Over two decades after its 2002 release, GTA Vice City’s cheat codes remain some of the most iconic in gaming history. Here’s the full, organized list — PC keyboard codes plus PlayStation/Xbox controller equivalents where available. For general tips on how cheat entry works across platforms, see our Vice City Xbox cheats guide.
How to Enter Cheats
PC: Type the code during active gameplay (not paused) — codes are not case-sensitive.
PS2/PS4/PS5: Enter the button combination during gameplay using the D-pad and shoulder buttons.
Xbox (Original and Definitive Edition): Same approach, though note that Definitive Edition trigger inputs are reversed from the original Xbox release.
Important: Codes marked below cannot be turned off once activated — reload your save to remove their effect. Avoid saving your game while cheats are active if you’re going for 100% completion, as it can affect your save.
Weapon Cheats
- THUGSTOOLS — Weapon Set 1 (basic weapons)
- PROFESSIONALTOOLS — Weapon Set 2 (mid-tier weapons)
- NUTTERTOOLS — Weapon Set 3 (heavy weapons)
Re-entering the same weapon set code again tops up your ammo once you’re running low.
Health, Armor, and Player Cheats
- ASPIRINE — Full health instantly
- PRECIOUSPROTECTION — Full body armor
- ICANTTAKEITANYMORE — Instant death
Note: unlike GTA San Andreas’ HESOYAM, Vice City has no dedicated money cheat code.
Wanted Level Cheats
- LEAVEMEALONE — Clears your wanted level instantly
- YOUWONTTAKEMEALIVE — Raises your wanted level
Vehicle Spawn Cheats
- PANZER — Spawns a Rhino tank (also available as a controller combo)
- GETTHEREFAST — Spawns a Sabre Turbo
- THELASTRIDE — Spawns Romero’s Hearse
- ROCKANDROLLCAR — Spawns the Love Fist Limo
- RUBBISHCAR — Spawns a Trashmaster garbage truck
Vehicle Behavior Cheats
- GRIPISEVERYTHING — Dramatically improves vehicle handling and grip
- COMEFLYWITHME — Cars gain low gravity and can fly
- SEAWAYS — Cars can drive on water
Pedestrian and World Cheats
- Pedestrians Have Weapons (controller only) — R2, R1, X, Triangle, X, Triangle, Up, Down
- Pedestrian Attack (controller only) — Down, Up, Up, Up, X, R2, R1, L2, L2 — cannot be deactivated without reloading your save
- Pedestrian Riot (controller only) — Down, Left, Up, Left, X, R2, R1, L2, L1 — cannot be deactivated without reloading your save
Definitive Edition Differences
Some cheats from the original PS2/Xbox/PC release were removed or altered in the 2021 GTA Trilogy Definitive Edition. See our Trilogy Definitive Edition guide for more on what changed in the remaster overall. If you’re specifically chasing the exact original cheat behavior, the original PS2 or PC release remains the most accurate reference.
A Note on Comprehensive Lists
Vice City’s full cheat catalog runs well beyond the codes listed here, including character-swap codes, weather and traffic modifiers, and various gameplay-speed changes. This guide covers the most commonly used and requested codes; if you’re hunting for a very specific, obscure effect, cross-reference multiple sources since minor code variations occasionally appear between platform releases.
Quick Facts Recap
- Released: 2002 (PS2), 2003 (PC and Xbox)
- Entry method: Typed codes on PC, button combos on console
- No money cheat: Unlike San Andreas, Vice City never had one
- Cheats disable: Achievement/Trophy progress for that session on modern re-releases
Frequently Asked Questions
Will there be different editions of GTA 6?
Rockstar hasn't detailed edition tiers yet, though past titles have offered standard and premium/collector bundles.
Is GTA 6 confirmed for PS4 or Xbox One?
No — GTA 6 is confirmed only for current-generation consoles (PS5 and Xbox Series X|S), not the previous generation.
When is GTA 6 releasing?
Rockstar has confirmed a release window of November 19, 2026, for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. As with past Rockstar titles, this date could still shift.
Will GTA 6 be on Xbox Series S?
Yes, Xbox Series S is a confirmed platform, though some performance trade-offs compared to Series X are expected given the console's lower specs.