Debug mode
Debug mode can be enabled on PC versions of the game. This enables functionality that is not normally available, such as access to a debug console, and additional debug functionality via certain function keys.
The first time the player opens the debug console, with default settings, it will say the following:
- CRT 0
- >>CRT FX OFF
- >SCHIFF 0
- >>YOUR HAIR FEELS STRANGELY NAKED
Enabling Debug mode[edit]
Debug mode only works on PC versions of the game.
There are three methods currently available.
Nexus Mods[edit]
The DebugConsole mod on Nexus mods is more easily reversible, and therefore probably the better method for most people.
In-Game Method[edit]
Simply press F7 then type in "ausruinen", and then hit enter while in gameplay.
If Elster took damage, then it worked.
Manual Method[edit]
To unlock the console you'll need a hex editor, open the GameAssembly.dll file, search for
C6 41 19 00 48 8B 74
and change the first 4 bytes of the result to 90, so you should get
90 90 90 90 48 8B 74
Note that you need to be viewing the contents of the file as hexadecimal values, not another format. You may need to download a hexadecimal viewer/editor for this. [1]
How to use[edit]
F7: Use F7 to bring up the debug console. The debug console commands are the primary way to use it, although some of the Function keys also provide debug functionality directly.
Type 'help' into the debug console to see a list of available commands.
Note: most commands have no effect during first person sections of the game.
Console Commands[edit]
F7 toggles the console. While the console is open, use PgUp/PgDown to scroll, and tab to autocomplete a suggestion. Press up/down to select previously used commands.
| command | description |
|---|---|
| scouter | show enemy hp |
| reset | resets the game |
| give/remove <itemname/all> | adds or removes item to the inventory. Note: to see a list of all items enter 'give' with no item name. |
| kami | invincibility |
| buddha | no death |
| hastur | no damage |
| heal | set hp to 100 |
| ghost | disable enemy ai |
| free | enable freecam |
| ts <value> | set timescale value. 0 causes the game to pause. 1 is the default value. 2 is double speed for everything in the game, etc. |
| ms <value> | set mouse sensitivity |
| mute/unmute | set master volume to 0 |
| gamestate <state> | force game state. Known state values: play, cutscene, dialogue (regular playing mode except player is stuck, used for parts where only dialogue is displayed on top of the normal game), eventscreen (1rst person moments), menu, paused and loading. Note: to see the current gamestate, enter 'gamestate', with no gamestate name. Also, the game will not like you tinkering with its gamestate, and will either softlock, or not do anything special. |
| lvl <int> | load scene |
| goto <roomname> | teleport to room. goto for list of rooms. |
| skip | load next scene in build order |
| ui | toggle ui overlay |
| stats | show fps and debug data overlay |
| locale <language> | set game language. Set to <ext> to enable non-essential loca. |
| raiden | show equipment on character |
| fox | toggle player model visibility |
| crt | toggle fullscreen crt emulation |
| gif | toggles film grain and vignette for better recording |
| retro <depth> | set fullscreen restricted color depth dithering (0 to disable) |
| crosshair | toggles the mouse aim crosshair |
| shake <value> | sets the screen shake modifier |
| yubi | switch aiming mode to hold or toggle. yubiyubi for quick aim |
| precursor | toggle permanent mouse cursor with auto-turn |
| autoload | toggle automatic reloading on an empty magazine |
| ether | toggle plyer collision |
| radio | toggle radio module |
| george <type> | colourblind test mode: 0=off 1=protanopia, 2=deuteranopia, 3=tritanopia |
| pp <mode> | set scaling mode: 0=pixel perfect, 1=letterboxed, 2=fit to screen |
| jtac | toggle decal-based lasers |
| test | load testing scene |
| funk | toggles quick radio |
| licht | toggles shoulder flashlight |
| smart | adds all books to the memory system. Note: this includes books that are not normally added to memory, like notes in first person sections. |
| amnesia | remove all books from the memory system |
| load <slot> | load game slot |
| bag <slots> | set inventory slots size |
| hausmeister | unlocks all doors in the current level |
| lockpick | unlocks the current door in range |
| intruder | go to the level selector menu |
| panzer | toggles retro tank-style controls |
| skill <value> | set skill level |
| lawnmower | infinite ammo. |
| nebel | toggle volumetric fog effects |
| spiegel | toggle realtime reflection effects |
| veil | toggle complex enemy rendering effects. |
| kill | kill all enemies in current rooms. kill all to kill all enemies in level |
| stegosaurus | toggle savegame encryption |
| abfuhr | toggle manual garbage collection |
| arsenal | add all weapons to the inventory |
| dakka <float> | set player damage modifier |
| integrity | show current damage reduction modifier from integrity |
| boxall | move current inventory contents to the storage box |
| schnecke | toggle restricted sprint |
| daumen | toggle sprint mode |
| gaumen | toggle stick sprint mode |
| session | show session id |
| null | throws a deliberate nullreferror for test purposes |
| clear | clears the cheat console history |
Hidden Console Commands[edit]
There are console commands which do not show up in the help menu, but are functional. They are often found by using autocomplete (i.e. typing a letter in the debug console and hitting tab)
| command | effect |
|---|---|
| checkcheck | outputs 'this is a safety violation.' Can be used in Penrose Memory to skip the checklist |
| mondenkind | completes the moon phase puzzle in rotfront and opens the hole |
| hell <number> | changes brightness levels between 0-infinity |
| schiff | gives player character a military hat on their model. |
| end | shows game stats related to the ending |
| timestate | ??? |
| flir | toggles d-glitch |
| outfit <number> | changes player appearance. valid numbers are 0-4 |
| commands | prints list of commands. same as help command |
| forcend <D,L,C> | Adds 20 points to death, leave, or circle ending to game and returns lore text related to each ending |
| achtung | prints a list of variables with true/false values that mark the completion of different achievements from a profile perspective |
| map | reveals the map. |
Function Keys[edit]
The function keys provide access to some debug functionality, some of which are just shortcuts to those present via the debug console, while some are only accessible via the function keys.
| Function Key | Effect |
|---|---|
| F2 | Highlights all pickup items, notes, and shows status of some doors
on screen, while in normal gameplay (top-down view) |
| F3 | show button inputs at the bottom of the screen |
| F4 | show pixel grid layout |
| F5 | hold to show mouse cursor |
| F7 | Toggle debug console |
| F9 | shows health, stamina, ??? modifier, and damage state |
| F10 | removes visual effects for clarity (equivalent to gif command) |
| F12 | shows gamestate, fps, and time (equivalent to stats command) |
Unique Outputs[edit]
Some commands will output text that is unexpected, or unique to itself.
| Command Input | Text Output |
|---|---|
| GIVE KEYOFGOLD | RECEIVED 1X KEY OF VOID |
| GIVE KEYOFAIR | RECEIVED 1X KEY OF EARTH |
| GIVE KEYOFEARTH | COURSE SOIL RUNS THROUGH YOUR FINGERS |
Change History[edit]
Version 1.2[edit]
- Some commands were changed. More documentation needed.
- "fox" now toggles player model visibility
- "help" and "commands" no longer return a list of commands and instead throw "Nothing can help you now."
Version 1.1[edit]
- Some commands were changed. More documentation needed.
- Commands 'help' no longer returns a list of commands.
Version 1.0[edit]
- Debug mode was released