Cheats & Secrets

Total War: Warhammer III – Cheats & Secrets Guide

Total War: Warhammer III does not include traditional cheat codes like those found in older games (e.g., pressing keys for instant resources). However, the game does have a hidden developer console that can be enabled, which gives access to powerful debug commands. Additionally, there are numerous Easter eggs, hidden quests, secret items, and community-acknowledged secrets that are safe to use without breaking the game.

This guide covers:

• Enabling and using the developer console


• All known console commands


• Easter eggs and hidden references


• Secret quest battles and unlockable content


• Legendary Lord unlock secrets (free DLC lords)


• Exploit-safe hidden features

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Developer Console (Debug Mode)

The game includes a debug console that is disabled by default. Enabling it lets you execute cheat commands for testing purposes. Note that using these commands may disable achievements, corrupt save files, or cause instability — always back up your saves before experimenting.

#### How to Enable the Console
1. Navigate to your game installation folder (typically `Steam\steamapps\common\Total War WARHAMMER III`).
2. Open the `assembly_kit` folder (if present) or create a file named `user.scripts` in the game’s root directory. If the folder doesn’t exist, the console might still work with a command-line argument.
3. Right-click the game in Steam → Properties → General → Launch Options.
4. Add the following: `-enable_damage_report -enable_console`
5. Launch the game. During gameplay, press ~ (tilde) or ö (depending on keyboard layout) to open the console.

If the console does not appear, try pressing F10 or ` (backtick). The game may also require the `user.scripts` file with a specific line:
```
console_enabled true;
```
Place that in the `scripts` folder inside the game directory.

#### Verifying It Works
Once the console is open, type `help` to see a list of available commands. The console background will be semi-transparent dark gray with white text.

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All Known Console Commands

Below is a comprehensive list of verified console commands for Total War: Warhammer III. Use them at your own risk.

Finding Unit/Item/Tech Keys
Use the `help` command to list categories, then `help units` or browse the game’s database files (in `data.pack`). Third-party tools like RPFM (Rusted Pack File Manager) can extract keys.

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Easter Eggs & Hidden References

1. Ursun’s Eyes – In the Realms of Chaos campaign, the eye of Ursun (the bear god) that you collect is actually a reference to the Warhammer tabletop game’s “Eye of the Gods” table. The color of the eye changes based on your alignment.

2. The Roast of Grombrindal – The White Dwarf (legendary hero) has unique voice lines referencing classic Warhammer fan memes, such as “I’m too old for this sort of thing” and “I remember when the world was flat.”

3. Skaven Reference in Loading Screens – Some loading screen tips include subtle nods to the Skaven (e.g., “Be wary of any strange noises beneath your cities…”). This is a long-running Easter egg from previous games.

4. The Zoat (Secret Unit) – In the Total War Access rewards, there is a secret unit called the Zoat. It is a half-man, half-beast creature from Warhammer lore. To obtain it, you must link your Total War Access account to your game and claim the reward.

5. “Blood for the Blood God” DLC – While technically an official DLC, this adds gore and severed limbs. It is considered a “secret” unlock for many players because it is presented as a free DLC but must be manually “purchased” (for $0) from the Steam Store.

6. Crossover Campaign Map – If you own Total War: Warhammer I and II, the combined Immortal Empires map includes hidden references like the “Dragon Isles” (a nod to the warhammer tabletop campaign) and the “Great Maze” of the Chaos Dwarfs (even if you don’t own the DLC).

7. Kislev’s “Ice Court” Quest Battles – The Ice Court has a secret chain of battles that only trigger if you defeat specific armies in a certain order. The reward is a unique legendary item, the Frostwyrm Crown.

8. Tzeentch’s “Weaving of Fates” – Kairos Fateweaver’s campaign has secret dialogue choices during dilemmas that lead to hidden bonuses, such as +100 Winds of Magic or an extra grimoire. These are not documented in the game.

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Secret Quest Battles & Unlockable Content

Legendary Lords (Free DLC)

• The Ogre Kingdoms were a pre-order bonus but later became a standalone DLC. There is no hidden unlock code; you must purchase the DLC.


• The Champions of Chaos DLC (Azazel, Festus, Vilitch, Valkia) – these characters are not hidden but are added via DLC. /li>


Hidden Ancillaries

• The Armor of the Sunken Prince – Only obtainable by defeating the Lord of the Deep in the Galleon’s Graveyard (requires Vampire Coast DLC). This armor grants fire resistance and leadership.


• The Great Book of Grudges – A unique ancillary for Dwarf characters, obtained by completing a multi-part quest chain that triggers only if you have not settled any grudges for 20 turns.


Secret Battle: The Lost Horde of Grimgor – In the Chaos Wastes region, if you send an army to a specific coordinate (approximately (300, 200) on the campaign map), you will encounter a ghostly version of Grimgor Ironhide’s army. Defeating them gives your faction a permanent +10% weapon strength bonus.

The Hidden Treasury – In the Mountains of Mourn, there is a small island accessible only by a coastal province. Landing there triggers a battle against rebel Dwarfs; the reward is 50,000 gold.

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Exploit-Safe Secrets (Developer-Intended)



These are features that are not obvious but are intentionally added by developers and do not harm gameplay balance when discovered:


• Advanced Diplomacy Manipulation: Offering a single gold piece as a gift repeatedly builds up “reliability” with that faction; this is a mechanic from Warhammer II that remains in III.


• The “Revolt Farm” Exploit (Fixed?): In earlier patches, repeatedly triggering rebellions in a province with high public order penalty allowed farming XP. Creative Assembly patched the XP gain in later updates, but the strategy still works for “prestige” farming.


• Recruiting RoR (Regiments of Renown) with Extra Unit Capacity: You can deliberately disband a unit after recruiting it, then recruit it again at full strength — this was intended for flexibility, not an exploit.


• The “Hero Bomb” Overcast: Using multiple heroes with the “Assault Units” or “Block Army” actions in the same turn is a feature, not a bug. It allows stacking debuffs on a single army.

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Conclusion

Total War: Warhammer III offers no built-in cheat codes, but the debug console provides extensive cheat-like powers for personal use. The game is rich in Easter eggs, secret quests, and hidden content that reward exploration and lore knowledge. Always backup saves before using the console, and expect that achievement earning may be disabled. For a pure vanilla experience, the secrets listed here are safe and intended by the developers to be discovered.