PC The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Cheats
Published June 6, 2024 at 11:14 am
Discover a comprehensive guide to the latest cheats for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, including console commands and tips to enhance your gameplay experience on PC.

Unlocking Unlimited Health
To give yourself a major advantage in Skyrim, you can use the code to gain unlimited health.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key, which is usually located just below the Esc key on most keyboards.
Type “player.modav health 999999” and hit Enter.
This cheat will set your health to an incredibly high value, making you nearly invincible during battles.
Infinite Stamina for Endless Sprinting
If you want to sprint across the vast landscapes of Skyrim without getting tired, infinite stamina is the way to go.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type in “player.modav stamina 999999” and press Enter.
This will set your stamina to a very high number, allowing you to sprint endlessly.
Maxing Out Magicka
For the magic users out there, having unlimited magicka can make casting powerful spells much easier.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “player.modav magicka 999999” and hit Enter.
This will give you a massive pool of magicka to cast spells without worry.
Becoming Invisible
Sometimes you just want to sneak past enemies or avoid unnecessary battles. Use the invisibility cheat to become undetectable.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “player.addspell 0003cbb5” and press Enter.
You will gain the Invisibility spell, which you can then cast to become invisible for a short period.
Adding Gold to Your Inventory
Need some extra gold? This cheat will help you become rich in no time.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “player.additem f 10000” and hit Enter.
This cheat will instantly add 10,000 gold to your inventory.
Carrying More Items
Increase your carrying capacity so you never have to leave valuable loot behind.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “player.modav carryweight 5000” and press Enter.
This will significantly increase your carrying capacity, allowing you to carry more items.
Unlocking All Spells
Why limit yourself to just a few spells when you can have them all?
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “psb” and hit Enter.
This command will unlock all spells in the game for your character to use.
Adding Lockpicks to Your Inventory
Running out of lockpicks can be frustrating, especially if you’re in the middle of a dungeon. Here’s how to ensure you always have enough.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “player.additem a 100” and press Enter.
This will add 100 lockpicks to your inventory, so you can pick locks without worry.
Teleporting to Locations
If you want to quickly travel to a specific location, you can use the teleportation cheat.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “coc” followed by the cell ID of the location you want to go to, and then hit Enter.
For example, “coc Whiterun” will teleport you to Whiterun.
Toggling Immortal Mode
You might occasionally want to toggle immortal mode to prevent your character from dying.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “tim” and press Enter.
This will enable Immortal Mode, making you unable to die. You can toggle it off by typing “tim” again.
Changing Your Appearance
If you’re not satisfied with your character’s appearance, you can change it at any time.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “showracemenu” and press Enter.
This will bring up the race menu, where you can change your appearance, race, and other attributes.
Resetting Your Perks
Sometimes you might want to change your skill set or reset all the perks you’ve chosen. This cheat will help you do just that.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “player.resetperk” followed by the perk ID and press Enter.
You can find the perk IDs on UESPWiki or other Skyrim resources. For example, “player.resetperk 000c44ba” will reset a particular perk.
Resetting NPCs
If an NPC is stuck or not behaving as expected, you can reset them using the console.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Click on the NPC to select them and type “resurrect” followed by a 1 to reset the NPC.
This can fix various issues or bugs you might encounter in the game.
Completing Quests Instantly
If you’re stuck on a particular quest, you can instantly complete it using the console.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “completequest” followed by the quest ID and press Enter.
You can find the quest IDs on UESPWiki or other Skyrim resources. For example, “completequest 0001d4f3” will complete a specific quest.
Increasing Skills Instantly
Need to enhance your skills rapidly? This cheat will instantly level up your chosen abilities.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “player.advskill” followed by the skill name and the amount you want to increase it by, then hit Enter.
For example, you can type “player.advskill smithing 100000” to level up your Smithing skill instantly.
Getting Unlimited Shouts
The Dragonborn’s shouts are powerful, but waiting for cooldowns can be a drag. Here’s how to bypass that.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “player.addshout” followed by the shout ID and hit Enter. You can find shout IDs on UESPWiki or other Skyrim resources.
For example, “player.addshout 00013E07” will add the Unrelenting Force shout to your arsenal.
Adding Dragon Souls
Unlocking Dragon Shouts requires Dragon Souls. Here’s how to get them without having to fight dragons.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “player.forceav dragonsouls” followed by the number of souls you want, then hit Enter.
For instance, “player.forceav dragonsouls 10” will add 10 Dragon Souls to your inventory.
Controlling the Weather
Wish for a different weather condition in Skyrim? You can control that too.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “fw” followed by the weather ID and press Enter. You can find weather IDs on Skyrim resources like UESPWiki.
For example, “fw 10e1f2” will make the weather clear and sunny.
Boosting Your Speed
If you want to move faster through the world of Skyrim, you can boost your character’s speed.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “player.setav speedmult” followed by the desired value and hit Enter. The default value is 100.
For example, “player.setav speedmult 200” will double your movement speed.
Obtaining Powerful Weapons
Desire a powerful weapon to defeat your enemies more easily? Here’s a cheat for that.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “player.additem” followed by the weapon ID and quantity, then press Enter. You can find weapon IDs on resources like UESPWiki.
