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Victoria 3: Full List of Console Commands and Cheats Revealed

Apr 22,2025 Author: Matthew

Victoria 3: Full List of Console Commands and Cheats Revealed

Building a nation in Victoria 3 is a complex and rewarding challenge, but if you're looking to experiment or speed up your progress, you can use console commands and cheats. Here's a comprehensive guide to get you started.

How to Use Console Commands in Victoria 3

To unlock the power of console commands in Victoria 3, follow these steps:

  1. Launch Steam and navigate to Victoria 3 in your library.
  2. Open the game's settings by right-clicking the title, then go to General and find Launch Options.
  3. Enter “-debug_mode” in the text box to enable the debug mode.
  4. Start the game and press the “~” key to bring up the debug menu.

All Console Commands for Victoria 3

Once you've activated the debug mode, you can use these console commands to manipulate various aspects of the game, giving you god-like control over your nation and its interactions. Here's a detailed list of commands and their functions:

Console CommandDescription
helpLists all available console commands in *Victoria 3*.
annex [country tag]Allows you to annex a specific country.
annex_allEnables you to annex all countries in the game.
create_pop_historyCreates a dump file in debug.log with a complete population history.
change_law [country tag] [law]Changes laws in a specific country within *Victoria 3*.
fastbattleToggles fast battle mode on or off.
add_ideology [interest group] [ideology]Adds a specific ideology to your chosen interest group.
fastbuildToggles fast-build mode on or off.
add_approval [interest group] [amount]Increases your approval rating with the selected group.
add_clout [interest group] [amount]Increases your clout rating with the selected group.
add_loyalists [country tag] [amount]Increases the number of loyalist population in your country.
add_radicals [country tag] [amount]Increases the number of radical population in your country.
add_relations [country tag] [amount]Increases 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_employmentTransfers employees between buildings.
validate_employment [state id]Prints out unemployment statistics in the selected state.
create_country [country definition] [country type] [culture] [state id]Allows 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.ChangeResolution [width] [height]Changes your game’s current resolution.
research [technology key]Grants the selected technology to your country.
set_devastation_level [state id] [level]Sets the devastation level of the selected area.
wagerate [building type] [amount]Changes the wage of the selected building.
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 to your treasury.
ignore_government_supportEnables ignoring government support in *Victoria 3*.
ObserveToggles the observation mode.
changestatepop [state id] [pop type] [amount]Allows you to alter the population number of a certain group in a state.
date [yyyy.mm.dd.hh]Changes the current date of your game.

These commands provide a wide range of options for altering the game's dynamics. While I recommend experiencing Victoria 3 without cheats on your first playthrough for the authentic experience, using these commands can add a fun twist to your gameplay as you explore different scenarios and strategies.

Victoria 3 is now available on PC, ready for you to dive into the intricacies of nation-building with or without the aid of these powerful console commands.

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