The Konami Code
When you have selected Gradius at the 'Main' menu go to the 'Title' screen and press Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A. If you have entered the code correctly you will hear a confirmation sound. When you now begin your game press the 'Start' button to Max-out your ship with every power-up (not including Speed). This code can only be entered once so don't waste it.
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