Definition:
A command line parameter in a video game shortcut is simply a command that enables or disables certain features of the game while the program begins. The most common command line parameter is -console. On many PC video games this will enable the console, where cheats are entered.
More detailed information on adding command line parameters can be found here.
Also Known As: Start-up codes, Start-up commands
Examples:
Prior to using a cheat in this particular video game, the cheat console must be activated by adding a command line parameter to the video game's shortcut.
