The Grand Theft Auto series has always been synonymous with boundary-pushing gameplay, and for most of us, it’s hard to imagine the experience without the iconic cheat codes. Much like the legendary San Andreas, the PS5 version of GTA 5 brings back that classic “sandbox” feel where cheats play a vital role for anyone looking to cause mayhem outside the story missions. Whether you’re looking to spawn a full arsenal of weapons or take to the skies in a Buzzard Attack Chopper, this is your go-to manual for dominance.
How to Activate Cheats on PS5
Players on Sony’s latest console have two distinct ways to breathe new life into their rampage. Rockstar Games has kept the classic button input method while integrating a more modern approach via the in-game smartphone.
- Button Combinations: Simply enter a specific sequence of buttons on your DualSense controller in quick succession during gameplay.
- Mobile Phone: Pull up your in-game cell phone (D-pad Up), navigate to the Contacts menu, press Square to bring up the keypad, type in the 1-999 number, and press Square again to call it.
Crucial Warnings for Trophy Hunters
Before you start spawning cars and toggling invincibility, keep in mind two golden rules that have defined GTA 5 since its original launch:
- Trophy Blocking: Once you activate any cheat, Trophies will be disabled for your current gameplay session. If you’re a completionist, we strongly recommend saving your game before cheating and reverting to that save once you’re done with your rampage.
- Mission Restrictions: Cheats cannot be activated during active missions. You must be in “Free Roam” mode to trigger them.
GTA 5 Gameplay Cheats (PlayStation)
| Cheat / Code | Effect |
|---|---|
| △, R2, Left, L1, ✕, Right, △, Down, ☐, L1, L1, L1 | Equip Sawn-Off Shotgun, Sniper Rifle, Assault Rifle, SMG, Pistol, Grenades, RPG, and Knife1-999-866-587 |
| Right, ✕, Right, Left, Right, R1, Right, Left, ✕, △ | Immortality1-999-7246-545-537 |
| 〇, L1, △, R2, ✕, ☐, 〇, Right, ☐, L1, L1, L1 | Refill Health and Armor1-999-887-853 |
| R1, R1, 〇, R2, Left, Right, Left, Right, Left, Right | Increase Wanted Level1-999-3844-8483 |
| R1, R1, 〇, R2, Right, Left, Right, Left, Right, Left | Reduce Wanted Level1-999-5299-3787 |
| ✕, ✕, ☐, R1, L1, ✕, Right, Left, ✕ | Refill Special Ability1-999-769-3787 |
| △, Right, Right, Left, Right, ☐, 〇, Left | Enable Drunk Mode1-999-547-861 |
| △, Left, Right, Right, ☐, R2, R1 | Enable Slow Motion Mode1-999-756-966 |
| ☐, L2, R1, △, Left, ☐, L2, Right, ✕ | Enable Slow Motion Aiming1-999-3323-393 |
| △, Left, Right, Right, L2, L1, ☐ | Faster Running Speed1-999-2288-463 |
| Left, Left, L1, Right, Right, R2, Left, L2, Right | Faster Swimming Speed1-999-4684-4557 |
| L2, L2, ☐, 〇, 〇, L2, ☐, ☐, Left, Right, ✕ | Enable Super Jump1-999-467-8648 |
| Right, Left, ✕, △, R1, 〇, 〇, 〇, L2 | Explosive Punches1-999-4684-2637 |
| Right, ☐, ✕, Left, R1, R2, Left, Right, Right, L1, L1, L1 | Explosive Bullets1-999-444-439 |
| L1, R1, ☐, R1, Left, R2, R1, Left, ☐, Right, L1, L1 | Flaming Bullets1-999-462-363-4279 |
| Left, Right, L1, L2, R1, R2, R2, Left, Left, Right, L1 | Equip Parachute1-999-759-3483 |
| L1, L2, R1, R2, Left, Right, Left, Right, L1, L2, R1, R2, Left, Right, Left, Right | Fall From Sky1-999-759-3255 |
| Left, Left, L1, R1, L1, Right, Left, L1, Left | Reduce Gravity1-999-356-2837 |
| R2, ✕, L1, L1, L2, L2, L2, ☐ | Change Weather1-999-625-348-7246 |
| △, R1, R1, Left, R1, L1, R2, L1 | Reduced Vehicle Handling1-999-7669-329 |
| Call 1-999-57-825368 | Enter Director Mode1-999-57-825368 |
