How do you enter cheats in Skyrim ps4?

Unfortunately, there is no way to directly enter cheats or console commands in the PlayStation 4 version of Skyrim. This is because the developer console available on PC is not included in the PS4 port.

However, with over 34,000 mods downloads on Bethesda.net as of July 2022, there are still plenty of ways for PS4 owners to enhance their gameplay through the use of player-created mods.

How Mods Work on PS4

Mods on PS4 work a bit differently than other platforms, but still allow players to customize their game in big ways:

• External assets allowed in mods unlike Xbox
  • New sounds, textures, meshes, etc.
• Scripts can alter gameplay, NPC behaviors, etc.
• 2GB limit for all mod downloads

Thanks to script extenders and external assets, PS4 mod authors have lots of creative freedom.

Use Mods to Unlock New Cheat Functions

While traditional text cheats are not supported, mods can enable "cheat" effects through scripting:

• Cheat Room – The most popular PS4 mod with over 1.8 million downloads. Gives player easy access to all items and teleportation powers.
• Ring of God Mode – Makes you invincible from all damage sources. Tweak damage multiplier.
• Better Vampires PS4 Edition – Advanced vampire mechanics and progression system.

Check the Most Popular (All Time) mods section on Bethesda.net to easily find mods that enable cheat-like functions. Sort by category for specific types of cheats.

Granular Guidance on Mod Load Order

To avoid crashes, conflicts, and issues – load order matters. The general rule of thumb is to load bigger, more impactful mods first.

1. Gameplay Changes – Core mechanic changes, new landmasses

2. Quest Mods, NPC Additions – Heavy scripting/NPCs

3. System Tweaks – UI, crafting, magic adjustments

4. Environment/World Edits – Flora, weather, skies

5. Visual/Textures – Weapons, armor, clothing, followers

Review mods‘ descriptions for specific load order guidance or dependencies. For larger load orders (50+ mods), specialized tools like Logical Load Order (an automated load order sorted) are highly recommended.

Top 10 PS4 Mods for Different Playstyles

With thousands of mods available, narrowing down recommendations can be overwhelming. Here are top mods for popular playstyles:

Magic & Spells

1. Phenderix Magic Evolved – 380 new magic spells across different schools
2. Better Telekinesis – New powers including moving NPCs/objects by thought
3. Mysticism – Full overhaul adding 200+ new spells from past Elder Scrolls games
4. Harry Potter Spells – Adds iconic spells from Harry Potter universe
5. Cutting Room Floor – Restores tons of cut content including new spells

Warrior/Combat Focused

1. Wildcat Combat – AI overhaul for challenging/realistic combat
2. Smilodon – Another great combat/damage overhaul mod
3. Dynamic Combat – Adds attacks of opportunity, new perks/abilities
4. Duel Wield Parrying – Allows you to block attacks while dual wielding
5. Faction Warfare – Immersive battles between factions vying for territory

Stealth Characters

1. Realistic AI Detection – Guards/NPCs no longer have unrealistic perception
2. Glowing Ore Veins 300 – Makes ore easier to spot while sneaking in dark areas
3. Durable Torches – Torches don‘t run out, good for dark hideouts
4. Night Thief – New stealth gear/hoods and Robin Hood-esque quest
5. Real Bows – New craftable bows with realistic firing physics

Immersion & Roleplaying

1. Point The Way – Adds accurate road signs between notable locations
2. Rich Merchants of Skryim – Merchants have 10x more gold to barter with
3. Immersive Citizens AI – NPCs have hugely improved daily routines/behaviors
4. Relationship Dialogue Overhaul – Adds over 5,000 new NPC dialogue lines

Check out RPGBOT for their always up-to-date list of top 100 PlayStation mods across all genres.

Optimizing Performance of PS4 Skyrim

Unfortunately the base PS4 hardware can struggle with Skyrim, especially with mods enabled. Here are some tips to optimize FPS and graphics:

• Set Godrays to Low in Display settings
• Reduce number of Shadows
• Use mods sparingly – test for performance impacts
• Avoid intensive lighting/weather mods
• Clean Save Bloat periodically
  • Start new game, save, then load that save in your regular game
• If needed, download mods to optimize textures/meshes

Utilizing an external SSD via USB 3.0 can also drastically improve loading times.

So while PS4 owners miss out on PC‘s developer console and text cheats, with over 34k mods to choose from – there‘s more than enough options to create a customized, enhanced Skyrim experience. Hopefully these tips and mod recommendations provide a great starting point!

What questions do you still have about modding Skyrim on PlayStation 4? Let me know in the comments.