Fallout: New Vegas Console Commands: Your Ultimate Cheats Guide

Introduction

Fallout: New Vegas, a sprawling post-apocalyptic role-playing game, invites players to carve their own path through the treacherous Mojave Wasteland. The game’s open world, intricate storylines, and memorable characters have solidified its place as a fan favorite. While the game offers countless hours of exploration and adventure through legitimate means, sometimes you need a little nudge, want to experiment with the game’s mechanics, or simply desire to alter the world to your liking. That’s where Fallout: New Vegas console commands come in, granting you the power to bend the game to your will.

Console commands in Fallout: New Vegas are tools accessed through the game’s debug console, a feature available exclusively on the PC version of the game. This console allows you to input text-based commands that directly affect the game world, your character, non-player characters (NPCs), and even quest progression. It’s essentially a gateway to manipulating the very fabric of the game.

Accessing the console is straightforward. While playing Fallout: New Vegas on your PC, simply press the tilde key (~) or the backtick key (“ ` “). This will bring up a text input box at the bottom of your screen. From there, you can type in commands and press enter to execute them. It is important to remember this tool is only readily available on the personal computer version of the game. While modifications exist that may offer similar functionality on console systems, this functionality will be discussed in depth in this guide.

Before you dive headfirst into the world of Fallout: New Vegas console commands, heed this crucial warning: always save your game before using any command. Console commands can sometimes have unintended or unpredictable consequences, potentially corrupting your save file or creating unforeseen glitches. Having a backup save ensures you can revert to a stable state if things go awry. Additionally, keep in mind that using console commands might disable achievements in the game, preventing you from earning them. However, mods are available that may allow you to re-enable achievements, even with console commands active.

This comprehensive guide will cover a vast array of useful Fallout: New Vegas console commands, from basic character adjustments and item acquisition to advanced world manipulation and quest fixing. We’ll explore the essential commands that every player should know, delve into more advanced techniques, and provide practical examples to illustrate how these commands can enhance your Fallout: New Vegas experience. So, buckle up, Courier, and prepare to unlock the full potential of the Mojave Wasteland.

Essential and Basic Console Commands

Let’s start with the fundamental Fallout: New Vegas console commands that every player should be familiar with. These commands provide basic control over your character, the environment, and the inhabitants of the Mojave Wasteland.

Player Manipulation

God mode, activated with the tgm command, grants you complete invincibility, infinite ammunition, and eliminates the need to reload your weapons. This command is perfect for exploring dangerous areas without fear of death or for unleashing devastating attacks without limitations. However, remember that god mode can diminish the challenge of the game and might not be suitable for a first playthrough.

The tcl command toggles clipping, allowing you to walk through walls, floors, and other solid objects. This is incredibly useful for getting unstuck if you become trapped in the environment, exploring areas that are normally inaccessible, or simply taking shortcuts. Be mindful that using clipping can sometimes lead to falling through the world or encountering unexpected glitches.

Toggle artificial intelligence, using the command tai, disables the artificial intelligence of non-player characters. Enemies will not react to your presence, allowing you to explore without fear of conflict or to set up interesting scenarios for screenshots. Alternatively, use toggle combat artificial intelligence (tcai) to disable combat AI only, allowing non-player characters to still exist, but do not fight.

The kill command instantly eliminates the targeted non-player character or creature. This can be used to remove unwanted enemies, punish troublesome non-player characters, or simply clear a path. On the other hand, the killall command eliminates all non-player characters and creatures in the immediate area. Use this command with extreme caution, as it can have unintended consequences, such as killing essential non-player characters required for quests. If you regret your decision, the resurrect command restores the targeted non-player character to life.

The player.setlevel [number] command sets your character’s level to the specified number. This allows you to quickly level up your character to gain access to perks and abilities, or to de-level your character for a greater challenge. Adjusting your stats can be done using the following command player.modav [skill/attribute] [number] . Modifying a skill or attribute can be a quick way to change a character’s build to fit any combat situation.

Adding specific items to your inventory can be done with the command player.additem [base ID] [number]. Removing specific items can be done with the command player.removeitem [base ID] [number]. Acquiring items through this manner will require locating the unique item identifier to be used. More information on locating item codes will be discussed later in this guide.

If you have committed any crimes, the player.payfine command removes your bounty in the current faction. This can be useful for avoiding conflicts with faction members after accidentally committing a transgression.

World Manipulation

For those seeking to alter the environment around them, a few commands provide some control over the world around you.

Using the command tg will toggle grass. This setting is useful for performance and reducing the strain on older systems. Toggling menus using the command tm clears the screen of menus, creating a more immersive viewing experience. Additionally, the command tfow toggles the fog of war on the map, revealing all areas of the game world.

The speed of time can be adjusted using the command set timescale to [number]. The default timescale is thirty. Setting the timescale to a smaller number will slow down the passage of time, while setting it to a larger number will speed up the passage of time.

Locked doors or containers can be opened instantly using the unlock command. Simply target the locked object and enter the command to bypass the lock. Conversely, the lock command locks a door or container, requiring a lockpick or key to open it.

The command additem [base ID] spawns an item at your character’s location. This is similar to adding items to your inventory, but instead of appearing in your inventory, the item is placed directly in the world near you. Furthermore, the command placeatme [base ID] [quantity] spawns an object or non-player character near you. This allows you to create custom scenarios or populate areas with specific non-player characters.

Quest Manipulation

Quest related commands provide a way to manipulate quests within the game.

