Enable Console (PC)
dont-starve — Cheat Codes
Activates the developer console in Don't Starve, allowing you to input cheat commands.
Syntax
Press ` (tilde) or Ctrl+L (varies by keyboard layout) in-game.Example
Press ` then type c_give("goldnugget", 10) and press Enter.💡 Notes
PC only. Console is disabled by default on consoles and mobile. [verify] for Mac (use Option+`).
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Enable via launch options
Add -console to your Steam launch options to ensure the console opens reliably.
Use autocomplete
Press Tab while typing a command to autocomplete function names and item IDs.
Check log for errors
If a command fails, check the log.txt file in your game directory for error details.
🔧 Troubleshooting
Console doesn't open
Verify your keyboard layout; use Ctrl+L as an alternative shortcut.
Command not executing
Ensure you're in a world and not on the main menu; some commands require a loaded game.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Forgetting to enable -console in launch options
- Using console in multiplayer (causes desync)
👍 Pros
- Unlocks all debug commands
- Essential for testing mods
- Works in single-player modes
👎 Cons
- Not available on console versions
- May disable Steam achievements
- Requires precise typing