date Console Command
Documentation and examples for the date command in Europa Universalis IV.
date
Changes the current date
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
Yyyy.Mm.DdTextrequired |
Command builder
Fill in the parameters to build a ready-to-paste date command.
Overview
Changes the in-game date to the one you specify (YYYY.MM.DD). Useful for skipping to a moment when a scripted event, mission, or historical condition is due.
Frequently asked questions
How do you use the date command in EU4?
Open the console with the grave (`) key while in-game, type date followed by its parameters, then press Enter. The console can't be opened in Ironman games.
What does the date command do?
Changes the current date.
What are the parameters for the date command?
The syntax is date [yyyy.mm.dd]. It takes one argument: yyyy.mm.dd.
Does the date command require any DLC?
No. date is part of the base game and works without any DLC.
Can you use date in Ironman mode?
No. The console is disabled in Ironman games, so date can't be entered. Because achievements are only earned in Ironman, console commands like date can't be used to unlock them.