Alex sat down at his PC, ready to relive the golden age of the arcade. He had just downloaded Cadillacs and Dinosaurs (the classic 1993 Capcom beat-'em-up) and launched the emulator. He selected Mustapha Cairo, ready to kick some dinosaur tail.
But by the time he reached Stage 3, frustration set in. He loved the gun mechanics—the satisfying bang of the pistol and the explosive power of the bazooka—but the ammo ran out too fast. He remembered the arcade cabinets from his childhood; surely there was a way to keep the lead flying?
He dug through old gaming forums and dusty instruction manuals until he found the "Arcade Secrets." Here is the solution he discovered, updated for modern PC emulators (like MAME, FinalBurn, or NeoGeo emulators).
dino (Unlimited Ammo Hack).zipdinou (bootleg version, sometimes has infinite ammo built in)dinoj with cheat filesNote: This mod works with the most common PC version of Cadillacs and Dinosaurs (typically the Capcom Arcade Stadium release or the standalone MAME/fan port). We recommend backing up your original game files first. cadillacs and dinosaurs unlimited ammo for pc updated
Requirements:
Steps:
cd_infinite_ammo_v21.zip file..ips patch file or an executable patcher.cadillacs.zip or dino.exe depending on your version)..ips file: Use a tool like Lunar IPS or Floating IPS. Select the patch, then select your game file..exe patcher: Run it, point to your game directory, and click "Apply."cadillacs_infammo.zip).⚠️ Important: If you are using the Capcom Arcade Stadium version on Steam, the mod may require replacing a DLL file. Always check the included
READMEin the mod pack. The Legend of the Infinite Magazine Alex sat
As of April 2026, there is no official remaster of Cadillacs and Dinosaurs due to licensing disputes between Capcom and the rights holders of Xenozoic Tales. However, a passionate team called DinoPunk is reverse-engineering the CPS1 code to produce a full “Director’s Cut” PC executable. Their public roadmap (last updated March 2026) includes a built-in “Ammo: Unlimited / Normal / Scavenger” toggle in the options menu.
Until that project reaches a stable 1.0 release, the MAME cheat method remains the most tested, safest, and easiest way to enjoy unlimited ammo on PC.
Absolutely. If you have beaten Cadillacs and Dinosaurs on hard mode and felt the frustration of running out of shells against a boss’s second form, this mod is therapeutic. For casual players, it turns the game into an explosive power fantasy that rivals modern twin-stick shooters. Where to Find It (Emulator + Patched ROM)
However, purists should note: The original game was balanced around ammo scarcity. Using this mod removes the tactical layer of deciding when to use your gun. But for the 99% of us who just want to see Hannah Dundee blast a Tyrannosaur in the face with an endless supply of grenades? This is the definitive way to play on PC in 2025 and beyond.
If you’re playing a console port (e.g., the Sega CD or unreleased SNES homebrew), you’ll need a different approach. However, the arcade original is the gold standard. For completeness, here are updated GameShark codes for the arcade version when used via MAME’s cheat engine (they are effectively the same).
Commonly cited codes (validated April 2026):
| Effect | Address (Hex) | Value | |--------|---------------|-------| | P1 Pistol ammo never decreases | FF83A5 | 09 | | P1 Shotgun ammo never decreases | FF83A6 | 09 | | P1 Machine gun ammo never decreases | FF83A7 | 09 |
Enter these into MAME’s cheat file manually if your pre-built cheat database doesn’t include them. Use FF83A5:09 to lock pistol ammo at 9 (max). The game will never subtract from it.