Cheat codes have been a beloved part of gaming culture, and StarCraft 2 embraces this tradition with a full arsenal of commands to enhance—or completely break—your gameplay experience. While these codes can make missions easier or just plain fun, they come with a catch: using them will disable achievements for that session unless you restart the mission. Ready to dive into the cheats? Here’s everything you need to know.
How to Activate Cheat Codes in StarCraft 2
Cheat codes in StarCraft 2 can only be used during single-player campaigns or certain custom maps, and they’re strictly off-limits in multiplayer or other single-player modes.
To activate a cheat, follow these simple steps:
- Press Enter to open the chat bar.
- Type the cheat code (capitalization doesn’t matter).
- Hit Enter again, and the effect will trigger instantly.
Just remember, once you activate a cheat, there’s no way to undo it during the mission.
Every StarCraft 2 Cheat Code
From unlimited resources to god-like powers, these 23 cheat codes give you full control of the battlefield. Whether you’re blasting through the Wings of Liberty campaign or experimenting with Zerg swarms in Heart of the Swarm, here’s the ultimate list:
| Cheat Code | Effect |
|---|---|
| WhatIsBestInLife | Instant victory. |
| LetsJustBugOutAndCallItEven | Instant defeat. |
| SpectralTiger | Gain 5,000 minerals. |
| RealMenDrillDeep | Gain 5,000 Vespene Gas. |
| WhoRunBarterTown | Gain 5,000 of both resources. |
| MoreDotsMoreDots | All units and buildings are free. |
| Bunker55AliveInside | Removes supply limits. |
| TerribleTerribleDamage | Enables God Mode (units deal massive damage and take none). |
| TookTheRedPill | Reveals the entire map. |
| SoSayWeAll | Grants access to all technology. |
| IAmIronMan | Activates all upgrades instantly and for free. |
| CatFoodForPrawnGuns | Enables fast build and upgrade speeds. |
| ImADoctorNotARoachJim | Faster unit healing. |
| NeverGiveUpNeverSurrender | Allows play to continue after a defeat. |
| TyuHasLeftTheGame | Disables victory conditions to enable endless play. |
| HanShotFirst | Removes cooldowns for all abilities. |
| WhySoSerious (Wings of Liberty) | Adds 5 million credits. |
| EyeOfSauron (Wings of Liberty) | Unlocks all cutscenes. |
| LeaveYourSleep (Wings of Liberty) | Opens all missions for immediate selection. |
| StayClassyMarSara (Wings of Liberty) | Unlocks all UNN news broadcasts. |
| HoradricCube (Wings of Liberty) | Grants access to all research options. |
| Jaynestown (Custom Games) | Adds 5,000 Terrazine resources. |
| OverEngineeredCodPiece | Plays the iconic song Terran Up the Night. |
Cheat codes have been part of the StarCraft experience since its early days, a nod to old-school gaming traditions that fans cherish. Whether you’re reliving nostalgic campaigns or just looking to experiment, these cheats add a layer of creative freedom to the StarCraft 2 experience.
And while using them locks you out of achievements, sometimes it’s worth it just to watch your unstoppable army march across the map—or to listen to Terran Up the Night while doing it.
