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All Victoria 3 Console Commands and Cheats

Mar 17,2025 Author: Aria

All Victoria 3 Console Commands and Cheats

Building a nation in Victoria 3 is a complex undertaking, often requiring numerous attempts and adjustments. However, for players seeking a more… streamlined experience, the game offers a range of console commands and cheats.

How to Activate Console Commands in Victoria 3

Enabling console commands is straightforward:

  1. Launch 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 open the debug menu. Related: The Escapist’s Best Games of 2024

All Victoria 3 Console Commands

Once you've enabled -debug_mode, you can utilize the following commands to significantly alter gameplay:

Console CommandDescription
helpLists all available console commands in *Victoria 3*.
annexAnnexes a specified country.
annex_allAnnexes all countries in the game.
create_pop_historyCreates a dump file in 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 selected interest group.
fastbuildEnables or disables fast-build mode.
add_approvalIncreases approval rating with a chosen group.
add_cloutIncreases clout rating with a chosen group.
add_loyalistsIncreases the loyalist population in your country.
add_radicalsIncreases the radical population in your country.
add_relationsImproves relations with a selected country.
yesmenEnsures all proposals from your nation are accepted.
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's 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 from 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 specified 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 mode.
date (yyyy.mm.dd.hh)Changes the current game date.

While these commands offer considerable control, it's recommended to avoid them during initial playthroughs to fully experience the game's intended challenges. Use them responsibly and enjoy!

Victoria 3 is available now on PC.

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