While not necessary for completion, cheat codes can significantly alter your gameplay experience, offering instant advantages or just plain fun. To activate a cheat, simply type the code during gameplay (no pause menu needed). Be aware that using cheats can sometimes prevent you from achieving 100% completion or saving your game in some versions.
| Code | Effect |
|---|---|
| THUGSTOOLS | Gives you a basic set of weapons. |
| PROFESSIONALTOOLS | Gives you a medium set of weapons. |
| NUTTERTOOLS | Gives you a heavy set of weapons. |
| ASPIRINE | Full health. |
| PRECIOUSPROTECTION | Full armor. |
| YOUWONTTAKEMEALIVE | Increases wanted level by 2 stars. |
| LEAVEMEALONE | Decreases wanted level to 0 stars. |
| GRIPISEVERYTHING | Improved vehicle handling. |
| COMEFLYWITHME | Cars can fly. |
| BIGBANG | Explodes all nearby vehicles. |
Use these codes responsibly, as they can trivialize the game's challenges. They are best used for experimenting, having fun, or getting out of a sticky situation when you're truly stuck.