Cheat codes are special tricks or methods that give gamers advantages like extra lives, more power, additional equipment, and higher levels. Sometimes, these codes, also known as Easter eggs, are hidden within the game by developers.
The concept of cheat codes originated in the early days of video game development when developers lacked tools to skip levels entirely. Instead, they used cheat codes for testing purposes or to quickly navigate through levels. These codes were often left in the game for players to enjoy. The GTA franchise is famous for its diverse range of cheat codes.
Iconic cheat codes have been a staple in games like GTA Vice City and GTA San Andreas, some even allowing players to drive cars on water. GTA V, released in 2013, continues this tradition, offering cheat codes for character enhancements, altering combat dynamics, and spawning vehicles instantly, adding excitement to gameplay.
While GTA 5 is already an entertaining game, using cheat codes can enhance the fun factor significantly. They open up new gameplay possibilities and make the game world more dynamic and lively. Whether players want to spice up their gaming experience or explore new avenues, GTA 5 cheats offer a myriad of opportunities for enjoyment.
How to use GTA 5 cheat codes on PC, Xbox and Playstation
GTA 5 cheats provide access to a treasure trove of tools for crime-filled adventures, allowing players to summon vehicles and reduce their wanted level. Whether you’re seeking invincibility or a full arsenal with explosive bullets, the game has it all and it’s rather simple to use the codes.
For PC:
For PC players, simply press the ~ key (Shift + `) to access the command center. From there, enter the desired cheat code from the provided list to gain the desired power or advantage.
For PlayStation consoles
To activate the cheats for GTA 5 on PS5, PS4, and PS3, input the key prompts provided in the list above. Additionally, press the 'Up' button on the D-pad and dial the corresponding cell phone number to activate the cheat codes.
For Xbox consoles
To activate the cheats for GTA 5 on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Xbox 360, input the key prompts provided in the list above. Additionally, press the ‘Up’ button on the D-pad and dial the corresponding cell phone number to activate the cheat codes.
Cheat Codes for PC
| Type | Codes |
| Become Invincible | PAINKILLER |
| Get all Weapons | TOOLUP |
| Full Health and Armour | TURTLE |
| Spawn a Motorcycle | ROCKET |
| Spawn a sports car | COMET |
| Swim Faster | GOTGILLS |
| Spawn an Armed Helicopter | BUZZOFF |
| Get a Parachute | SKYDIVE |
| Decrease Wanted Level | LAWYERUP |
| Improve Aiming | DEADEYE |
| Recharge Special Ability | POWERUP |
| Run Faster | CATCHME |
| Jump Higher | GOTGILLS |
| Increase Wanted Level | FUGITIVE |
| Exploding Punch | HOTHANDS |
| Bullets that explode | HIGHEX |
| Flaming Bullets | INCENDIARY |
| Get Character Drunk | LIQUOR |
| Fall from the Sky | SKYFALL |
| Change Weather | MAKEITRAIN |
| Slippery Cars on the Road | SNOWDAY |
| Activate Low Gravity | FLOATER |
| Play the Game in Slow Motion | SLOWMO |
| Spawn a Garbage Truck | TRASHED |
| Spawn a Stunt Plane | BARNSTORM |
| Spawn a BMW Bicycle | BANDIT |
| Spawn a Crop Duster Plane | FLYSPRAY |
| Spawn a Golf Cart | HOLEIN1 |
| Spawn a different Sports Car | RAPIDGT |
| Spawn a Limousine | VINEWOOD |
| Spawn a Dirt Bike | OFFROAD |
Cheat codes for Playstation consoles (PS5, PS4 and PS3)
| Type | Codes |
| Get a buzzard helicopter | O, O, L1, O, O, O, L1, L2, R1, Triangle, O, Triangle |
| Drunk mode | Triangle, Right, Right, Left, Right, Square, O, Left |
| Fast swimming | Left, Left, L1, Right, Right, R2, Left, L2, Right |
| Fast sprinting | Triangle, Left, Right, Right, L2, L1, Square |
| Full health and armour | O, L1, Triangle, R2, X ,Square, O, Right, Square, L1, L1, L1 |
| Jump high | L2, L2, Square, O, O, L2, Square, Square, Left, Right, X |
| Painkiller | Right, X, Right, Left, Right, R1, Right, Left, X, Triangle |
| Recharge special ability | X, X, Square, R1, L1, X, Right, Left, X |
| Slow motion aim | Square, L2, R1, Triangle, Left, Square, L2, Right, X |
| Give parachute | Left ,Right, L1, L2, R1, R2, R2, Left, Left, Right, L1 |
| Fall from sky | L1, L2, R1, R2, Left, Right, Left, Right, L1, L2, R1, R2, Left, Right, Left, Right |
