Everything You Need to Know — From Enabling Cheats to Spawning Items
If you want to enable god mode, spawn items, or just mess around in Subnautica without grinding for resources, subnautica console commands are your best friend. They give you direct control over the game — from your health and inventory to the entire underwater world around you.
To open the console on PC, press F3 to open the settings overlay, then press F8 to unlock your mouse cursor. You’ll see a checkbox at the top — uncheck it to enable the console. Then press the tilde key (~) or Enter to open the command input box. Type your command and hit Enter. That’s it.
Quick Reference: At a Glance
Here’s a fast overview of console command basics across versions and platforms:
| Detail | Info |
| Game | Subnautica / Subnautica: Below Zero |
| Developer | Unknown Worlds Entertainment |
| Platform (PC) | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Platform (Console) | Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4/5 |
| Console Key (PC) | ~ (tilde) or Enter after enabling |
| Enable Step 1 | Press F3 to open the overlay |
| Enable Step 2 | Press F8 to free the mouse |
| Enable Step 3 | Uncheck ‘Disable Console’ option |
| Console on Xbox/PS? | No native console support |
| Achievement Warning | Using commands disables achievements for that session |
| Case Sensitivity | Commands are NOT case-sensitive |
How to Enable the Console in Subnautica
The console is hidden by default, but enabling it takes less than a minute. Here’s exactly how to do it:
- Launch Subnautica and load into any game session (or the main menu works too).
- Press F3 on your keyboard. A settings panel will appear in the upper-left corner.
- Press F8 to free your mouse cursor so you can interact with that panel.
- Find the checkbox labeled ‘Disable Console’ and uncheck it.
- Press F3 again to close the overlay. Press F8 again to lock your cursor back.
- Now press the tilde key (~) or the Enter key to open the console input bar.
- Type your command and hit Enter to execute it.
Important: On Xbox and PlayStation, there is currently no official way to access console commands. These are exclusive to the PC version of the game.
Achievement Note: The moment you type any command, Subnautica will disable achievements for that entire session. Always save your game before using any console commands — just in case.
How to Use Console Commands
Once the console is open, using it is pretty straightforward. A few things to keep in mind:
- Type the command exactly as written — no extra spaces needed.
- Commands are NOT case-sensitive. ‘ITEM’ works the same as ‘item’.
- For commands that need an ID (like spawning an item), you’ll need the exact item code.
- If a command doesn’t work, double-check that the console is actually enabled.
- You can press the Up Arrow key to cycle through previously used commands.
All Subnautica Console Commands — Full List
Below are all the major console commands organized by category for easy reference.
Survival & Player Commands
| Command | What It Does |
| nodamage | Disables all damage taken by the player |
| noenergy | Disables energy consumption for tools and vehicles |
| nosurvival | Turns off hunger and thirst needs |
| oxygen | Gives you unlimited oxygen underwater |
| radiation | Toggles radiation damage on or off |
| invisible | Makes creatures ignore and not attack you |
| fastbuild | Instantly completes building placement |
| fastscan | Scanner tool scans instantly |
| fastgrow | Plants in your base grow at maximum speed |
| fasthatching | Eggs in the alien containment hatch immediately |
| unlockall | Unlocks all blueprints and technologies |
| clearinventory | Wipes everything from your inventory |
| kill | Kills your character instantly (useful for resetting position) |
Item & Resource Spawning Commands
Use the ‘item’ command followed by the item’s ID code and the quantity you want.
| Command | What It Does |
| item [itemID] [amount] | Spawns a specific item directly into your inventory |
| spawn [itemID] [amount] | Spawns the item in the world in front of you |
| give [itemID] [amount] | Alternative way to give yourself items |
| item titanium 20 | Example: gives you 20 titanium |
| item seaglide 1 | Spawns a Seaglide in your inventory |
| item battery 5 | Gives 5 batteries to your inventory |
| item firstaidkit 10 | Gives 10 first aid kits |
| item silicone 10 | Spawns 10 silicone rubber |
| item uraninitecrystal 5 | Spawns 5 uraninite crystals |
| item copper 20 | Gives 20 copper ore |
Vehicle Commands
| Command | What It Does |
| spawn seamoth | Spawns a Seamoth submarine near you |
| spawn exosuit | Spawns a Prawn Suit (exosuit) |
| spawn cyclops | Spawns a Cyclops submarine |
| vehicleupgrades | Gives all vehicle upgrade modules |
| nodamage | Vehicles also take no damage with this active |
| precursorkeys all | Unlocks all alien facility keys |
World & Environment Commands
| Command | What It Does |
| day | Instantly sets the time to daytime |
| night | Instantly sets the time to nighttime |
| sunrise | Jumps to sunrise time of day |
| sunset | Jumps to sunset time of day |
| fog | Toggles underwater fog on or off |
| fov [value] | Changes your field of view (default is around 60) |
| freecam | Enables a detached free camera for exploring |
| warpforward [meters] | Moves you forward by the set number of meters |
| entreset | Resets all entity positions in the area |
| farplane [distance] | Sets draw distance for the world |
