Debug Console with v4.04

[Nordo22]

For some reason I can't get Debug Console on TW3 v4.04.
I'm using the manual method (adding DBGConsoleOn=true to General.ini).

Has anyone successfully activated Debug Console in v4.04?

[cRunchTM76]

Hi,

Yes, I'm running patch 4.04 and I can use the console to add codes.

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Here's something you can try, I use VS Code to edit these files, but you can use whatever text editor you have, for example notepad. For example: addmoney(1000) gives you $1,000.00

You might try to do this (MAKE SURE TO DO A BACKUP COPY OF THE MODIFIED FILES FIRST):

* I always create a .zip file of modified files before editing them, you can keep them in the same folder, just incase something goes sideways.

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Open your *path_to_your_game_install_directory*\The Witcher 3\bin\config\base\general.ini

Search for General, and add DBGConsoleOn=true <- below the information already in there.

[General]

ConfigVersion=5

DBGConsoleOn=true

Then:

SAVE THE FILE

- Toggle on/off the console using the ` tild key (to the left of the number 1 key on a English language keyboard), accessing the console when you want to add a cheat or gameplay bypass, items, ect.

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Open your C:\Users\*your_username*\Documents\The Witcher 3\user.settings

Search for General

Make it read:

[General]

ConfigVersion=5

DBGConsoleOn=true

Then:

SAVE THE FILE

- Toggle on/off the console using the ` tilde key (to the left of the number 1 key on a English language keyboard), accessing the console when you want to add a cheat or gameplay bypass, items, etc.

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You'll know if the console is working, when you tap the ` tilde key and an overlay pops-up over the in game screen, and then after entering your code tap the Enter key and again the ` tilde key to close the console overlay.

If that doesn't work for you, I don't know if using a mod would. I don't use a mod in patch 4.04 for the console, so I could not recommend one.

Good luck. :smile:

[Nordo22]

Thanks.
I did everything as you describe in the game (General.ini), but I didn't add the command to my User settings.
Cheers

Edit - Yep, that's all I had to do.
Thanks :cool:

Edited August 15, 2023 by Nordo22

[cRunchTM76]

Great, I'm glad the information could help.

[Math2505]

For some reason I can't get Debug Console on TW3 v4.04.

I'm using the manual method (adding DBGConsoleOn=true to General.ini).

 

Has anyone successfully activate

Nothing works for me, also the user.settings comes back to normal after i start the game, the DBGConsoleOn=true line is deleteted.

[cRunchTM76]

 

For some reason I can't get Debug Console on TW3 v4.04.

I'm using the manual method (adding DBGConsoleOn=true to General.ini).

 

Has anyone successfully activate

Nothing works for me, also the user.settings comes back to normal after i start the game, the DBGConsoleOn=true line is deleteted.

 

 

Yes, unfortunately that happens, it did to me as well, just try to add it back, after you've loaded the game, then try to use the console `tilde key.

 

Other than that, I cannot think of any thing else, sorry, good luck (I've finished the game, so I'm not here very often lately.

[KillerFrostk1]

It can be a bit finicky, but activating the Debug Console in Witcher 3 v4.04 via the General.ini method should work. Double-check for any typos or errors in the file. Sometimes a fresh installation or verifying game files can help. Others have had success, so keep at it, and it should work for you too!

Edited October 22, 2023 by KillerFrostk1