YOU and ME and HER: Secret Ending Cheat Code & True Route Unlock Guide
YOU and ME and HER: A Love Story (also known as Totono) is a psychological visual novel that breaks the fourth wall in ways few games dare to attempt. Beneath its slice-of-life surface lies a complex metafictional narrative where the player must literally hack the game world to reach the secret ending. This guide covers the cheat code for the original release, the step-by-step method to unlock the true route, and how to calculate the final phone code to escape the loop.
How the Cheat Code Works
The game features a built-in cheat phone number that allows you to bypass part of the final puzzle. However, it is only usable in specific versions of the game and should be used after completing the main story routes to avoid spoiling the experience.
Original JDM Version Cheat Code
If you are playing the original Japanese release, enter the following number when prompted during the final sequence:
08091846920
This code allows you to "cheat" through the final barrier and proceed directly to the resolution. For the English localization and other releases, you must manually calculate the final code using the in-game variables.
How to Unlock the Secret Ending (True Route)
The true ending is not selectable from the start. You must follow a strict sequence of routes to unlock it. The game actively tracks your progress across playthroughs.
Step 1: Complete Miyuki's Route First
Begin a new game and follow these choices to reach Miyuki's ending:
- Check the call history
- Get zappy
- Be friends
- Give it to Miyuki
- Save Slot 1
- Stop her
Completing this route unlocks Aoi's path and is mandatory for accessing the true ending.
Step 2: Complete Aoi's Route
After finishing Miyuki's route, start a new game. Aoi's route will now be available. Follow these choices:
- Check the call history
- Get zappy
- Be friends
- Give it to Aoi
- Don't give up
- Don't give up
- The mobile game
- Play the game
- Sneak into the school
- Search for my dreams
- Chase after Eru
- Mouth-to-mouth resuscitation
- Talk to Aoi
- Aoi herself
- Promise
- Take this as a sign
- Tell me the truth
- Aoi is lying
- I love you
Shortly after, the game will force-close itself. This is intentional. Upon restarting, the true route begins.
Step 3: The White Apartment Loop (Miyuki Hell)
After rebooting, you will find yourself in a white apartment with only Miyuki. The game enters a looping structure where you must raise her affection through repeated scenarios. Key choices include:
- Continue Miyuki's route
- Raise Miyuki's affection points
- Hang out with Miyuki
- Protect Miyuki
- Love Miyuki
- Forget Aoi
- Stay in the apartment
- Save my memories with Miyuki
- Adapt to the new world
During this loop, you must trigger specific events and answer correctly. Eventually, you will receive a transmission from Aoi. After enough loops, exit the game during a rooftop scene to receive the full transmission.
Step 4: Unlock Miyuki's Phone
The second loop requires you to unlock Miyuki's phone by answering security questions about her. The questions are randomized per playthrough, so you must remember the correct answers from previous scenes. Examples include:
| Question Category | Example Question |
|---|---|
| Personal History | Why did I get rid of my old phone? |
| Preferences | When we order takeout, what do I prefer? |
| Hobbies | What did I recently buy at Catnip? |
| Skills | What's my signature pitch? |
| Relationships | How do I view friendship between women? |
| Secrets | What book did I add to my secret collection? |
If you answer incorrectly, you are softlocked and must reload a previous save or restart the loop. To speed up retries, choose the dinner option from the Memories menu.
Step 5: Calculate the Final Code
Once you unlock the phone and contact God, you will receive a God Number. You must calculate the final cheat code manually:
- Write down the God Number (for example: 99990044145).
- Subtract 36562211 from it.
- Add the number of times you finished Miyuki's intimate scenes (check the backlog if you forgot).
- The result is your final unlock code.
Example Calculation:
God Number: 99990044145
Minus: - 36562211
= 99953481934
Plus scenes: + 15
Final Code: = 99953481949
Enter this final number when prompted to break the cycle and unlock the true ending.
Route Structure Quick Reference
| Route | Unlock Requirement | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Normal End | Available from start | Standard conclusion |
| Bad End | Load Slot 1, choose "Let her do it" | Tragic outcome |
| Miyuki Route | Available from start | Required first completion |
| Aoi Route | Complete Miyuki Route first | Unlocks true route access |
| True End | Complete Aoi Route, then solve loops | Secret ending |
Important Tips for the True Route
- Create manual saves at every decision point. The game is designed to punish mistakes with softlocks.
- Check the backlog frequently to verify how many scenes you have completed — this number is required for the final calculation.
- The game will close itself multiple times during the true route. This is normal and intended.
- Use the Memories menu to fast-forward through repeated loop events.
- Pay attention to small details about Miyuki during her route — the security questions test your memory of her preferences and history.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I use the cheat code on my first playthrough?
You can, but it is strongly recommended to complete both Miyuki's and Aoi's routes first. The cheat code is meant as a shortcut for repeat playthroughs, not a replacement for the narrative buildup.
What happens if I get a security question wrong?
You are softlocked in the loop and must reload a save from before the phone unlock sequence. There is no in-game way to retry without loading.
Why did my game close by itself?
This is a deliberate metafictional device. The game closes at specific points in Aoi's route and the true route to simulate the protagonist losing control. Simply relaunch the game to continue.
Is the God Number the same every time?
No. The God Number is randomized for each new game. You must perform the calculation fresh for every playthrough.
Can I skip the loops?
There is no built-in skip function for the white apartment loops. However, using the Memories menu to select the dinner scene can speed up retries if you fail the security questions.
Does the Steam version have the cheat code?
The original JDM cheat code 08091846920 works on specific releases. The English localization typically requires the manual calculation method described above.
How many save slots do I need?
At minimum, you need two save slots — one before the critical Miyuki choice and one before the Aoi route divergence. More slots are recommended for safety.
Final Tips
Reaching the secret ending of YOU and ME and HER is one of the most unique experiences in visual novels. To summarize:
- Complete Miyuki's route first — this is non-negotiable.
- Complete Aoi's route second to trigger the forced reboot.
- Embrace the loops — they are part of the design, not a bug.
- Write down the God Number and your scene count the moment you see them.
- Double-check your math before entering the final code.
