disableplayercontrols Console Command
Documentation and examples for the disableplayercontrols command in Skyrim.
disableplayercontrols
Disable the player's controls.
Examples
Here is an example of how to use disableplayercontrols.
Locks the player's controls until re-enabled.
Overview
Locks the player's controls, preventing movement, camera, menus or combat, much as a scripted scene would. It is mainly used by modders and for staging cinematic moments. Remember to run enableplayercontrols afterward, or you will be stuck. Use with care.
Frequently asked questions
How do you use the disableplayercontrols command in Skyrim?
Open the console with the tilde (~) key while in-game, type disableplayercontrols, then press Enter. For example: disableplayercontrols. The console is only available in the PC version of Skyrim.
What does the disableplayercontrols command do?
Disable the player's controls.
Does the disableplayercontrols command require any DLC?
No. disableplayercontrols is part of the base game and works without any DLC.
Does using disableplayercontrols disable Steam achievements?
Opening the console and entering any command, including disableplayercontrols, disables Steam achievements for the rest of that play session on PC. Reload an earlier save or use an achievement-enabler mod if you still want achievements.