How Do I Use Admin in Sons of the Forest?

To use admin commands or the admin panel in Sons of the Forest, you typically need to enable cheats first. Based on the common method, you can access these features by using a specific command in the in-game chat and then opening the panel.

Using admin features, often referred to as cheats or console commands, can significantly alter gameplay, allowing you to access items, change game settings, or manage the world around you.

Here are the steps to enable and access the admin panel using the 'cheatstick' command:

Steps to Enable Admin Features

1. Open the Chat Window: While playing the game, press the ENTER key on your keyboard. This action will bring up the in-game chat interface at the bottom of your screen.
2. Enter the Cheat Command: In the chat window, type the command cheatstick. This specific command is known to enable the developer console or admin features in Sons of the Forest.
3. Confirm the Command: Press the ENTER key again to confirm and execute the cheatstick command. You should receive some form of confirmation in the chat or notice that cheats are now active.
4. Open the Admin Panel: Once cheats are enabled via the cheatstick command, press the F1 key on your keyboard. This should open the admin or developer panel, giving you access to various options and commands.

Understanding the Process

The cheatstick command acts as a toggle or key to unlock the console or a specific cheat menu. Pressing F1 then provides a user interface to interact with these newly enabled features without needing to type individual commands repeatedly (though console commands can often still be typed directly after enabling cheats).

• Why 'cheatstick'? This is an internal developer command name that stuck. It literally acts like a "cheat stick" to poke and prod the game's internal functions.
• What's in the F1 Panel? The contents of the F1 admin panel can vary but often include options for:
  • Spawning items (weapons, building materials, resources)
  • Teleportation
  • Changing time of day
  • Enabling/disabling enemy AI
  • Adjusting player stats (health, hunger, thirst)
  • Manipulating weather

Quick Reference Table

Action	Key/Command	Purpose
Open Chat	ENTER	Allows text input for commands
Enable Cheats	cheatstick	Unlocks admin functionality
Confirm Command	ENTER	Executes the entered text
Open Admin Panel	F1	Accesses the GUI cheat menu

Important Considerations

• Using admin commands or cheats can significantly change the intended game experience.
• Be cautious when using these features, especially in multiplayer games, as they might affect other players or require host permissions.
• Commands and panel features can change with game updates.

By following these steps, you can enable and access the admin panel in Sons of the Forest to customize your gameplay experience.