What are the default controls for Batman: Arkham Knight?

Batman: Arkham Knight, a action game, uses 45 default keybinds across 7 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap Batman: Arkham Knight controls?

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

Which platforms do these Batman: Arkham Knight controls cover?

These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.

Is this an official Batman: Arkham Knight resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Batman: Arkham Knight or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Batman: Arkham Knight Keyboard controls

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Batman: Arkham Knight is the 2015 open-world action game by Rocksteady Studios, published by WB Games, and the final entry in the Arkham series. These are the default PC keyboard and mouse bindings from the game's official instruction manual, covering free-flow combat, Predator stealth takedowns, gadgets, and the Batmobile in both Pursuit and Battle Mode.

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45 shortcuts

Movement 8

Action	Shortcut
Move	`W`then`A`then`S`then`D`
Run / Glide (hold)	`Space`
Grapnel	`F`
Look / Camera	`Mouse`
Evade (tap twice)	`Space`then`Space`
Crouch (hold)	`Ctrl`
Toggle Crouch	`Caps Lock`
Floor Slide (while running)	`Ctrl`

Combat 8

Action	Shortcut
Strike	`LMB`
Counter	`RMB`
Cape Stun	`MMB`
Aim Gadget (hold)	`RMB`
Use Gadget	`LMB`
Special Combo Takedown	`Alt1`
Ground Takedown	`CtrlRMB`
Environment Takedown	`SpaceLMB`

Batmobile - Pursuit Mode 8

Action	Shortcut
Enter / Call / Exit Batmobile	`E`
Accelerate	`W`
Steer	`A`then`D`
Afterburner (hold)	`LMB`
Brake / Reverse	`S`
Power Slide	`Shift`
Immobilizer Missiles	`MMB`
Eject to Glide (tap twice)	`Space`then`Space`

Batmobile - Battle Mode 7

Action	Shortcut
Battle Mode (hold)	`RMB`
Vulcan Cannon / Power Winch	`LMB`
60mm Cannon	`MMB`
Dodge Thrusters	`Space`
Missile Barrage	`1`
Drone Hacker	`2`
EMP Blast	`3`

Predator 6

Action	Shortcut
Detective Mode (tap)	`X`
Silent Takedown	`RMB`
Fear Multi-Takedown	`LMB`
Environmental Analysis (hold)	`X`
Ledge / Vent / Inverted Takedown	`RMB`
Corner Cover	`CtrlSpace`

Gadgets 4

Action	Shortcut
Gadget Select Menu	`G`
Equip Gadget / Confirm Selection	`Ctrl`
Select Gadget 1	`1`
Detonate Explosive Gel	`MMB`

Menus 4

Action	Shortcut
Pause Menu	`Esc`
WayneTech	`Tab`
Most Wanted / Mission Select	`V`
AR Challenges	`C`

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45 default keybinds across 7 categories. Most can be reassigned in Batman: Arkham Knight's control settings.

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Batman: Arkham Knight controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Batman: Arkham Knight?: Batman: Arkham Knight, a action game, uses 45 default keybinds across 7 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Batman: Arkham Knight controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Batman: Arkham Knight's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these Batman: Arkham Knight controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Batman: Arkham Knight resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Batman: Arkham Knight or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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