What This Cheat Does
The Full Armor cheat in GTA Vice City grants Tommy Vercetti maximum armor, ensuring he can withstand more damage during firefights.
This cheat is particularly useful when engaging in tough missions or when you are surrounded by enemies, giving you a significant advantage in combat situations.
How to Enter the Cheat
On PC
Type PRECIOUSPROTECTION during normal gameplay — there is no console or menu to open. A message confirms the cheat is active.
On PlayStation
Enter the button combo on your controller during gameplay — not while paused. A confirmation appears on screen.
On Xbox
Enter the button combo during gameplay. The game confirms the moment the cheat activates.
Good to Know
Use this cheat before big battles to maximize your survivability.
Heads up: GTA Vice City cheats can’t be turned off once entered — some keep running until you reload, and a few (especially the character-model cheats) can break missions and cutscenes, so use them on a separate save file. Entering cheats also disables achievements and trophies on the Definitive Edition.