Victoria 3: Complete Console Commands and Cheats Guide

Author : Emma May 28,2025

Victoria 3: Complete Console Commands and Cheats Guide

Building a nation in *Victoria 3* can be a challenging yet rewarding experience, often involving a great deal of trial and error. For those who are eager to experiment or simply want to bypass some of the game's complexities, there are console commands and cheats available that can enhance your gameplay.

How to Use Console Commands in Victoria 3

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

  • Launch Steam and navigate to *Victoria 3* in your library.
  • Right-click on the game title to access the settings.
  • Go to the 'General' tab and locate the 'Launch Options' section.
  • Enter “-debug_mode” in the text box provided.
  • Start the game and press the “~” key on your keyboard to bring up the debug menu.

All Console Commands

Once you've enabled the debug mode, you'll unlock a variety of console commands that can transform your gameplay, giving you god-like control over *Victoria 3*. Here's a comprehensive list of commands along with their functions:

Console CommandDescription
helpDisplays a list of all available console commands in *Victoria 3*.
annexAllows you to annex a specific country.
annex_allEnables you to annex all countries within the game.
create_pop_historyGenerates a dump file in debug.log containing a complete population history.
change_lawPermits the alteration of laws within a chosen country in *Victoria 3*.
fastbattleToggles fast battle mode on or off.
add_ideologyAdds a specified ideology to your chosen interest group.
fastbuildToggles fast-build mode on or off.
add_approvalIncreases your approval rating with the selected group.
add_cloutBoosts 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_relationsImproves relations with the selected country.
yesmenMakes every nation agree to your proposals.
vsyncfToggles the main swapchains vsync on or off.
textureviewerEnables you to view textures in *Victoria 3*.
texturelistDisplays a list of textures within the game.
skip_migrationToggles migration skipping on or off.
update_employmentAllows the transfer of employees between buildings.
validate_employmentPrints out unemployment statistics for the selected state.
create_country [country definition] [country type] [culture] [state id]Enables you to establish a new nation.
popstatShows the total number of active population.
enable_aiActivates AI in your current game.
disable_aiDeactivates AI in your current game.
Application.ChangeResolutionAdjusts the game's resolution settings.
research (technology key)Grants the selected technology to your country.
set_devastation_levelSets the devastation level of the selected area.
wagerateModifies the wage of the selected building.
province bordersToggles province borders for selected areas on or off.
Log.ClearAllClears all logs in your current save file.
nosecessionToggles the secessions cheat mode on or off in *Victoria 3*.
norevolutionPrevents revolutions from happening in your game.
own (province id or state region tag) (country tag)Changes the owner of the selected region.
kill_character (name)Removes the selected character from the game.
money (amount)Adds the specified amount of money to your treasury.
ignore_government_supportAllows ignoring government support requirements in *Victoria 3*.
ObserveToggles the observation mode on or off.
changestatepopAlters the population number of a specific group.
skip_migrationToggles the cheat mode for skipping migration on or off.
date (yyyy.mm.dd.hh)Changes the current date within the game.

These are all the console commands you can use in *Victoria 3*. While it's advised to avoid using them during your initial playthrough to fully experience the game's depth, there's nothing wrong with using these cheats to enhance your enjoyment as long as you're having fun.

*Victoria 3 is available now on PC.*