| Call 1-999-367-3767 | Trigger Random Explosion1-999-367-3767 |
GTA5 Vehicle Cheats (PlayStation)
| Cheat / Code | Vehicle |
|---|---|
| Left, Left, Right, Right, Left, Right, ☐, 〇, △, R1, R2 | Spawn BMX Bike1-999-226-348 |
| 〇, Right, L1, L2, Left, R1, L1, L1, Left, Left, ✕, △ | Spawn Mallard Stunt Plane1-999-227-678-676 |
| Call 1-999-282-2537 | Spawn Kraken Submarine*1-999-282-2537 |
| 〇, 〇, L1, 〇, 〇, 〇, L1, L2, R1, △, 〇, △ | Spawn Buzzard Attack Helicopter1-999-2899-633 |
| R1, 〇, R2, Right, L1, L2, ✕, ✕, ☐, R1 | Spawn Comet Sports Car1-999-266-38 |
| Call 1-999-332-84227 | Spawn Imponte Duke O’Death Muscle Car*1-999-3328-4227 |
| Call 1-999-398-4628 | Spawn Dodo Sea Plane*1-999-398-4628 |
| Right, Left, R1, R1, R1, Left, △, △, ✕, 〇, L1, L1 | Spawn Duster Crop Plane1-999-3597-7729 |
| 〇, L1, Left, R1, L2, ✕, R1, L1, 〇, ✕ | Spawn Caddy Golf Cart1-999-4653-461 |
| Left, Left, Right, Right, Left, Right, ☐, 〇, △, R1, R2 | Spawn Maibatsu Sanchez Motorbike1-999-633-7623 |
| R2, L1, 〇, Right, L1, R1, Right, Left, 〇, R2 | Spawn Rapid GT Sports Car1-999-727-4348 |
| R1, Right, Left, Right, R2, Left, Right, ☐, Right, L2, L1, L1 | Spawn Shitzu PCJ-600 Motorbike1-999-762-538 |
| 〇, R1, 〇, R1, Left, Left, R1, L1, 〇, Right | Spawn Trashmaster Refuse Truck1-999-8727-433 |
| R2, Right, L2, Left, Left, R1, L1, 〇, Right | Spawn Stretch Limousine1-999-8463-9663 |
Exclusive Vehicles and Unlock Requirements
Some of the most powerful machinery in the PS5 version isn’t available right from the start. You’ll need to complete specific world events in Los Santos and Blaine County first. Furthermore, on PS5, these three vehicles can only be spawned using their associated phone numbers.
- Kraken (Submersible): You must first complete the first Beverly “Strangers and Freaks” mission and then photograph 20 animals for the LS Tourist Info Wildlife Photography Challenge.
- Dodo (Seaplane): Becomes available after completing the “Nervous Ron” mission with Trevor.
- Duke O’Death (Armored Car): Requires completion of the first Tonya “Strangers and Freaks” mission.
Overview of All 36 Cheats
There are a total of 36 different cheats available on PS5, ranging from environmental changes to character buffs. You can manipulate gravity, increase your sprint speed, or have high-tier loot “dropped” right in front of you, turning your character into a one-man army.
Editorial Perspective
GTA 5 on PS5 proves that the old-school tradition of cheating still has a place in modern gaming. While it’s a bit of a bummer that Rockstar penalizes us by disabling Trophies, it remains the best way to blow off steam and test the limits of the RAGE engine. The ability to call in a Duke O’Death via the phone is a fantastic quality-of-life feature for those who don’t want to waste time driving across the map.
FAQ
Q: Can I use cheats in GTA Online?
A: No, cheats are strictly limited to Single Player (Story Mode). Attempting to use cheats in Online would lead to a ban.
Q: How do I re-enable Trophies?
A: You must load a previous save file where cheats were never activated, or restart the game and continue without entering any codes.
Q: Why isn’t the Kraken submarine cheat working?
A: Ensure you have completed the Wildlife Photography Challenge first. Also, remember that on PS5, this specific vehicle can only be spawned via the phone, not button inputs.
Q: Do PS4 cheat codes work on the PS5 version?
A: Yes, the vast majority of codes remain identical across generations, and the PS5 version fully supports both button and smartphone inputs.
