Home >  News >  Victoria 3: Complete Console Commands and Cheats Guide

Victoria 3: Complete Console Commands and Cheats Guide

by Audrey May 12,2025

Victoria 3: Complete Console Commands and Cheats Guide

Building a nation in *Victoria 3* can be a complex and rewarding experience, often requiring patience and strategic planning. However, if you're looking to experiment or simply want to enjoy the game in a different way, you can harness the power of console commands and cheats to shape your gameplay experience.

How to Use Console Commands in Victoria 3

To dive into the world of console commands in *Victoria 3*, follow these steps:

  1. Launch Steam and navigate to *Victoria 3* in your library.
  2. Right-click on the game title and select 'Properties' to open the game’s settings.
  3. Under the 'General' tab, find the 'Launch Options' section.
  4. Enter “-debug_mode” into the text box and confirm.
  5. Start the game and press the “~” key on your keyboard to access the debug menu.

With these steps, you're ready to wield the power of console commands in *Victoria 3*.

All Console Commands

Once you've enabled debug mode, a plethora of console commands become available, allowing you to manipulate various aspects of the game. From altering laws to annexing countries, these commands can significantly change your gameplay. Here's a comprehensive list of commands you can use:

Console CommandDescription
helpDisplays all available console commands in *Victoria 3*.
annexAllows you to annex a specific country.
annex_allEnables you to annex all countries in the game.
create_pop_historyGenerates a dump file in debug.log with a complete population history.
change_lawChanges laws in a specific country within *Victoria 3*.
fastbattleToggles fast battle mode on or off.
add_ideologyAdds an ideology to your chosen interest group.
fastbuildToggles fast-build mode on or off.
add_approvalIncreases your approval rating with the selected group.
add_cloutIncreases your clout rating with the selected group.
add_loyalistsIncreases the number of loyalist population in your country.
add_radicalsIncreases the number of radical population in your country.
add_relationsIncreases relations with the selected country.
yesmenMakes everyone agree to your nation’s proposals.
vsyncfToggles main swapchains vsync on or off.
textureviewerAllows you to view textures in *Victoria 3*.
texturelistDisplays a list of textures in the game.
skip_migrationToggles migration skipping on or off.
update_employmentAllows you to transfer employees between buildings.
validate_employmentPrints out unemployment statistics in the selected state.
create_country [country definition] [country type] [culture] [state id]Enables you to create a new nation.
popstatShows the total number of active population.
enable_aiEnables AI in your current game.
disable_aiDisables AI in your current game.
Application.ChangeResolutionChanges your game’s current resolution.
research (technology key)Grants the selected technology to your country.
set_devastation_levelSets the devastation level of the selected area.
wagerateChanges the selected building’s wage.
province bordersToggles province borders of the selected areas on or off.
Log.ClearAllClears all logs in your current save file.
nosecessionToggles the secessions cheat mode in *Victoria 3* on or off.
norevolutionPrevents revolutions from occurring in your game.
own (province id or state region tag) (country tag)Changes the owner of the selected region.
kill_character (name)Kills the selected character.
money (amount)Adds the specified amount of money.
ignore_government_supportEnables ignoring government support in *Victoria 3*.
ObserveToggles the observation mode.
changestatepopAllows you to alter the population number of a certain group.
skip_migrationToggles the cheat mode skip_migration on or off.
date (yyyy.mm.dd.hh)Changes the current date of your game.

These commands offer a wide range of possibilities for altering your *Victoria 3* experience. While it's advisable to enjoy your first playthrough without cheats to fully appreciate the game's depth, there's no harm in using these commands to enhance your fun once you're familiar with the game mechanics.

*Victoria 3 is available now on PC.*

Trending Games More >