Lethal Company Terminal Commands (Complete List)

A fast MVP reference for terminal commands lethal company players use most. This page focuses on practical command flow and common fixes during live runs.

What Terminal Commands Do (Quick Overview)

Terminal commands handle routing, store purchases, and quick status checks. In practice, command speed is less about typing fast and more about using the correct command order.

  • Use discovery commands first (like MOONS and STORE).
  • Use action commands second (like ROUTE and BUY).
  • Validate context with HELP when something fails.

Essential Commands (buy / route / info / scan / moons / bestiary / store)

BUY

Purchase tools quickly from the store.

Tip: Use exact item spelling from STORE before confirming.

ROUTE

Set the next moon destination.

Tip: Run MOONS first, then copy the exact moon name.

INFO

Check context-specific status info in supported builds.

Tip: If INFO does nothing, use HELP to see available commands in your lobby.

SCAN

Pull quick scan data for team calls.

Tip: Use it on a fixed cadence so calls stay consistent.

MOONS

List available moons and routing options.

Tip: Re-check after patches or modpack changes.

BESTIARY

Open enemy reference in supported contexts.

Tip: Use for quick threat reminders before risky runs.

STORE

Open the company store catalog.

Tip: Pair with BUY and a budget plan from quota calculator.

Common Mistakes & Troubleshooting

Command returns unknown

Use HELP in your current terminal state and only use listed commands.

Cannot route to a moon

Run MOONS first, then copy exact moon spelling and spacing before ROUTE.

BUY command not working

Open STORE first and enter exact item name; some lobbies need a confirm step.

INFO/BESTIARY missing

These can be contextual by version or lobby setup; rely on HELP as source of truth.

FAQ

What are the most useful terminal commands in Lethal Company?

For most crews, the highest-impact set is MOONS, ROUTE, STORE, BUY, and SCAN. Add BESTIARY and INFO when your lobby supports them.

How do I buy items faster using terminal commands?

Use STORE first, then type BUY with exact item text and quantity if supported. Keep one player as dedicated terminal operator to reduce mistypes.

Why can't I route to a moon (command not working)?

Usually the moon name does not exactly match your MOONS list, or the terminal is in the wrong context. Re-open the list and copy the moon name exactly.

Related Tools

Plan commands with quota calculator and jump to these pages for deeper run prep.