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epicfail Console Command

Documentation and examples for the epicfail command in Europa Universalis IV.

epicfail

Diplomacy

Makes all of a target country's spies fail

ParameterDescription
Target Country TagTextoptional

Command builder

Fill in the parameters to build a ready-to-paste epicfail command. Fields with a dropdown let you pick a valid ID.

Target Country Tag (optional)

Overview

Causes every spy action a target country is running against you to fail. Useful for testing espionage defenses or simply shutting down enemy spies in a scenario.

Frequently asked questions

How do you use the epicfail command in EU4?

Open the console with the grave (`) key while in-game, type epicfail followed by its parameters, then press Enter. The console can't be opened in Ironman games.

What does the epicfail command do?

Makes all of a target country's spies fail.

What are the parameters for the epicfail command?

The syntax is epicfail [target country tag]. It takes one argument: target country tag (optional).

Does the epicfail command require any DLC?

No. epicfail is part of the base game and works without any DLC.

Can you use epicfail in Ironman mode?

No. The console is disabled in Ironman games, so epicfail can't be entered. Because achievements are only earned in Ironman, console commands like epicfail can't be used to unlock them.