startup_screen Console Command
Documentation and examples for the startup_screen command in Europa Universalis IV.
startup_screen
Debug
Creates a new startup screen
Overview
Recreates the game's startup screen, a UI debugging command.
Frequently asked questions
How do you use the startup_screen command in EU4?
Open the console with the grave (`) key while in-game, type startup_screen, then press Enter. The console can't be opened in Ironman games.
What does the startup_screen command do?
Creates a new startup screen.
Does the startup_screen command require any DLC?
No. startup_screen is part of the base game and works without any DLC.
Can you use startup_screen in Ironman mode?
No. The console is disabled in Ironman games, so startup_screen can't be entered. Because achievements are only earned in Ironman, console commands like startup_screen can't be used to unlock them.