Grand Theft Auto III (2001) revolutionized the gaming world by bringing the crime-ridden streets of Liberty City into full 3D. Whether you are playing the classic original or the enhanced Definitive Edition, cheat codes remain an essential part of the experience. From summoning a Rhino tank to causing absolute chaos among the pedestrians, these codes turn Liberty City into your personal playground.
In this guide, we have compiled the complete list of verified cheats for both the original PC version and the Definitive Edition.
How to Use Cheats in GTA III
Unlike the earlier titles, you do not need to change your name to use cheats in GTA III.
- Direct Entry: Simply type the codes on your keyboard while playing the game.
- No Pause Required: You can enter them at any time during gameplay.
- Confirmation: If entered correctly, a “Cheat Activated” message will appear on the screen.
Warning: Using cheats in the Definitive Edition will disable Steam and Xbox achievements for that session. It is always recommended to save your game before activating cheats.
Core Character & Resource Cheats
These are the most important codes for surviving the ruthless gangs of Portland, Staunton Island, and Shoreside Vale.
| Cheat Code | Effect |
| GUNSGUNSGUNS | Grants all weapons |
| IFIWEREARICHMAN | Grants $250,000 cash |
| GESUNDHEIT | Full Health (Heals Claude and repairs the car you are in) |
| TORTOISE | Full Armor |
| MOREPOLICEPLEASE | Increases Wanted Level by two stars |
| NOPOLICEPLEASE | Removes all Wanted Levels |
| ILIKEDRESSINGUP | Changes your character skin to a random pedestrian |
Vehicle & Physics Cheats
Control the traffic or summon military-grade hardware with these vehicle-specific commands.
| Cheat Code | Effect |
| GIVEUSATANK | Spawns a Rhino Tank |
| BANGBANGBANG | Explodes all nearby vehicles |
| CHITTYCHITTYBB | Flying Cars (Dodo-style flight physics) |
| CORNERSLIKEMAD | Perfect Handling & jumping ability for cars |
| ANICESETOFWHEELS | Makes all cars invisible except for the wheels |
World & Pedestrian Chaos Cheats
Transform the city into a warzone or manipulate the flow of time with these modifiers.
| Cheat Code | Effect |
| ITSALLGOINGMAAAD | Pedestrians Riot (They start fighting each other) |
| NOBODYLIKESME | Pedestrians Attack You (Every NPC becomes hostile) |
| WEAPONSFORALL | Pedestrians Carry Weapons |
| TIMEFLIESWHENYOU | Increases game speed |
| BOOOOORING | Decreases game speed (Slow motion) |
| MADWEATHER | Speeds up the in-game clock |
| NASTYLIMBSCHEAT | Increases gore and limb dismemberment (Classic version only) |
Weather Control Codes
Liberty City is famous for its gloomy atmosphere. Use these codes to change the weather to suit your mood.
| Cheat Code | Effect |
| SKINCANCERFORME | Clear, Sunny Weather |
| ILIKESCOTLAND | Cloudy Weather |
| ILOVESCOTLAND | Rainy Weather |
| PEASOUP | Foggy Weather |
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