Kill Target (kill)
fallout-new-vegas — Cheat Codes
Instantly kills the targeted NPC or creature.
Syntax
killExample
kill💡 Notes
PC only. Target the NPC with your crosshair and type 'kill' in console.
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Clear tough enemies
Use kill on legendary enemies to avoid long fights.
Quest shortcuts
Kill quest targets to skip combat sections.
Test builds
Kill enemies to test damage output.
🔧 Troubleshooting
NPC not dying
Some NPCs are essential and cannot be killed; use 'setessential [baseID] 0' first.
Quest stuck
Killing a quest NPC may break the quest; reload save.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Killing essential NPCs
- Using kill on companions accidentally
👍 Pros
- Instant elimination
- Clear areas
- Test combat
👎 Cons
- Can break quests
- No loot if scripted