Set Quest Stage (setstage)
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim — Cheat Codes
Sets a specific quest to a given stage, allowing you to skip or complete objectives.
Syntax
setstage [quest ID] [stage]Example
setstage MQ104 100💡 Notes
PC only. Quest IDs and stages vary; use console help or online resources. Can break quests if wrong.
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Find quest IDs
Type 'help [quest name]' to get the quest ID.
Use for bugs
If a quest is stuck, setstage to the next objective.
Complete quests
Set to final stage to complete the quest instantly.
🔧 Troubleshooting
Quest not updating
Ensure the stage number is correct; check online guides.
Game crashes
Reload a save if setting a wrong stage causes issues.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Using wrong stage numbers
- Skipping main quests
- Not saving before use
👍 Pros
- Skip quests
- Fix stuck quests
- Complete objectives
- Powerful
👎 Cons
- Disables achievements
- Can break story
- Requires exact IDs