| weather [type] | Changes weather conditions above water |
Teleportation Commands
| Command | What It Does |
| warp [x] [y] [z] | Teleports you to exact world coordinates |
| goto [biome] | Teleports you to a named biome instantly |
| goto kelp | Example: sends you to the Kelp Forest biome |
| goto lostriver | Teleports to the Lost River |
| goto deepgrandreef | Teleports to the Deep Grand Reef |
| goto mountainisland | Teleports to the Mountain Island |
| goto aurora | Teleports near the Aurora wreck |
| goto dunes | Teleports to the Dunes biome |
| warpme | Teleports you back to the last vehicle you were in |
Most Useful Commands for Beginners
If you’re new to Subnautica and just want a head start, these are the commands worth knowing first:
| Command | Why It Helps |
| unlockall | Instantly unlocks every blueprint — great if you hate early grinding |
| nodamage | God mode essentially — nothing can kill you |
| oxygen | No more panicking underwater about air supply |
| nosurvival | Skip hunger and water needs entirely |
| item seaglide 1 | Get the Seaglide early for fast swimming |
| goto aurora | Jump straight to the Aurora for the story |
| freecam | Explore the map without moving your character — great for scouting |
Subnautica: Below Zero Console Commands
Subnautica: Below Zero uses the same console system as the original game. The method to enable it is identical — F3, then F8, uncheck ‘Disable Console’, and use the tilde or Enter key to open the input box.
Most commands from the original Subnautica carry over, but Below Zero has its own unique items, biomes, and creatures. Here are some Below Zero-specific commands worth knowing:
| Command | What It Does (Below Zero) |
| goto twistybridge | Teleports to the Twisty Bridges biome |
| goto crystalcave | Goes to the Crystal Caves |
| goto lilypadisland | Teleports to the Lilypad Islands |
| spawn snowstalker | Spawns a Snow Stalker creature nearby |
| item seatruck 1 | Spawns the Sea Truck (replaces Cyclops in BZ) |
| item hoverbike 1 | Spawns the Snowfox hoverbike on land |
| item suits 1 | Spawns the diving and cold suits |
| warpme | Returns you to your last vehicle, same as original |
The main difference in Below Zero is the surface environment — some commands like weather and temperature matter more here since you’ll be spending time above ground in the Arctic.
Do Console Commands Disable Achievements?
Yes — and this is one of the most important things to know before you start typing commands.
The moment you enter any console command in Subnautica, the game disables achievements for that entire play session. This applies to Steam, Epic Games, and Microsoft Store versions of the game.
| Scenario | Achievements Affected? |
| You enable the console but don’t type anything | No — just enabling it doesn’t trigger it |
| You type a command and then quit to main menu | Yes — that session is flagged |
| You load a different save that was never used with commands | No — other saves are fine |
| You use commands early, then play legitimately later in same session | Yes — whole session is locked |
| You restart the game and load a clean save | No — achievements work again |
Pro Tip: Keep a separate, untouched save file for achievement hunting. Use a second save slot freely for console command experimentation. This way you never accidentally lock yourself out of a hard-earned achievement.
Common Errors & Fixes
Running into issues? Here are the most common problems people face with Subnautica console commands and how to fix them:
| Problem | Likely Cause | Fix |
| Console won’t open | ‘Disable Console’ still checked | Redo the F3 > F8 > uncheck steps carefully |
| Tilde key not working | Keyboard layout issue | Try pressing Enter instead of ~ to open the console |
| Command says ‘unknown’ | Typo in command or wrong ID | Double-check spelling — item IDs are exact |
| Item doesn’t appear | Wrong item ID used | Look up the exact in-game item code |
| Game crashed after command | Spawned too many entities at once | Avoid spawning hundreds of items at once |
| Achievements still locked after restart | Command was used in that save | Load a different save that was never used with commands |
| ‘goto’ biome not working | Wrong biome name spelling | Check exact biome name — all lowercase, no spaces |
Final Tips & Best Practices
Console commands can completely change how you experience Subnautica — for better or worse. Here are a few tips to get the most out of them:
- Always save your game before using any new command — some can cause unexpected bugs.
- Use a dedicated ‘sandbox’ save file for experimenting with commands freely.
- If you’re playing for the first time, consider doing at least one full survival playthrough before using cheats — the tension is part of what makes the game great.
- The ‘goto’ biome commands are perfect for quickly exploring the map or finding story points you’ve missed.
- Combine ‘unlockall’ with ‘nosurvival’ for a completely stress-free building experience if that’s what you’re after.
- The ‘freecam’ command is underrated — great for taking screenshots or checking out areas before diving in.
At the end of the day, Subnautica is your game to play how you want. Whether you’re using console commands to push through a frustrating stretch, test out builds, or just enjoy exploring — there’s no wrong way to use them. The ocean is yours.
Last Updated: 2025 | Applies to Subnautica and Subnautica: Below Zero (PC)
