Skyrim Codex

set timescale to Console Command

Documentation and examples for the set timescale to command in Skyrim.

set timescale to

World & MovementAlias: timescale

Change how fast in-game time passes relative to real time.

ParameterDescription
TimescaleNumberrequiredThe numeric value to set.

Command builder

Fill in the parameters to build a ready-to-paste set timescale to command.

Timescale

Examples

Here are some examples of how to use set timescale to.

Slows the in-game clock to half the default speed.

Makes in-game time pass at roughly real-time speed.

Overview

Adjusts the timescale global, which controls how many in-game minutes pass per real second. The default is 20; lowering it to around 10 makes days feel longer and more immersive, while raising it speeds the day-night cycle. Setting it very low or to 1 is popular for realistic playthroughs. It uses the set command syntax with the timescale variable.

Frequently asked questions

How do you use the set timescale to command in Skyrim?

Open the console with the tilde (~) key while in-game, type set timescale to followed by its parameters, then press Enter. For example: set timescale to 10. The console is only available in the PC version of Skyrim.

What does the set timescale to command do?

Change how fast in-game time passes relative to real time.

What are the parameters for the set timescale to command?

The syntax is set timescale to [timescale]. It takes one argument: timescale.

Does the set timescale to command require any DLC?

No. set timescale to is part of the base game and works without any DLC.

Does using set timescale to disable Steam achievements?

Opening the console and entering any command, including set timescale to, 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.