If you use devcommands to cheat in Valheim but want your achievements anyway, you can get them by using the new devcommand 'yesiuseddevcommandsbutiwantmyachieve
Valheim 1.0 players who used cheats can now opt into achievements via a new devcommand, restoring access to locked trophies for Steam users.
Valheim 1.0 launched this week with over 50 achievements, but players who used the console to activate cheats were previously blocked from earning them. Developer Iron Gate addressed this issue in two new patches released today, introducing a function to bypass the restriction. The change allows players to opt into achievements even after using devcommands, though the developer humorously warned that Oden may still judge their actions. The new devcommand 'yesiuseddevcommandsbutiwantmyachievementsanyway' enables this feature for Steam users.
The patches also include practical fixes, such as enabling repairs for Deep North armor, which was previously impossible. Another adjustment removes the ability to punch snow to clear it, forcing players to craft a shovel instead—a change that may frustrate those accustomed to quick solutions in survival games. Additionally, the update resolves a discovered issue where timberwood drawbridges were too narrow for carts to cross, a critical oversight for bridge functionality.
Players new to cheats in Valheim can refer to an updated console commands guide for 1.0, which includes methods to spawn materials, weapons, and items. The guide now covers features like Deep North materials and Mistlands tools, ensuring cheaters can still access content while potentially earning achievements. The patches aim to balance flexibility with the game’s intended progression, though the developer leaves ethical use to player discretion.
Iron Gate’s patches also reflect community feedback, with fixes addressing both minor annoyances and major oversights. The inclusion of the achievement opt-in command demonstrates responsiveness to player concerns, particularly for those who used cheats early in development. While the update does not retroactively reward past cheaters, it provides a path forward for those seeking achievements without restarting their progress.