well it depends on the cheat code because if the cheat code reiuns the hole fun of the game and u beat like 123 then its bad if the cheat code makes it funer than its a good cheat code
i think it really depends on the game...on the GTA games *Grand theft auto* it comes in help on almost everything u do. on some games it just makes it really boring and not worth playing anymore like on the medal of honour games. so it really depends on wat u think.
I think they're alright, but I have a strict code of chivalry when it comes to games ( don't ask why because I don't even know). Before I go to walkthroughs or cheats I beat the game first and then go back and use them. If I get stuck I'll have a friend help me, but other than that I think they're alright I guess. I mean, there's no stopping people from finding and using them.
I like having cheat codes in games. I don't use them much unless I cannot pass a level or need to figure something out. Beside that I will not use cheat codes in games.
So I think that they are good because they help you out and can make the game more fun.