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Disclaimer: Cheats are for single-player use only. Using cheats may disable achievements on Steam. Some commands may have unintended effects on your save files. Use at your own risk and always save before experimenting.
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How to Use Cheats
Paralives includes a built-in cheat system accessible through the console. To open the console:
- Press
Ctrl + Shift + C(Windows) orCtrl + Shift + C(Mac) during gameplay - Type your cheat command and press Enter
- Press
Ctrl + Shift + Cagain to close the console
Commands work immediately upon entry. Some commands may require a target to be selected first (like a specific Parafolk).
Note on Command Format
Commands are case-insensitive. Values in brackets (e.g., [amount]) should be replaced with actual numbers. All cheat commands are verified as of Early Access launch on May 25, 2026.
All Known Cheat Commands
Money & Resources
| Command | Effect |
|---|---|
| motherlode | Adds 50,000 Paradimes to household funds |
| money [amount] | Sets household funds to specified amount |
| addmoney [amount] | Adds specified amount to household funds |
Needs & Emotions
| Command | Effect |
|---|---|
| fill_all_needs | Fills all need bars to maximum for selected Parafolk |
| fill_need [need_name] [value] | Sets specific need to value (0-100) |
| clear_all_emotions | Removes all current emotions from selected Parafolk |
| set_emotion [emotion_name] [intensity] | Sets specific emotion with intensity level |
Skills & Progression
| Command | Effect |
|---|---|
| max_all_skills | Sets all skills to level 20 for selected Parafolk |
| set_skill [skill_name] [level] | Sets specific skill to specified level (1-20) |
| add_personality_points [amount] | Adds personality points to selected Parafolk |
Aging & Life Stages
| Command | Effect |
|---|---|
| aging on | Enables aging for selected Parafolk |
| aging off | Disables aging for selected Parafolk |
| age [lifestage] | Advances Parafolk to specified life stage (baby, toddler, child, preteen, teen, youngadult, adult, elder) |
| advance_day | Skips to the next day |
| advance_week | Skips forward one week |
Relationships
| Command | Effect |
|---|---|
| max_all_relationships | Maxes out all relationship levels for selected Parafolk |
| set_relationship [target_name] [label] [level] | Sets specific relationship label to level |
World & Gameplay
| Command | Effect |
|---|---|
| unlock_all | Unlocks all content and features |
| debug_mode | Enables debug mode with additional options |
| reset_lot | Resets current lot to default state |
| teleport [location_name] | Teleports selected Parafolk to specified location |
| spawn_collectible [collectible_name] | Spawns specified collectible near selected Parafolk |
Debug Menu
Entering debug_mode in the console unlocks additional options:
- Free Build — Build without spending Paradimes
- Invisible Parafolks — Make Parafolks invisible (visual effect only)
- Time Control — Pause, speed up, or slow down time
- Inspect Mode — View detailed stats and data for any object or Parafolk
- Force Event — Trigger specific events manually
Pro tip: The debug_mode command is incredibly useful for content creators and storytellers. It lets you set up complex scenarios quickly without the time investment of normal gameplay.
Cheat Tips
- Save before using cheats. Some commands can have unexpected side effects. Keep a clean save before experimenting.
- Use motherlode for building. If you want to experiment with elaborate builds without grinding money,
motherlodeis your friend. - Fill needs before skill sessions. Use
fill_all_needsbefore practicing skills to maximize learning speed. - Debug mode for screenshots. Debug mode lets you set up perfect scenes for photography and content creation.
- Aging off for legacy play. If you want to keep founding generation Parafolks alive indefinitely, use
aging off. - Some commands require selection. Commands targeting specific Parafolks (skills, needs, relationships) usually require that Parafolk to be selected first in-game.
Achievement warning: Using cheat commands will likely disable Steam achievements for that save file. If you care about achievements, keep a cheat-free save separate from your achievement-hunting save.