What are the default controls for Alan Wake?

Alan Wake, a horror game, uses 27 default keybinds across 5 categories — on keyboard and controller. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap Alan Wake controls?

Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Alan Wake's in-game control or key-binding settings.

Does Alan Wake support a controller?

Yes — Alan Wake has full gamepad support. The Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and Steam Deck button maps are shown on this page alongside the keyboard controls.

Which platforms do these Alan Wake controls cover?

These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Alan Wake also released on Xbox, PlayStation and Switch, and this page carries those controller bindings too. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.

Is this an official Alan Wake resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Alan Wake or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Alan Wake Keyboard & controller controls

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Default keyboard, mouse and Xbox controller layout for Remedy's 2012 PC release of Alan Wake, the psychological thriller where light is a weapon. Burn the darkness off the Taken with a boosted flashlight, then finish them with a revolver or shotgun.

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27 shortcuts

Movement 6

Action	Shortcut
Move	`W`then`A`then`S`then`D`
Sprint / Dodge (with a direction)	`Shift`
Look Around	`Mouse`
Jump	`Space`
Focus	`F`
Toggle Camera Side	`Tab`

Combat 6

Action	Shortcut
Shoot	`LMB`
Boost Flashlight (aim on pad)	`RMB`
Change Batteries	`Q`
Reload Weapon	`R`
Throw Flare / Flashbang	`MMB`
Hold a Lit Flare (hold)	`MMB`

Driving 6

Action	Shortcut
Enter Vehicle	`E`
Accelerate	`W`
Brake / Reverse	`S`
Steer Left	`A`
Steer Right	`D`
Boost Headlights	`RMB`

Weapons 5

Action	Shortcut
Select Weapon	`Wheel`
Two-Handed Weapon	`1`
Pistol	`2`
Flare Gun	`3`
Flare / Flashbang	`4`

Interaction 4

Action	Shortcut
Use / Exit Minigame	`E`
Start Generator	`E`
Read Manuscripts	`F5`
Time Generator Flywheel (in the green)	`LMB`

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Esc

F10

F11

F12

⌫ Back

Tab

[

]

Caps

;

Enter ⏎

Shift

Ctrl

Win

Alt

Space

Alt

Win

Ctrl

MMB · Throw Flare / Flashbang

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+ 1 more control in the table below

Movement 6

Action	XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck
Move	`L-Stick`
Sprint / Dodge (with a direction)	`LBL1L1L`
Look Around	`R-Stick`
Jump	`A✕AB`
Focus	`LSL3L3LS`
Toggle Camera Side	`RSR3R3RS`

Combat 6

Action	XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck
Shoot	`RTR2R2ZR`
Boost Flashlight (aim on pad)	`LTL2L2ZL`
Change Batteries	`Y▲YX`
Reload Weapon	`X■XY`
Throw Flare / Flashbang	`RBR1R1R`
Hold a Lit Flare (hold)	`RBR1R1R`

Driving 6

Action	XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck
Enter Vehicle	`B●BA`
Accelerate	`RTR2R2ZR`
Brake / Reverse	`LTL2L2ZL`
Steer Left	`L-Stick`
Steer Right	`L-Stick`
Boost Headlights	`A✕AB`

Interaction 4

Action	XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck
Use / Exit Minigame	`B●BA`
Start Generator	`B●BA`
Read Manuscripts	`ViewShareView−`
Time Generator Flywheel (in the green)	`A✕AB`

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27 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in Alan Wake's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and Steam Deck buttons side by side.

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Alan Wake controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Alan Wake?: Alan Wake, a horror game, uses 27 default keybinds across 5 categories — on keyboard and controller. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Alan Wake controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Alan Wake's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Does Alan Wake support a controller?: Yes — Alan Wake has full gamepad support. The Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and Steam Deck button maps are shown on this page alongside the keyboard controls.
Which platforms do these Alan Wake controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Alan Wake also released on Xbox, PlayStation and Switch, and this page carries those controller bindings too. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Alan Wake resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Alan Wake or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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Weapons 5

Interaction 4

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Combat 6

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Interaction 4

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