Avowed Keyboard & controller controls
- Windows
- 35 default keybinds
- ✓ Steam Deck ready
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A complete reference to the default keyboard and mouse controls for Avowed, Obsidian's first-person fantasy RPG set in the Living Lands. Learn the default keybindings for movement, combat, abilities, weapon swapping, items, and menus so you can explore Eora with confidence.
All Avowed controls
35 shortcuts
Movement 9
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | W |
| Move Backward | S |
| Strafe Left | A |
| Strafe Right | D |
| Jump / Parkour | Space |
| Sprint (hold) | Shift |
| Look / Aim Camera | Mouse |
| Crouch / Slide | Ctrl |
| Crouch / Slide (alt) | C |
Interface 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open Inventory | I |
| Open Map | M |
| Open Menu / Back | Esc |
| Open Journal / Quest Log | J |
| Open Ledger / Character Stats | Tab |
| Confirm / Select (in menu) | Enter |
| Next Tab (in menu) | E |
| Previous Tab (in menu) | Q |
Abilities 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Ability Radial / Wheel | E |
| Ability Slot 1 | 1 |
| Ability Slot 2 | 2 |
| Ability Slot 3 | 3 |
| Ability Slot 4 | 4 |
| Ability Slot 5 | 5 |
| Ability Slot 6 | 6 |
Combat 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Main Hand Attack / Action | LMB |
| Off Hand / Secondary Action (Block, Cast) | RMB |
| Swap Weapon Set | Alt |
| Throw | Q |
| Sheathe / Draw Weapons | T |
| Swap Weapon Set (alt) | Wheel ↑ |
Items 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Drink Health Potion | Z |
| Drink Essence Potion | X |
System 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Quick Save | F5 |
| Quick Load | F8 |
Exploration 1
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Interact / Talk / Grab | F |
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+ 1 more control in the table below
+ 1 more control in the table below
Movement 8
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | L-Stick |
| Move Backward | L-Stick |
| Strafe Left | L-Stick |
| Strafe Right | L-Stick |
| Jump / Parkour | A✕A |
| Sprint (hold) | LSL3L3 |
| Look / Aim Camera | R-Stick |
| Crouch / Slide | B●B |
Interface 5
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Open Menu / Back | MenuOptionsMenu |
| Open Ledger / Character Stats | ViewShareView |
| Confirm / Select (in menu) | A✕A |
| Next Tab (in menu) | RBR1R1 |
| Previous Tab (in menu) | LBL1L1 |
Abilities 5
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Ability Radial / Wheel | LBL1L1 |
| Ability Slot 1 | D-Pad ↑ |
| Ability Slot 2 | D-Pad ↓ |
| Ability Slot 3 | D-Pad → |
| Ability Slot 4 | D-Pad ← |
Combat 5
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Main Hand Attack / Action | RTR2R2 |
| Off Hand / Secondary Action (Block, Cast) | LTL2L2 |
| Swap Weapon Set | Y▲Y |
| Throw | RBR1R1 |
| Sheathe / Draw Weapons | Y▲Y |
Exploration 1
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Interact / Talk / Grab | X■X |
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35 default keybinds across 7 categories. Most can be reassigned in Avowed's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox, PlayStation and Steam Deck buttons side by side.
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Avowed controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Avowed?
- Avowed, a rpg game, uses 35 default keybinds across 7 categories — on keyboard and controller. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
- Can you remap Avowed controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Avowed's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Avowed support a controller?
- Yes — Avowed has full gamepad support. The Xbox, PlayStation and Steam Deck button maps are shown on this page alongside the keyboard controls.
- Which platforms do these Avowed controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Avowed also released on Xbox and PlayStation, and this page carries those controller bindings too. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Avowed resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Avowed or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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