Idea groups are the backbone of a campaign's power, but they normally cost thousands of monarch points over a game. The add_idea_group console command unlocks any group instantly.
How to unlock idea groups in EU4
- Open the console.
- Type
add_idea_group <key>and pressEnter. Run it again to keep filling in the group's seven ideas.
Examples
Every group key and its bonuses are on the EU4 idea groups page.
Frequently asked questions
How do I unlock an idea group in EU4?
Use add_idea_group with the group key, e.g. add_idea_group economic_ideas. It adds the group (and you can keep running it to fill in the seven ideas).
What are the idea group keys in EU4?
Generic groups use keys like economic_ideas, offensive_ideas and administrative_ideas; national ideas use a tag prefix such as FRA_ideas. Every key is listed on the EU4 idea groups page.
Can I add a country's national ideas with the console?
Yes — pass the national idea key, e.g. add_idea_group FRA_ideas adds France's national ideas.