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GTA 3 Cheats for Switch

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GTA 3 cheats for the Nintendo Switch

Cheats Overview

Using and activating cheats in GTA 3 on the Nintendo Switch is a simple process. Follow these steps to make the most of the available cheat codes:

  1. Create a new save file

    Before using any cheats, create a separate save file to ensure that your non-cheats progress remains unaffected. This is important because some cheats may impact your ability to earn Achievements, and certain cheats are irreversible.

  2. Choose your desired cheats

    See our list of GTA 3 cheat codes for the Switch below and select the cheats that you want to use.

  3. Enter the cheat code

    To activate a cheat, enter the corresponding button combination on your controller without pausing the game. Make sure to input the buttons quickly and in the correct order for the code to register successfully.

  4. Troubleshoot if needed

    If the cheat code doesn’t work on your first attempt, try the following:

    • Ensure that you are entering the button combination quickly and accurately.
    • Adjust your controller layout by switching between the “classic” and “modern” settings in the options menu. After changing the layout, try entering the code again.

  5. Confirm cheat activation

    When you successfully trigger a cheat, a small pop-up message will appear on the screen, indicating that the cheat is now active.

GTA 3 Cheats Switch List

  • Big Head Mode: UP, UP, DOWN, DOWN, LEFT RIGHT, LEFT RIGHT, A, B
    This is a brand new cheat code introduced in the definitive edition.

  • Flying Cars: RIGHT, ZR, A, R, ZL, DOWN, L, R
    Like the name says, cars are no longer grounded.

  • NPCs Carry Weapons: ZR, R, X, B, ZL, L, UP, DOWN
    NPCs will become armed, but not automatically hostile. They’ll retaliate if attacked, though.

  • NPC Riot: DOWN, UP, LEFT, UP, B, R, ZR, ZL, L
    NPCs will become hostile to the player and each other. Permanent.

  • NPCs Attack: DOWN, UP, LEFT, UP, B, R, ZR, L, ZL
    NPCs will become hostile to the player only. Permanent.

  • Give All Weapons: ZR, ZR, L, ZR, LEFT, DOWN, RIGHT, UP, LEFT, DOWN, RIGHT, UP
    You’ll get every weapon in the game: the rocket launcher, flame thrower, baseball bat, molotov, grenades, pistol, micro SMG, AK47, M16, shotgun, and sniper rifle.

  • Give $250,000: ZR, ZR, L(2X), LEFT, DOWN, RIGHT, UP, LEFT, DOWN, RIGHT, UP
    You instantly get $250,000.

  • Maximum Armor: ZR, ZR, L, ZL, LEFT, DOWN, RIGHT, UP, LEFT, DOWN, RIGHT, UP
    Armor instantly replenished.

  • Maximum Health: ZR, ZR, L, R, LEFT, DOWN, RIGHT, UP, LEFT, DOWN, RIGHT, UP
    HP instantly replenished.

  • Cloudy Weather: L, ZL, R, ZR, ZR, R, ZL, Y
    Changes the weather to cloudy.

  • Rainy Weather: L, ZL, R, ZR, ZR, R, ZL, A
    Changes the weather to rainy.

  • Foggy Weather: L, ZL, R, ZR, ZR, R, ZL, B
    Changes weather to very foggy.

  • Clear Weather: L, ZL, R, ZR, ZR, R, ZL, X
    Changes the weather to sunny / clear.

  • Decrease Wanted Level: ZR, ZR, L, ZR, UP, DOWN, UP, DOWN, UP, DOWN
    Decreases your wanted rating by one.

  • Increase Wanted Level: ZR(2X), L, ZR, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT
    Increases your wanted rating by one.

  • Auto-Explode Cars: ZL, ZR, L, R, ZL, ZR, X, Y, A, X, LT, L
    Instantly blows up nearby vehicles.

  • Toggle Character Skin: RIGHT, DOWN, LEFT, UP, L, ZL, UP, LEFT, DOWN, RIGHT
    Cycles through various NPC character models.

  • Better Handling: R, L, ZR, L, LEFT, R(2X), X
    Makes cars easier to drive and handle.

  • Faster Gameplay: X, UP, RIGHT, DOWN, Y, L, ZL
    Gameplay is sped up.

  • Slower Gameplay: X, UP, RIGHT, DOWN, Y, R, ZR
    Gameplay is slowed down.

  • The “invisible cars,” “speed up time,” and “increased gore” cheat codes do not work in the definitive edition of GTA 3 on the Switch.

  • Spawn Tank: A(6X), R, ZL, L, X, A, X
    Spawns a tank directly in front of the player.

  • Vehicle Jump: R, L, ZR, L, LEFT, R, R, X
    Make your vehicle jump. Press L3 to jump when inside a vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I create a separate save file before using cheats in GTA 3 on Switch?

Yes, it’s essential to create a new save file to keep your non-cheats and cheats saves separate. Using cheat codes can affect your ability to earn Achievements, and some cheats are irreversible. Having a clean save point to return to is crucial.

Are there any new cheats exclusive to the Nintendo Switch version of GTA 3?

Yes, the Nintendo Switch version of GTA 3 includes a new “Big Head” cheat code. This cheat is inspired by the classic Konami code and can be activated by pressing the following buttons in sequence: UP, UP, DOWN, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, A, B.

What should I do if the cheat code doesn’t work?

If the cheat code doesn’t work on your first attempt, make sure you are entering the button combination quickly and in the correct order. If it still doesn’t work, try adjusting your controller layout by switching between the “classic” and “modern” settings, which can be found in the options menu. After changing the layout, attempt to enter the code again.

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stealthMode

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I just got this on the Switch. Going to bookmark the article. It has been a long time since I played the classics but was in the mood for it. Perfect timing to be stumbling on this. I gotta say Nintendo did a decent job remastering them from what I have seen thus far.

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Is this collection worth the $50? I was thinking of getting it but if it is buggy or not properly remastered, I feel like that is a lot of money to drop on older titles. I have been wanting to play them though and I would rather play them on Switch than messing with roms. Glad to see there are cheats that will work too.

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kingOf0

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I ended up getting the collection. Had no idea there were new cheats and things added. I only played through Vice City so far.
Yes. You are getting 3 games and they did a goo job with updating them imo.

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It's pretty decent if you want to jump in with an open-mind. Unfortunately, it got a bad rep because of what players' expectations. They expected a complete remastered version of these games. But, the games are simply a remake with slight visual improvements (for the most part). If you want to relive the classics with a bit more fidelity but almost exactly the same gameplay (with slight QoL updates), I'd say its decent purchase.

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EliteGamer

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So no buggy issues then?
That is fair. I mean I don't expect them to be groundbreaking. They are still going to be the same games. I just didn't know if the cost justified it or not. I don't know if/when these will go on sale either. I might wait for that and see.

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Hassan

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I'd personally recommend waiting for a sale ahah!

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Yeah, I am going to do that. Like I don't mind spending $50 for a game but these are dated titles. If I am going to buy older games, I don't want to be spending a lot of money.

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kingOf0

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Nope. But if you are settled on waiting for a sale, I get it. A lot of people have expressed it being to high a cost for older games.

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Hassan

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Exactly my point!

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I am going to just keep an eye out for a sale. I don't need anything else to play at the moment anyways. I have a lot of options and hardly touch anything as is.

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