Catherine Hu
Mastering The Gold River Project is brutal. Whether you are stuck trying to afford the Heavy Excavator, dealing with a truck glitching into a rock, or simply want to experiment with the mining mechanics in a “Creative” sandbox mode, using The Gold River Project console commands is a popular way to bypass the grind.
However, accessing the developer debug menu isn’t always straightforward because the game runs on Unreal Engine 5 with the console hidden by default.
Below is the complete guide on how to force the console open, the known command list, and the safer alternative to cheat without corrupting your save data.
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Editor’s Note: Can You Cheat in The Gold River Project?
“The Gold River Project runs on Unreal Engine 5. In the current Early Access build, the developers have hidden the console key to prevent players from accidentally breaking the physics engine.
If you press Tilde (~) and nothing happens, your game isn’t broken—it’s locked. While you can try using third-party tools like ‘Universal Unreal Unlocker’ (UUU) to force it open, this often causes stability issues. At XMODhub, we recommend using an external memory trainer to inject ‘Add Money’ cheats safely.”
— Catherine Hu, Game Writer at XMODhub
How to Enable the Console in The Gold River Project
To access the debug menu, try these standard methods. Note that Method C is often required for this specific game.
- Method A (Default): Press the Tilde key (~), F1, or F10 during gameplay.
- Method B (Launch Options):
Right-click The Gold River Project in Steam > Properties.
In Launch Options, type:-consoleor-debug. - Method C (The Injector – Advanced): Download the Universal Unreal Engine 5 Unlocker, launch the game, and inject the DLL. This forces the console to appear when you press ~.
(If you don’t want to mess with DLL injectors, skip to the XMODhub Solution below.)
Essential Console Commands List
If you manage to open the command line, here are the most useful cheats for miners.
Player & Survival Cheats
God– Grants invincibility (No hunger, thirst, or fall damage).Currency_Add [Amount]– Instantly adds Cash to your wallet. (Example:Currency_Add 50000).Ghost– Noclip mode. Fly through walls and terrain (Essential for fixing stuck vehicles).Walk– Disables Noclip and returns you to walking mode.
World & System Commands
Slomo [Value]– Change the speed of the game.
Slomo 5: Speeds up time (Great for waiting on wash plants).
Slomo 1: Restores normal speed.Teleport– Teleports player to the location you are looking at.Stat FPS– Displays your current frame rate.
The Gold River Project Item IDs List
To use the Summon command, you need the specific internal Blueprint Class Names. These act as Item IDs in Unreal Engine 5:
Resources
BP_Item_GoldNugget_Large_C(High Value Gold)BP_Item_GoldIngot_C(Refined Bar)
Vehicles & Tools
BP_Vehicle_Excavator_Heavy_C(Top Tier Digger)BP_Vehicle_ATV_C(Quad Bike)BP_Tool_Shovel_Tier3_C(Pro Shovel)
(Tired of typing Summon BP_Vehicle_Excavator_Heavy_C and getting a syntax error? The XMODhub Trainer has a built-in item spawner menu, so you don’t need to memorize codes.)
The Problem: Why Console Commands Disable Achievements
Using the developer console comes with a cost:
- Physics Explosions: Spawning a vehicle inside another object (or yourself) using the console often causes the physics engine to launch your truck into the stratosphere.
- Save Corruption: Spawning quest items before you unlock the license can break the tutorial progression.
- Inconvenience: You have to re-inject the console unlocker every time you restart the game.
The Better Alternative: XMODhub Trainer
Stop memorizing Blueprint paths. XMODhub acts as a visual overlay that bypasses the need for the developer console entirely.
| Feature | Console Commands | XMODhub Trainer |
|---|---|---|
| Method | Typing text manually | One-Click Hotkeys |
| Money Cheat | Requires Injector | “Add $50k” Button |
| Item Spawning | Manual ID Lookup (BP_…) | Visual Dropdown Menu |
| Game Version | Breaks with updates | Auto-Updated via Cloud |
How to Use XMODhub Trainer for The Gold River Project
Don’t waste time editing config files. Here is how to use XMODhub in 3 simple steps:
- Download: Get the free XMODhub Client.
- Launch: Open XMODhub—it automatically detects your installed copy of The Gold River Project.
- Activate: Click the cheats and enjoy the game.
FAQ
Q: Can I use console commands in Multiplayer Co-op?
A: No. Console commands are client-side. If you try to spawn a vehicle as a Client, the Host server will not recognize it, and it will likely disappear or crash the session. XMODhub works best in Single Player.
Q: What is the cheat for infinite Money?
A: If you have unlocked the console, try Currency_Add 100000. If the console is locked, the XMODhub Trainer is your only working option.
Conclusion: Cheat Smarter
While classic console commands are nostalgic, they are often risky and clunky in modern UE5 games like The Gold River Project. XMODhub offers a safer, visual, and achievement-friendly way to customize your mining experience.
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