Fallout 4 gives you a huge open world to explore, but on PC, it also gives you something even more powerful—a full developer console. With a few commands, you can adjust the world, change your stats, jump higher than a Super Mutant, or even teleport across the map. Whether you’re restarting a long playthrough or experimenting with builds inspired by the Fallout TV series, console commands can open the game in entirely new ways.
How to Use Console Commands in Fallout 4
To open the console, press the tilde (~) or apostrophe (‘) key on your keyboard. The console appears as a small overlay where you can type commands.
Once it’s open:
- Type a command.
- Press Enter.
- Close the console to resume the game.
Commands are not case-sensitive, and parameters should be typed without brackets.
Best Fallout 4 Console Commands
Below is a streamlined set of the most practical and commonly used commands. Each category is laid out for easy browsing depending on what you want to do.
1. Player Cheats & Character Editing
These commands change your stats, movement, and appearance.
God Mode & Survival Tools
- tgm – Enables god mode (invincible, unlimited ammo, no carry weight limits).
- tim – Allows you to take damage, but you can’t die.
- player.resethealth – Instantly restores your health.
Movement & Ability Tweaks
- player.setav speedmult X – Multiplies your running speed.
- setgs fJumpHeightMin X – Sets jump height. (Turn on god mode to avoid fall damage.)
- tdetect – AI cannot detect you, making stealth trivial.
Level & Stats Adjustments
- player.setlevel X – Sets your character to a specific level.
- player.modav skill X – Boosts a S.P.E.C.I.A.L. stat.
- player.setav variable X – Directly overwrites a stat and unlocks perks tied to it.
Appearance Editing
- showlooksmenu player 1 – Reopens the character creator.
- player.setrace [RaceID] – Changes your race (use with caution).
- sexchange – Switches your character’s gender.
2. World & Environment Commands
These commands alter the world, camera, or map.
Camera Tools
- tfc – Free camera mode for exploring and screenshots.
- tfc 1 – Free camera + frozen animations for cleaner shots.
- tm – Toggles HUD and menus (type it again blindly to restore).
Movement Through the World
- tcl – Disable collision and walk through walls.
- set timescale to X – Controls how fast time passes. (16 is default.)
Instant Travel
- coc [CellID] – Teleports you to a location. Example:
coc RedRocketExt
- coc qasmoke – Teleports to a hidden room containing every item in the game.
Visual or Technical Adjustments
- csb – Clears blood splatter and explosion effects.
- fov X Y – Sets first- and third-person field of view.
3. Inventory & Item Commands
Want caps? Ammo? Every gun in the game? These commands do the job.
Add Caps, Ammo, and Items
- player.additem 0000000f X – Adds X bottlecaps.
- player.additem 0000000a X – Adds X bobby pins.
- player.additem [ItemID] X – Adds any item if you know the ID.
To find item IDs:
Use help “item name” 0 or click the item in-game with the console open.
Spawn Items Nearby
- player.placeatme [ItemID] – Places any object/NPC near you.
4. NPC & AI Commands
Control NPC behavior, resurrect characters, or change faction alignment.
AI & Behavior
- tai – Freezes all AI movement.
- tcai – Disables combat AI.
- tdetect – NPCs cannot detect you.
NPC Life & Death
- killall – Eliminates every nearby NPC (vital characters go down but don’t die).
- kill [NPCID] – Kills a specific NPC.
- resurrect [NPCID] – Brings an NPC back to life.
Factions & Relationships
- player.AddToFaction [FactionID] 0 – Become friendly with a faction.
- player.AddToFaction [FactionID] 1 – Become allied.
- player.RemoveFromFaction [FactionID] – Remove yourself from a faction.
- removefromallfactions – Clears all faction associations.
5. Quest Progression Commands
These help fix broken quests or push story progress manually.
Quest Management
- completeallobjectives [QuestID] – Completes all active objectives.
- completequest [QuestID] – Finishes an entire quest instantly.
- resetquest [QuestID] – Resets a quest to the beginning.
- setstage [QuestID] [Stage#] – Manually advance (or rewind) a quest to a specific step.
Warning: Using quest commands incorrectly can break a playthrough. Always save before experimenting.
6. Useful Utility Commands
These are technical commands players often overlook but can be extremely helpful.
- unlock – Unlocks the door, safe, or terminal you’re facing.
- tm – Toggles UI—useful for clean screenshots.
- unequipall – Strips all gear from the selected NPC.
- screenshot – Takes a PNG screenshot via console.
Most Popular Fallout 4 Cheats (Quick Picks)
If you want the essentials without digging through the full list, here are the top commands players use the most:
| Cheat | Command |
|---|---|
| God Mode | tgm |
| Infinite Items Room | coc qasmoke |
| Free Camera | tfc 1 |
| Walk Through Walls | tcl |
| Add Caps | player.additem 0000000f X |
| Teleport Anywhere | coc [cellID] |
| Kill All Nearby NPCs | killall |
| Revive NPC | resurrect |
How to Find Item, NPC, and Location IDs
Many console commands require IDs. Here’s how to find them:
- Open the console → click on an item/NPC → ID appears at the top.
- Use help “name” 0 to search for IDs via text.
- Visit special dev room via
coc qasmoketo inspect items directly.
Pro Tips for Players
- Always save before using heavy commands like killall, setlevel, or quest resets.
- Avoid changing race or gender mid-quest lines; it can break scripts.
- Use god mode when testing high jump or speed multipliers to avoid unexpected deaths. Play Now!
