Unlocking God Mode: A (Slightly Cynical) Guide to Dawn of War Soulstorm Cheats
So, you’ve chosen the dark side, huh? Fed up with fairness in Dawn of War Soulstorm? Maybe those Orks are overwhelming. Perhaps the Space Marines annoy you with their faith and weapons. No shame in seeking cheats. We all crave power sometimes. Watching destruction is fun, after all.
This guide shows you how to activate and use cheats in Dawn of War Soulstorm. No need to worry, it’s not difficult. The game includes weapons and factions that use science, but this won’t confuse you.
Step One: Summoning the Almighty Console
To start the chaos, you need the game’s console. It’s like a secret door, a whisper to the machine gods. Not too hidden, thankfully. Relic Entertainment made it accessible.
Here’s the key combination:
- Hold down the CTRL key.
- Keep holding CTRL and press SHIFT.
- While still holding both CTRL and SHIFT, press the ~ (tilde) key. It’s usually below the ESC key, to the left of number 1. If using a different keyboard, locate it; it’s there.
If you did this right, a text box appears at the top of your screen. Congrats, you opened the console! Not as impressive as summoning chaos, but powerful.
Step Two: Whispering the Magic Words (Enabling Cheats)
Opening the console is just the beginning. It’s like having a key but not knowing the door it opens. This door leads to Cheat-Land, a questionable paradise. Type a specific command in the console you opened.
Carefully type this phrase and press Enter:
-dev
That’s it. Just “-dev”. Simple but effective. The developers left the cheat option with a vague label, daring players. That hyphen and three letters are your ticket to domination.
You won’t see any flashy messages. The game is too grimdark for that. If you typed it correctly, the game now listens for commands. Think of it as flipping a silent switch known only to mischief-makers.
Step Three: Unleashing the Cheat Codes (The Fun Part)
Now for the moment you’ve awaited. With the console open and “-dev” entered, you can start typing actual cheat codes. These codes bend game rules and help you through battles.
Here are some useful and entertaining cheat codes for Dawn of War Soulstorm. Type these into the console and hit Enter after each:
- fow_revealall – The ultimate map hack. Type this, and the entire map reveals. Fog of War? Not anymore. You see everything— enemy units, resource points, ambushes. It’s like being psychic without any Inquisition trouble.
- taskbar_show – Less impressive but useful. It shows a hidden taskbar with information like frame rate for when your PC slows under pressure. Geeky? Maybe. Helpful? Definitely.
- setsimrate # – Want to speed things up or slow them down? This is your cheat. Replace # with a number. Higher numbers speed up the game, lower ones slow it down. Try setsimrate 0.5 for slow motion, or setsimrate 2 for double speed. Caution: extreme speeds can become erratic.
- setplayers # – Feel lonely? Change the number of players in the game with this cheat. Replace # with your desired number of players. Be cautious; setting it too high might crash the game on older systems. You control all those players, which may confuse.
- cheatwantsnogood – A mysterious cheat that may grant you resources or units. Its effects are uncertain. It’s the cheat code version of an urban legend. If you attempt it, let me know its secrets.
- super_weapons – Unleash powerful weapons! This cheat unlocks superweapons for all factions. Want instant lasers? This might be for you. Note: effectiveness varies by faction and game version.
- resource_infinite – The ultimate cheat! Infinite resources! No more tedious gathering! No more tough decisions about squad upgrades! With infinite resources, unleash your inner Warmaster and flood enemies with units. Beware, the game may crash under the weight of your mighty forces.
Important Note: Cheat codes are generally case-insensitive, so don’t worry about capitalization. However, typing them accurately is best to avoid issues. Typos ruin everything for aspiring cheaters.
Online Cheating: A Murky Subject
The burning question: can you use these cheats online? The answer is complex and ethically tricky. Yes, if the creator enabled cheats in game options. In multiplayer settings, there’s often an option to allow cheats. If the host permits this, everyone can use cheats.
However, using cheats without consent in online games is considered poor sportsmanship and could get you banned from communities. Nobody enjoys cheaters online unless it’s an agreed-upon fun cheat session. So, while technically possible under conditions, using cheats online is generally frowned upon unless everyone agrees.
Version Matters (Sometimes)
Lastly, about game versions. These cheats reportedly work on Dawn of War Soulstorm version 1.10 or higher. If you’re using an old version, possibly from an attic disc, cheats may malfunction or fail completely. Ensure your game is updated to the latest version for optimal play and cheat function.
So there you have it. Your guide to bending rules, disturbing balance, and having fun in Dawn of War Soulstorm. Use cheats wisely (or not, your choice), and remember that with power comes recklessness. Now go forth and conquer, cheat-wielding maniac!
