To use developer commands today, you typically need to use the or install a small mod from the Long War team to re-activate the interface. Method 1: The Key Binding Method (No Mods)
: Follow the included instructions to replace your Engine.upk file (be sure to backup your original first). xcom enemy within enable console commands
Once the command is saved, launch the game. Once you are loaded into the main menu or a tactical mission, press the on your keyboard. This is usually located above the Tab key and to the left of the 1 key. To use developer commands today, you typically need
Console commands in XCOM: Enemy Within let you spawn items, instantly complete research, give yourself resources, or even teleport soldiers. However, the console is hidden by default. Here’s how to unlock it. Once you are loaded into the main menu
Press the Tab key (above Caps Lock). You will see a grey text bar slide down from the top of the screen.
| Command | Effect | | :--- | :--- | | GivePromotion | Promotes the selected soldier by one rank. | | LevelUpBarracks [rank number] | Promotes every soldier in your barracks. (Rank 3 = Sergeant, 7 = Colonel). | | GivePerk [PerkName] | Grants a specific ability (e.g., GivePerk RapidFire ). Use the internal name (found on wikis). | | RemovePerk [PerkName] | Removes a perk. Useful if you misclicked a skill tree. | | SpawnSoldier [Firstname] [Lastname] [Class] | Creates a rookie. Classes: Heavy , Assault , Support , Sniper . |
You typed -allowconsole , pressed Tab, and... nothing happened. Here is the fix for the three most common problems.