diff --git a/code/modules/uplink/uplink_items.dm b/code/modules/uplink/uplink_items.dm
index 8c02138900..ffba3ea9d6 100644
--- a/code/modules/uplink/uplink_items.dm
+++ b/code/modules/uplink/uplink_items.dm
@@ -1424,6 +1424,7 @@ datum/uplink_item/stealthy_weapons/taeclowndo_shoes
 	desc = "A cheap bottle of one use syndicate brand super glue. \
 			Use on any item to make it undroppable. \
 			Be careful not to glue an item you're already holding!"
+	exclude_modes = list(/datum/game_mode/nuclear, /datum/game_mode/nuclear/clown_ops)
 	item = /obj/item/syndie_glue
 	cost = 2