The Origin of Videogame 'Nude Codes' Traced Back to Smurfette in 1984
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The Origin of Videogame 'Nude Codes' Traced Back to Smurfette in 1984

A detailed exploration into how a supposed nude code for Smurfette in 1984 reveals the early roots of gaming's fascination with nudity.

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In the 1990s, every gaming mag spoke of the mythical Tomb Raider nude code, despite its non-existence. Amid this fascination, we find evidence dating back 40 years—specifically to Smurfette.

This revelation stems from the Videogame History Foundation, which unearthed a letter in an old Electronic Games magazine. This letter hinted at the existence of a nude code linked to Smurf: Rescue in Gargamel’s Castle. A tipster shared, “There’s a way to keep Smurfette’s dress off until your energy runs out.”

The referenced content warning mentioned included a pixelated smurf that appeared naked, leading to conjecture about the coding behind such virtual phenomena.

The gaming community is still intrigued by such quirks that harken back to simpler times in gaming’s history.

Ultimately, this exploration serves as a reminder: while today’s games may boast realistic graphics, the innovative spirits of early gamers longed for their imaginative escapades well before the complexity of modern coding took center stage.

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