stop Console Command
Documentation and examples for the stop command in Europa Universalis IV.
stop
Pauses the game at a date
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
Yyyy.Mm.DdTextrequired |
Command builder
Fill in the parameters to build a ready-to-paste stop command.
Overview
Pauses the game when the specified date is reached, an auto-pause you set from the console so you can step away and have the game halt at a key moment.
Frequently asked questions
How do you use the stop command in EU4?
Open the console with the grave (`) key while in-game, type stop followed by its parameters, then press Enter. The console can't be opened in Ironman games.
What does the stop command do?
Pauses the game at a date.
What are the parameters for the stop command?
The syntax is stop [yyyy.mm.dd]. It takes one argument: yyyy.mm.dd.
Does the stop command require any DLC?
No. stop is part of the base game and works without any DLC.
Can you use stop in Ironman mode?
No. The console is disabled in Ironman games, so stop can't be entered. Because achievements are only earned in Ironman, console commands like stop can't be used to unlock them.