RimWorld Cheats: Codes for PC

Codes last checked on against the sources listed at the bottom of this page. Covers PC, using Development mode's debug menu.

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God mode

CheatCodeEffect
God modePCGod ModeBuild, remove and edit almost anything freely, with no need or resource limits

Spawning

CheatCodeEffect
Spawn thingPCSpawn thingSpawn any item or building by choosing its def from a list
Spawn pawnPCSpawn PawnSpawn a pawn of a chosen kind and faction
Spawn weaponPCSpawn WeaponSpawn a chosen weapon on the map
Spawn apparelPCSpawn apparelSpawn a chosen piece of apparel on the map

Pawns

CheatCodeEffect
Give traitPCGive TraitAdd a trait to the targeted pawn
Give abilityPCGive AbilityGrant the targeted pawn a chosen ability
Tame animalPCTarget: Tame AnimalInstantly tame the targeted animal
Instant recruitPCTarget: RecruitInstantly recruit the targeted pawn
Trigger mental breakPCMental breakTrigger a mental break on the targeted pawn
Resurrect pawnPCTarget: ResurrectBring the targeted dead pawn back to life
Max skillPCMax SkillSet the targeted pawn's chosen skill to its maximum level

World and incidents

CheatCodeEffect
Change weatherPCChange weatherSwitch the current weather to one you pick
Finish all researchPCFinish All ResearchComplete every research project instantly
Trigger raidPCExecute raid with pointsTrigger a raid sized by a threat-points value you enter
Force enemy assaultPCForce Enemy AssaultForce a hostile faction on the map to attack
Force enemy retreatPCForce Enemy FleeForce a hostile faction on the map to retreat
Trigger explosionPCExplosionTrigger an explosion at a targeted spot

Prisoners and guests

CheatCodeEffect
Add prisonerPCAdd PrisonerAdd a random prisoner to your map
Add guestPCAdd GuestAdd a random visiting guest pawn to your map

How to enter cheats

PC

  1. Open the game menu with Escape and go to the General tab in Options.
  2. Turn on Development mode.
  3. Click the wrench-and-gear icon for the searchable Debug Actions menu.
  4. Choose an action from the table; some need you to click a target on the map first.

FAQ

How do you turn on cheats in RimWorld?

Open Options, go to the General tab, and turn on Development mode. A debug toolbar appears at the top of the screen.

Do RimWorld cheats disable achievements?

No. RimWorld has no Steam achievements, but debug actions edit your save directly, so back it up first.

What does God Mode do in RimWorld?

It lets you build, remove and edit almost anything freely, with no need or resource limits.

How do I find a specific debug action quickly?

Type into the search box at the top of the Debug Actions menu; it filters the list live.

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References: Holy.gg: RimWorld dev mode and cheat commands reference; Bisect Hosting: RimWorld console commands and cheats guide.