To start the game faster when loading from a shortcut, right click the shortcut and choose "Properties." Append "+restart 1" at the end of the address in the Target field and save the change.
God Mode
During game play, press ~ to bring up the console. Type aiCheats.code ByeByeNow and a message will tell you that God mode has been activated. you are invicible and so is any vehicle you are in.