For example, “player.additem 000139B9 1” will add a Daedric Sword to your inventory.
Unlocking All Shouts
Having access to all Dragon Shouts can be quite empowering. Here’s how you can unlock them all at once.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “player.teachword” followed by the shout ID and hit Enter. Repeat for each word of the shout.
For instance, “player.teachword 13E23” will add the first word of the Unrelenting Force shout.
Free Camera Mode
Want to get a unique screenshot or view without the usual camera constraints? Use the free camera mode.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “tfc” and press Enter.
This will enable the free camera mode, allowing you to move the camera freely around the world.
Pausing Time
If you need a break or want to line up the perfect shot, you can pause time in Skyrim.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “tgp” and press Enter.
This will pause the game time until you re-enable it by typing “tgp” again.
Customizing Your Character’s Size
Want to feel colossal or tiny? Here’s how to change your character’s size.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “player.setscale” followed by a number. 1 is the default size, values less than 1 make you smaller, and values greater than 1 make you larger.
For example, “player.setscale 2” will make you twice your normal size.
Enabling God Mode
If you want to be completely invincible with unlimited resources, God Mode is the cheat for you.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “tgm” and press Enter.
This will enable God Mode, giving you unlimited health, stamina, and magicka, along with other benefits.
Leveling Up Quickly
If you want to level up your character quickly, you can use this cheat to gain experience.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “player.setlevel” followed by the level you want to achieve, then hit Enter.
For example, “player.setlevel 50” will set your character’s level to 50.
Instantly Killing Enemies
Want to quickly dispatch your foes without breaking a sweat? Use this cheat to instantly kill any enemy you target.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Click on the target you want to kill to select them.
Type “kill” and press Enter.
This will instantly kill the selected enemy, making tough battles much easier.
Reviving Yourself
If you find yourself on the brink of death or have already succumbed to your injuries, you can revive yourself quickly.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “resurrect” and press Enter.
This will bring your character back to life with full health.
Teleporting NPCs to Your Location
If you need an NPC to come to you for a quest or interaction, you can teleport them to your location.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “prid” followed by the NPC’s reference ID, then press Enter.
Next, type “moveto player” and hit Enter.
This will teleport the selected NPC to your current location.
Increasing Your Jump Height
If you want to leap over obstacles or simply see more of the landscape, you can increase your jump height.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “player.setav jumpheight” followed by the desired value. The default value is 76.
For example, “player.setav jumpheight 200” will significantly increase your jump height.
Adding Perks
Leveling up can take time, but adding perks instantly can make your gameplay more enjoyable.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “player.addperk” followed by the perk ID, then press Enter. You can find perk IDs on Skyrim resources.
For instance, “player.addperk 000BE127” will add the Overdraw perk, which increases bow damage.
Resetting NPC Aggression
If an NPC becomes hostile towards you, you can reset their aggression level to avoid conflict.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Click on the NPC to select them.
Type “resetai” and press Enter.
This will reset the selected NPC’s behavior and make them non-hostile.
Unlocking Doors and Chests
Don’t want to bother with lockpicking? Here’s how you can unlock doors and chests instantly.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Click on the door or chest you wish to unlock to select it.
Type “unlock” and press Enter.
This will immediately unlock the selected door or chest without the need for lockpicking.
Adding Potions to Your Inventory
Running low on healing potions? Add them instantly with this cheat.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “player.additem 00039BE5” followed by the quantity you want, then press Enter.
This will add the specified amount of Healing Potions to your inventory.
Manipulating Time
Need more daylight or want to skip to a specific time? You can manipulate time in Skyrim easily.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “set timescale to” followed by a number. The default value is 20.
For example, “set timescale to 1” will make time pass very slowly, while “set timescale to 100” will make it pass quickly.
Obtaining Unique Items
Want to collect rare and unique items without going through quests? Use this cheat to add them to your inventory.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “player.additem” followed by the item ID and quantity, then hit Enter. You can find item IDs on resources like UESPWiki.
For example, “player.additem 0002ac62 1” will add the Amulet of Talos to your inventory.
Speeding Up Wait Time
Tired of waiting for hours to pass? You can speed up the wait time in Skyrim.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “fw” followed by a weather ID, then press Enter.
This will change the weather immediately, and skipping time will be much faster.
Boosting Critical Hit Damage
If you want to deal massive damage with critical hits, you can increase the critical damage multiplier.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “player.modav critdamagemult” followed by the desired value. The default value is 1.
For example, “player.modav critdamagemult 5” will increase your critical hit damage by five times.
Freezing the Game for Screenshots
If you’re struggling to capture the perfect screenshot, you can freeze the game.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “sgtm 0” and press Enter.
This will freeze the game, allowing you to take your screenshots. Type “sgtm 1” to resume the game.
Granting Yourself All Shouts Instantly
Instead of unlocking Dragon Shouts one by one, you can grant them all instantly.
Open the console by pressing the tilde (~) key.
Type “player.addshout” for each desired Dragon Shout, and hit Enter.
For example, “player.addshout 00013E24” will add the second word of the Unrelenting Force shout to your inventory quickly.

Avery Ingram
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