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All Victoria 3 Console Commands and Cheats

Mar 16,2025 Author: Elijah

All Victoria 3 Console Commands and Cheats

Building a nation in Victoria 3 is a complex undertaking, often requiring numerous attempts and adjustments. However, if you're looking to experiment, the game offers a range of console commands and cheats to significantly alter gameplay.

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Enabling Console Commands in Victoria 3:

  1. Open Steam and locate Victoria 3 in your library.
  2. Right-click the game title and select "Properties."
  3. Navigate to the "General" tab and find the "Launch Options" field.
  4. Enter -debug_mode into the text box.
  5. Launch the game and press the "~" key to access the debug menu. Related: The Escapist’s Best Games of 2024

All Available Console Commands:

Activating the debug mode via the Launch Options will unlock the following console commands, granting you god-like control over the game. From manipulating laws to influencing population opinions, the possibilities are vast.

Console CommandDescription
helpLists all available console commands in *Victoria 3*.
annexAllows annexation of a specific country.
annex_allAnnexes all countries in the game.
create_pop_historyCreates a dump file (debug.log) containing complete population history.
change_lawModifies laws within a specific country.
fastbattleEnables or disables fast battle mode.
add_ideologyAdds an ideology to a chosen interest group.
fastbuildEnables or disables fast build mode.
add_approvalIncreases approval rating with a selected group.
add_cloutIncreases clout rating with a selected group.
add_loyalistsIncreases the loyalist population in your country.
add_radicalsIncreases the radical population in your country.
add_relationsImproves relations with a chosen country.
yesmenEnsures all proposals are accepted by other nations.
vsyncfEnables or disables main swapchains vsync.
textureviewerAllows viewing of game textures.
texturelistDisplays a list of game textures.
skip_migrationEnables or disables migration skipping.
update_employmentTransfers employees between buildings.
validate_employmentPrints unemployment statistics for a selected state.
create_country [country definition] [country type] [culture] [state id]Creates a new nation.
popstatDisplays the total active population count.
enable_aiEnables AI in the current game.
disable_aiDisables AI in the current game.
Application.ChangeResolutionChanges the game resolution.
research (technology key)Grants a specified technology to your country.
set_devastation_levelSets the devastation level of a selected area.
wagerateModifies the wage of a selected building.
province bordersEnables or disables province borders in selected areas.
Log.ClearAllClears all logs in the current save file.
nosecessionEnables or disables the secession cheat mode.
norevolutionPrevents revolutions from occurring.
own (province id or state region tag) (country tag)Changes ownership of a selected region.
kill_character (name)Kills a selected character.
money (amount)Adds a specified amount of money.
ignore_government_supportIgnores government support.
ObserveToggles observation mode.
changestatepopModifies the population number of a specific group.
skip_migrationEnables or disables the skip_migration cheat.
date (yyyy.mm.dd.hh)Changes the current game date.

This comprehensive list details all available console commands in Victoria 3. While not recommended for initial playthroughs, utilizing these cheats can enhance enjoyment and experimentation.

Victoria 3 is available now on PC.

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