| Increase Wanted level | R1, R1, O, R2, Left, Right, Left, Right, Left, Right |
| Decrease Wanted level | R1, R1, O, R2, Right, Left, Right, Left, Right, Left |
| Give weapon | Triangle, R2, Left, L1, X ,Right, Triangle, Down, Square, L1, L1, L1 |
| Explode with hands | Right, Left, X, Triangle, R1, O, O, O, L2 |
| Explode with gun shots | Right, Square, X, Left, R1, R2, Left, Right, Right, L1, L1, L1 |
| Set on fire | L1, R1, Square, R1, Left, R2, R1, Left, Square, Right, L1, L1 |
| Change weather | R2, X, L1, L1, L2, L2, L2, Square |
| Change gravity | Left, Left, L1, R1, L1, Right, Left, L1, Left |
| Reduce friction | Triangle, R1, R1, Left, R1, L1, R2, L1 |
| Get caddy vehicle | Triangle, R1, R1, Left, R1, L1, R2, L1 |
| Get comet vehicle | R1, O, R2, Right, L1, L2, X, X, Square, R1 |
| Get a Rapid GT car | R2, L1, O, Right, L1, R1, Right, Left, O, R2 |
| Get a garbage truck | Circle, R1, Circle, R1, Left, Left, R1, L1, Circle, Right |
| Get a BMX bike | Left, Left, Right, Right, Left, Right, Square, O, Triangle, R1, R2 |
Cheat codes for Playstation consoles (PS5, PS4 and PS3) [Phone numbers]
| Type | Codes |
| Max Health and Armor | 1-999-837-853 (or 1-999-TURTLE) |
| All Weapons and Full Ammo | 1-999-866-587 (or 1-999-TOOLUP) |
| Lower Wanted Level | 1-999-5299-3787 (or 1-999-LAWYERUP) |
| Raise Wanted Level | 1-999-3844-8483 (or 1-999-FUGITIVE) |
| Parachute cheat | 1-999-759-3483 (or 1-999-SKYDIVE) |
| Invincibility | 1-999-7246-545-537 |
| Recharge Special ability | 1-999-769-3787 |
| Give weapons and ammo | 1-999-866-587 |
| Explosive bullets | 1-999-444-439 |
| Explosive melee | 1-999-4684-2637 |
| Flaming bullets / incendiary ammo | 1-999-462-363-4279 |
| Faster running | 1-999-2288-463 |
| Faster swimming | 1-999-4684-4557 |
| Bullet time (slow-motion aiming) | 1-999-3323-393 |
| Super jump | 1-999-467-8648 |
| Low gravity | 1-999-356-2837 |
| Drunk mode | 1-999-547-861 |
| Slippery tires | 1-999-7669-329 |
| Slow motion | 1-999-756-966 |
| Change weather | 1-999-625-348-7246 |
| Skyfall | 1-999-759-3255 |
| BMX bike | 1-999-226-348 |
| Sanchez dirt bike | 1-999-633-7623 |
| PCJ-600 | 1-999-762-538 |
| Caddy golf caddy | 1-999-4653-461 |
| Rapid GT | 1-999-727-4348 |
| Comet | 1-999-266-38 |
| Stretch limo | 1-999-8463-9663 |
| Trashmaster garbage truck | 1-999-8727-433 |
| Buzzard attack chopper | 1-999-2899-633 |
| Mallard stunt plane | 1-999-227-678-676 |
| Duster biplane | 1-999-3597-7729 |
| Duke O'Death | 1-999-3328-4227 |
| Dodo seaplane | 1-999-398-4628 |
| Kraken submarine | 1-999-282-2537 |
Cheat Codes for Xbox consoles (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox 360)
| Type | Codes |
| Drunk mode | Y, Right, Right, Left, Right, X, B, Left |
| Fast swim | Left, Left, LB, Right, Right, RT, Left, LT, Right |
| Fast run | Y, Left, Right, Right, LT, LB, X |
| Top health and max armour | B, LB, Y, RT, A, X, B, Right, X, LB, LB, LB |
| High jump | Left, Left, Y, Y, Right, Right, Left, Right, X, RB, RT |
| Invincible | Right, A, Right, Left, Right, RB, Right, Left, A, Y |
| Recharge special ability | A, A, X, RB, LB, A, Right, Left, A |
| Slow motion aim | X, LT, RB, Y, Left, X, LT, Right, A |
| Get parachute | Left, Right, LB, LT, RB, RT, RT, Left, Left, Right, LB |
| Fall from sky | LB, LT, RB, RT, Left, Right, Left, Right, LB, LT, RB, RT, Left, Right, Left, Right |
| Increase wanted level | RB, RB, B, RT, Left, Right, Left, Right, Left, Right |
| Decrease wanted level | RB, RB, B, RT, Right, Left, Right, Left, Right, Left |
| Get weapons | Y, RT, Left, LB, A, Right, Y, Down, X, LB, LB, LB |
| Bullets that explode | Right, X, A, Left, RB, RT, Left, Right, Right, LB, LB, LB |
| Bullets that flame up | LB, RB, X, RB, Left, RT, RB, Left, X, Right, LB, LB |
| Change weather | RT, A, LB, LB, LT, LT, LT, X |
| Decrease friction | Y, RB, RB, Left, RB, LB, RT, LB |
| Change gravity | Left, Left, LB, RB, LB, Right, Left, LB, Left |
| Get caddy vehicle | B, LB, Left, RB, LT, A, RB, LB, B, A |
| Get comet vehicle | RB, B, RT, Right, LB, LT, A, A, X, RB |
| Get Rapid GT | RT, LB, B, Right, LB, RB, Right, Left, B, RT |
| Stretch Limo | RT, Right, LT, Left, Left, RB, LB, B, Right |
| Get garbage truck | B, RB, B, RB, Left, Left, RB, LB, B, Right |
| Get BMX bike | Left, Left, Right, Right, Left, Right, X, B,Y, RB, RT |
| Get Buzzard helicopter | B, B, LB, B,B,B,LB, LT, RB, Y, B, Y |