The command caqs completes all stages of all quests. This command should be used with extreme caution, as it can break the game and prevent you from progressing through the story properly. Using the command sqt show quest targets. The command displays the quest targets of the selected quest, providing a quick way to see what you need to do to advance. Alternatively, you can view the quest log by using the command showquestlog.

The command setstage [quest ID] [stage number] sets the current stage of a quest. This is a powerful command that can be used to fix broken quests, skip sections of a quest that are too difficult, or simply advance the story at your own pace. The command completequest [quest ID] completes the quest. This can be useful for skipping quests that you don’t want to do or for resolving quests that have become bugged.

Advanced and Useful Commands

Now that we’ve covered the basics, let’s delve into some more advanced and specialized Fallout: New Vegas console commands. These commands offer greater control over your character, non-player characters, and the overall game world.

Character Customization

If you’re not happy with your character’s appearance, the showlooksmenu player 1 command opens the character customization menu, allowing you to change your hair, facial features, and other aspects of your appearance mid-game. For those who desire a complete change, the sexchange command changes your character’s gender.

Non-Player Character Manipulation

Non-player characters can be manipulated by using various commands to affect their behavior. The command addtofaction [faction ID] [0 or 1] adds a non-player character to a faction. Setting the final number to zero means no allied status, while a number of one means the character is allied. The command removefromfaction [faction ID] removes a non-player character from a faction.

The relationship level of a non-player character towards the player can be set with the command setrelationshiprank [player, target, rank]. The rank can be set to negative one to make the character an enemy, zero for neutral, one for acquaintance, two for ally, three for confidant, or four for lover.

The aggression level of a non-player character can be viewed by using the command getav aggression. The aggression level can be set using the command setav aggression [number], where the number can be between zero and three. Additionally, the artificial intelligence of a selected non-player character can be reset with the command resetai.

Faction Manipulation

Factions can be manipulated by using a few simple commands. The command addfac [faction ID] [0 or 1] adds the target to the specified faction. Add one for an ally, zero for neutral. Factions can be removed with the command removefac [faction ID]. Alliances between two factions can be created with the command setally [faction ID] [faction ID] [0 or 1] [0 or 1]. Add a one to signify allies, zero to remain neutral. A similar command exists for setting enemies with the command setenemy [faction ID] [faction ID] [0 or 1] [0 or 1]. Add a one to designate the factions as enemies, zero to set them to neutral.

Troubleshooting Commands

Troubleshooting non-player characters can be done using a few special commands. The inventory of a selected non-player character can be reset with the command resetinventory. A respawn can be forced using the command recycleactor. The owner of an item can be determined with the command testaa [item ID].

Other Useful Commands

The coc [cell ID] command changes your location to the specified cell. This is useful for quickly traveling to different areas of the Mojave Wasteland or for accessing areas that are normally inaccessible.

Your field of view can be changed by using the fov [number] command. Adjust the third person camera speed by using the command sucsm [number].

The command saq starts all quests. Avoid using this command, as it can break the game.

Finding Item, Non-Player Character, Faction, and Quest IDs

To effectively use many of these Fallout: New Vegas console commands, you’ll need to know the item IDs, non-player character IDs, faction IDs, and quest IDs. Fortunately, there are several ways to find this information.

Using the official wiki is a fantastic way to look up items. It is a wealth of information that provides most of the in game item codes that may be needed when using a console command.

The help command can be used to locate items. Use the command help [item name] [0-4] . The number represents a parameter on the type of search. Using the zero parameter returns any matches, the one parameter returns functions, two returns objects or locations, three returns globals, and four returns items. For finding items or objects, the number four is the ideal option.

Faction ID’s can be difficult to find, and can be located by using the help faction name command, in order to locate the proper faction identifier.

Examples and Use Cases

Let’s illustrate the power of Fallout: New Vegas console commands with a few practical examples.

Imagine you’re stuck on a quest because of a bug. Using setstage can fix a bug. First, find the quest ID and the stage number you need to advance to. Then, enter the command setstage [quest ID] [stage number] to progress to the desired stage and continue the quest.

If you find yourself trapped in a glitched area, use tcl to toggle clipping and walk through the walls to escape.

To test a character build, use player.setlevel to quickly level up your character to the desired level and player.additem to acquire the necessary weapons, armor, and ammunition. This allows you to experiment with different perks and abilities without grinding for hours.

Create custom combat scenarios by spawning non-player characters near you using placeatme and manipulating their faction allegiances using faction commands. This allows you to create unique and challenging encounters.

Common Mistakes and Troubleshooting

When using Fallout: New Vegas console commands, it’s important to be aware of common mistakes and how to troubleshoot them.

Typos are a common source of errors. Double-check the spelling and syntax of your commands before pressing enter. Incorrect IDs can also lead to unexpected results. Ensure you’re using the correct base ID, quest ID, etc.

If a command isn’t working, make sure you’ve targeted the correct object or non-player character if the command requires it. Sometimes commands can cause the game to crash. If this happens, reload a previous save. Always be mindful of unintended consequences. Reiterate the warning about saving before using console commands.

Conclusion

Fallout: New Vegas console commands offer a powerful and versatile way to enhance and customize your gaming experience. From basic character adjustments to advanced world manipulation, these commands put you in control of the Mojave Wasteland.

Experiment and explore the possibilities, but do so responsibly. Save your game before using console commands and be aware of the potential consequences. By using these tools wisely, you can unlock the full potential of Fallout: New Vegas and create your own unique and unforgettable adventures.

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