# Enabling Console Commands in *Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl* – A Cheats and Debugging Guide
*Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl* is a much-awaited first-person shooter that plunges players into the eerily immersive Zone. While the game presents players with challenging difficulty and complex mechanics, there are moments when cheats and console commands become invaluable. Whether you’re facing a glitched quest, trying to skip a particularly difficult segment, or simply eager to experiment with the game’s features, the debug console can be incredibly useful.
In this guide, we will demonstrate how to enable the console commands in *Stalker 2* using a straightforward method. From adjusting the difficulty level to spawning items, teleporting, or even activating God Mode, these cheats can assist you in navigating the Zone effortlessly.
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## **The Benefits of Using Cheats in Stalker 2**
Cheats aren’t solely for those wanting to sail through the game. They’re also beneficial for:
– **Correcting broken quests**: Generate missing quest items or teleport to hard-to-reach spots to finish glitchy missions.
– **Exploration**: Use fly or no-clip mode to uncover secret areas or discover hidden elements.
– **Experimentation**: Try out various weapons, artifacts, and gear combinations without the need for grinding.
– **Convenience**: Gather ammunition, cash, or health supplies when resources become limited.
Whether you’re a casual gamer or an experienced player, cheats can greatly improve your gameplay experience in the Zone.
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## **Steps to Install UETools for Console Commands**
To access the debug console and enable cheats in *Stalker 2*, you’ll need to download a mod named **UETools – Developer Console. Debugging**. This mod is freely accessible on Nexusmods and is simple to install. Follow these steps:
### **Installation Guidelines**
1. **Obtain UETools**: Go to the [Nexusmods page for UETools](https://www.nexusmods.com/stalker2heartofchornobyl/mods/64?tab=description) and download the mod.
2. **Extract the Files**: Unzip the contents of the downloaded zip file.
3. **Find the Game Directory**: Navigate to the *Stalker 2* installation folder. Within, locate the subfolder `Stalker2ContentPaks`.
4. **Create a Mods Folder**: If a `~mods` folder isn’t already present in the `Paks` directory, make one.
5. **Transfer the Files**: Place all UETools files into the `~mods` folder.
After installing, start the game and press **F10** (or the `^` key situated below the Escape key) to access the console.
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## **Important Console Commands for Stalker 2**
After installing UETools, you can enter various commands to alter the game. Below are some of the most practical cheats:
### **Gameplay Cheats**
– **God Mode**: `XSetGodMode true` (turn off with `XSetGodMode false`)
– **Unlimited Money**: `XAddMoneyToPlayer Y` (replace `Y` with your desired amount)
– **Fly Mode**: `UETools_Fly` (turn off with `UETools_Walk`)
– **No-Clip Mode**: `UETools_Ghost` (turn off with `UETools_Walk`)
– **Eliminate All Nearby Enemies**: `XKillThemAll`
– **Disable Friendly Fire**: `XSVFriendlyFire false` (enable with `XSVFriendlyFire true`)
– **Halt Emission Events**: `XStopEmission`
– **Alter In-Game Time**: `XSetGameTime X Y Z` (substituting `X`, `Y`, and `Z` with hours, minutes, and seconds)
### **Screenshot Functions**
– **Capture a 4K Screenshot Without UI**: `UETools_PromoScreenshot 3`
– Screenshots save in `C:UsersUsernameAppDataStalker2SavedScreenshots`.
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## **Spawning Items and Gear**
Require a particular weapon, artifact, or armor piece? Utilize the following command to spawn items directly into your inventory:
### **Item Spawn Command**
`XCreateItemInInventoryByID X Y Z V`
– **X**: Item ID (see examples later)
– **Y**: Always set to `0`
– **Z**: Quantity of the item
– **V**: Item durability (1 for 100% durability, or values ranging from 0.1 to 0.9 for 10% to 90% durability)
### **Sample Item IDs**
Here are some highlights from the comprehensive list of item IDs:
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