.
Source:
Page 47/48 of the instruction manual
1 Free Ice Bomb
Code:
LDR URD RUR DRUL
Details:
Gain 1 free Ice Bomb. Only works once.
Source:
Page 17 of the instruction manual
1 Free Explosive Bomb
Code:
DRU RUL ULD LDR
Details:
Gain 1 free Explosive Bomb. Only works once.
Source:
Page 17 of the instruction manual
1 Free Fire Bomb
Code:
LUR DRU RDR URDL
Details:
Gain 1 free Fire Bomb. Only works once.
Source:
Page 17 of the instruction manual
Healing Spell
Code:
DRD LURU
Details:
Consume some mana-points to heal yourself.
Source:
Page 52 of the instruction manual
Back Cover Code
The back cover of the instruction manual has this message encoded in Trunic.
"Under the moon,
contemplate this prayer.
Near an ancient tomb
plundered for its blade
lies a special place.
up dow up dow le righ le righ up dow le righ"
Instructions:
1. Go to the East Forest and approach the Hero's Grave, where the player obtained the Sword.
2. Enter the code translated from the back cover:
UDU DLR LRU DLR
Entering the code produces a treasure chest containing 1 coin bit. On New Game+ playthroughs, the grass and bushes return, the Sword returns, but the treasure chest remains, acting as an obstacle that perfectly blocks the pathway to reach the Sword.
