Stellaris console commands let you add resources, finish research, build instantly, change planets and take control of empires. They run in the PC game's built-in console.
Syntax below was checked against the Paradox wiki and a second guide. The in-game help command lists everything available in your version.
How to open the console in Stellaris
- Start or load a game that is not Ironman.
- Press ` (tilde key, left of 1 on US keyboards). Other keys the wiki lists: Shift+2, Alt+2+1, Shift+3, §, ~, ^, ° or ².
- If none work, press Shift+Alt+C.
- Type a command and press Enter. Up and down arrows bring back previous commands.
- Type help to see the full list.
The console is a PC feature (Windows, macOS, Linux). No source documents console commands on Xbox or PlayStation, and Paradox only said it was investigating it in one forum reply, so treat it as unavailable there.
How Stellaris commands work
- Square brackets in guides mark placeholders. Do not type them.
- Many resource commands default to 5000 if you give no amount.
- Type debugtooltip to show IDs when hovering over game elements, useful for tech and event IDs.
Stellaris commands list
Resources
| Command | What it does |
|---|---|
cash 500 |
Adds energy credits. Default 5000 with no number. |
minerals 500 |
Adds minerals. |
alloys 500 |
Adds alloys. |
food 500 |
Adds food. |
influence 500 |
Adds influence. |
max_resources |
Fills every resource storage. |
resource consumer_goods 1000 |
Adds a named resource. Wiki notes the argument order is unclear, so test on your version. |
Research
| Command | What it does |
|---|---|
research_technology tech_automated_exploration |
Instantly researches the technology with that ID. |
finish_research |
Completes all active research and special projects. |
research_all_technologies |
Researches all non-repeatable technologies. |
Building, planets and ships
| Command | What it does |
|---|---|
instant_build |
Toggles instant construction and upgrades. Also affects AI empires and removes storage limits. |
planet_class pc_arid |
Changes the selected planet to that class. |
planet_size 30 |
Changes the size of the selected planet. |
survey |
Surveys all celestial objects. Needs a science ship. |
add_ship Avatar |
Creates a fleet with one ship of that design name. |
invincible |
Stops your ships from taking damage. |
add_relic all |
Grants every relic, per one guide. |
Control and events
| Command | What it does |
|---|---|
observe |
Switches to observer mode. |
play <empire ID> |
Takes control of an empire again. |
own |
Takes control of the selected fleet, starbase or planet. |
event anomaly.1 0 |
Triggers an event by ID, with an optional target ID. |
debugtooltip |
Shows IDs in tooltips. |
Stellaris console commands on Xbox
Stellaris is sold on Xbox and PlayStation, but every guide found describes the PC console only. Neither the wiki nor the guides document a way to enter commands on Xbox. Older Paradox forum statements said they were looking into it, and no later announcement was found.
If you want cheats, the PC version is the supported route.
Switch empire or watch the galaxy
Type observe to enter observer mode and play <empire ID> to take control again. Do not unpause while in observer mode: the AI then takes over your empire.
Build everything instantly
instant_build is a toggle. It completes constructions and upgrades at once and also helps AI empires, so turn it off again after use.
Why Stellaris console commands are not working
- Console will not open: try ` then ~, Shift+Alt+C, and confirm the game is not Ironman.
- resource command fails: try swapping the order of name and amount, or use cash, minerals, alloys, food or influence.
- Tech ID rejected: use debugtooltip and hover over the tech to see its ID.
- Achievements locked: commands disable them for that game.
Stellaris console commands FAQ
How do I open the Stellaris console?
In a non-Ironman PC game press ` or ~. If it does not work, try Shift+Alt+C or the other keys the wiki lists.
What are the Stellaris console commands for resources?
cash, minerals, alloys, food and influence each take an amount, such as cash 500. They default to 5000 with no number. max_resources fills all storage.
How do I finish research in Stellaris with the console?
Type finish_research for all active research, research_technology <tech id> for one tech, or research_all_technologies for every non-repeatable tech.
Do Stellaris console commands work on Xbox?
No documented method exists. The console is a PC feature, and no source shows commands on Xbox or PlayStation.
Do Stellaris console commands disable achievements?
Yes. The wiki says any console command disables achievements for that game.
Can I use Stellaris console commands in Ironman?
No. The console is only available in non-Ironman games.
How do I build instantly in Stellaris?
Type instant_build to toggle instant construction and upgrades. It also applies to AI empires.
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Sources
- Stellaris Wiki – Console commands
- Digital Trends – Stellaris cheats and console commands
- Search results on Xbox availability (Paradox forum, Tecnoblog)
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