Start with alternate character stats

Before starting a new game enter one of the following words as your name to have some alternate abilities(to confirm that you have entered a name correctly, check the option screen):

Fighter- enter "GRADIUS" as your name. The word "FIGHTER" should appear on the option screen. Will be stronger and can sustain more damage. No cards will be available

Magician- enter "FIREBALL" as your name. The word "Magician" should appear on the option screen. All cards will be available

Shooter- enter "CROSSBOW" as your name. The word "Shooter" appear on the option screen. More hearts and weapon damage. The Homing Dagger weapon is now available

Thief- enter "DAGGER" as your name. You will start with Theif stats

Start with All DSS Cards

Beat the game and enter FIREBALL at the data screen