SimCity 4 Cheat Codes (PC Version)

Warning: Using cheat codes can take away from the challenge and enjoyment of SimCity 4. But, if you're set on it, here's a guide.

Important Note

Unlike SimCity 3, SimCity 4 uses a different approach for activating cheats. There are no traditional cheat codes you can type in during gameplay. Instead, cheats are enabled through a combination of pressing keys and using the in-game menus.

Activating Cheats

There are two main ways to activate cheats in SimCity 4:

1. God Mode (Ctrl + Shift + C):
• Press Ctrl, Shift, and C keys simultaneously during gameplay to open the God Mode menu.
• This menu provides various options for manipulating the city, including unlimited money, disabling disasters, and adjusting game speed.
• **Important:** Using God Mode disables achievements for your current city.
2. Unlocking Cheats (Unlock Cheats Menu):
• Go to the main menu and navigate to "Options" > "Unlock Cheats".
• This unlocks a menu within the game where you can enable specific cheats like revealing the entire map or disabling pollution.
• Using these cheats might not disable achievements, but they can still affect gameplay balance.

God Mode Cheats

Here are some examples of options available in the God Mode menu:

• Money: Set your city treasury to a specific amount.
• Bulldoze Cost: Make bulldozing buildings free.
• Pollution: Disable or enable pollution in your city.
• Disasters: Disable all disasters or enable specific ones.
• Unlock Buildings: Unlock all available buildings for construction.
• Max Population: Set your city's population to the maximum limit.
• Time Warp: Adjust the game speed (faster or slower).

Unlock Cheats Menu Options

Here are some examples of options available in the Unlock Cheats menu:

• Reveal Map: Shows the entire map, including unexplored areas.
• Disable Traffic Lights: Removes traffic lights from the city (use with caution).
• Unlock All Rewards: Grants all in-game rewards without completing challenges.
• Disable Natural Disasters: Prevents earthquakes, floods, and other disasters.
• Disable Aging: Stops buildings and Sims from aging and deteriorating.

Alternatives to Cheats

Consider these alternatives to using cheat codes in SimCity 4:

• Learn and master the game mechanics to build a successful city without relying on shortcuts.
• Use the in-game rewards system to unlock new buildings and features by completing challenges.
• Install mods that add new content or gameplay adjustments without breaking the core mechanics.
• There are online communities where you can find tips, strategies, and custom maps for SimCity 4.