If you want to use cheats or experiment with game mechanics in Europa Universalis 5, you’ll first need to enable debug mode. This special setting allows you to open the console and use commands that can change your game, test features, or even fix issues. Here’s how you can do it step by step.
What is Debug Mode In Europa Universalis 5
Debug mode is a special developer feature that unlocks several tools that aren’t available in normal play.
When enabled, it lets you open the console to use commands, instantly switch countries or control states on the map, view hidden technical information about provinces, markets, and nations, and test or reload mod files without restarting the game.
How to Enable Debug Mode in Europa Universalis 5
- Using the Game Launcher
If you are using the Europa Universalis 5 launcher, open it and go to the Game Settings tab. Scroll down until you see the option that lets you start the game in debug mode, then click on Launch. This is the simplest method, as there is no manual setup required.
- Through Steam
If you are using Steam, open your library, right-click on Europa Universalis 5, and go to its Properties. Look for the section where you can change the launch options and add the debug mode command there. After that, you can start the game in the normal way.
- Directly on Windows (Without Steam)
If you are playing without Steam, you can still activate debug mode. Go to the folder where the game is installed, open the “binaries” folder, and create a shortcut of the main executable file.
Then open the shortcut’s properties and add the debug mode command in the target field. From now on, use this shortcut to start the game whenever you want to access console commands.
How to Enable Console in Europa Universalis 5
Once you’ve started the game with the debug mode option, you can begin or load any save file. To access the console, you will need to press the key to the left of the Escape key on your keyboard.
While this is the default key for most keyboard layouts, it can differ depending on your country and keyboard configuration. When the console opens, you can input any available command and press Enter to execute it.
Once you are finished with your testing and would like to begin earning achievements again, remember to disable debug mode. Whether it was on the launcher, under the properties on Steam, or the shortcut settings, return to the place you enabled it and remove the command for debug mode.
Lastly, restart the game. You can check the main menu to confirm it’s disabled; if the checksum matches the standard one, you are back in normal mode.
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