Gothic 1 Cheats: Marvin Mode Codes for PC
- Status screen Press B, type marvin and close the screen to turn on marvin mode.
- Console With marvin mode on, press F2, type a command and press Enter.
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Cheat mode
| Cheat | Code | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Turn on marvin mode | PCmarvin | Type on the status screen, then close it. Needs patch v1.07 |
| Open the console | PCF2 | Opens the console once marvin mode is on |
God mode and health
| Cheat | Code | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| God mode | PCcheat god | Makes you invincible |
| Full heal | PCcheat full | Heals you completely |
| Restore HP | PCcheat eat | Restores your hit points |
| Refill key | PCF8 | Refills health and mana, even if you were dead |
Items and creatures
| Cheat | Code | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Spawn anything | PCinsert [item] | Spawns the item, creature or character with that name |
| Learning point map | PCinsert xp_map | A map that gives 1,000 ore and 20 learning points when used |
| Uriziel rune | PCinsert urizielrune | Spawns the Uriziel rune |
| Lichtbringer sword | PCinsert lichtbringer | Spawns the sword |
| Fully equipped character | PCinsert allround_testmodell | Spawns a character in god mode with very good gear and every spell |
| Troll | PCinsert troll | Spawns a troll |
| Meatbug | PCinsert meatbug | Spawns a meatbug |
Characters and skills
| Cheat | Code | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Edit your stats | PCedit abilities | Opens the editor for attributes, level, experience and learning points |
| Edit stats, short form | PCeab | The short form of edit abilities |
| Change back | PCremove | Turns you back into your hero if you are transformed |
Teleport
| Cheat | Code | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Teleport to waypoint | PCgoto waypoint [name] | Moves you to the named waypoint |
| Teleport to the castle | PCgoto pos | Moves you to the dungeon of the Old Camp castle |
| Walk to the fire mage temple | PCaigoto | Your hero walks there on his own |
| Load position | PCload position | Returns your character to the last position |
| Walk through walls | PCK | Moves you a few metres forward, through walls. Pressed repeatedly, the hero sinks into the ground |
Debug and testing
| Cheat | Code | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Kill target | PCkill | Kills the enemy in focus, with no experience |
| Kill target, second form | PCcheat kill | The longer form listed for the same kill |
| Control NPC | PCO | Takes control of the NPC in focus. Press again on yourself to return |
| Hurt yourself | PCH | Your hero takes damage |
| Spin around | PCZ | Your hero turns in a circle |
| Window mode | PCF3 | Plays the game in a window |
| Normal camera | PCF4 | Back to the normal view |
| Fixed camera | PCF5 | Fixes the camera in place |
| Free camera | PCF6 | Moves the camera freely while the hero stays |
| Move through sections | PCF7 | Cycles through game sections. Use it with care |
| Auto-complete | PCautocomplement | Turns console auto-complete on or off |
| Save game | PCsave | Saves the current game |
| Load game | PCload game | Loads the last loaded game |
| Screenshot | PCprint | Saves the current image |
| Game version | PCversion | Shows the version number |
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How to enter cheats in Gothic 1
PC
- Open the status screen (B by default).
- Type marvin (the letters do not show) and close the screen.
- Check for testmode on in the top left corner.
- Press F2, type a command and press Enter.
How to enable developer mode in Gothic 1
- Back up gothic.ini in the game folder.
- Open it in a text editor and change the Testmode entry from 0 to 1.
- Start the game and press F2 to open the console.
Compatibility notes
Which releases these codes apply to, and where one behaves differently. Each note links to the source that documents it.
- Before patch v1.07 DLH.net says versions before v1.07 need Testmode changed from 0 to 1 in gothic.ini. Cheat Code Central gives the same edit. GameRevolution ties the typed marvin method to v1.07. DLH.net: Gothic cheats
- Gothic 1 Classic on Steam Steam users say you must be on the character screen, type marvin fast and allow for your layout. One AZERTY user types ,qrvin. The thread starter reports that typing and the Gothic.ini edit failed at first. Steam Community: How to open the console, Gothic 1 Classic
- Gothic 1 Remake (2026) GAMES.GG says the remake leaves marvin mode out, so its console needs a third-party mod. Everything on this page is for the original game. GAMES.GG: Gothic 1 Remake cheats and console commands guide
- Status screen words The Gothic Unity wiki marks words like guardian and taki, and 42 to turn marvin off, as documented for Gothic II and unconfirmed for Gothic 1. They are left off this page. Gothic Unity Wiki: Cheats and Marvin Mode
FAQ
How do you turn on cheats in Gothic 1?
Open the status screen with B, type marvin and close it. Then press F2 to open the console.
Why is marvin not working in Gothic 1?
You must be on the status screen, type the word quickly and account for your keyboard layout. Older versions need patch v1.07 or the Gothic.ini change.
Is there a god mode in Gothic 1?
Yes. Type cheat god in the console once marvin mode is on.
How do you spawn items in Gothic 1?
Type insert and the item name in the console, for example insert xp_map.
Do these cheats work in the Gothic 1 Remake?
No. GAMES.GG says the 2026 remake has no marvin mode and its console commands need a third-party mod.