godmode

Godmode is a term used in gaming and computing to describe a state of near-ultimate power or access. In gaming, godmode refers to a cheat or debug feature that makes the player invulnerable or grants unlimited resources, allowing players to progress without risk. Variants include invincibility, infinite health, infinite ammunition, or unrestricted access to abilities and areas. Godmode is common in single-player games and is used by players for experimentation or by developers during testing to bypass normal progression. Enabling godmode can disable achievements or alter game balance, and may be restricted or removed in multiplayer modes.

In computing, GodMode is a colloquial name for a Windows feature (and folklore) that exposes a unified control panel of all settings in a single folder. It is not a security feature; it is essentially a convenient shortcut for power users. The folder is created by users and presents a comprehensive list of control panels and settings, allowing quicker navigation but not increasing system privileges. The feature gained popularity through online tips and has various names, but the term GodMode is widely used in reference to this convenience feature.

The term has also appeared in popular culture and development contexts as shorthand for any mode that grants extraordinary power, whether through cheats, debugging tools, or fictional narratives.