What are the default controls for Call of Duty: World at War?

Call of Duty: World at War, a shooter game, uses 36 default keybinds across 5 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap Call of Duty: World at War controls?

Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Call of Duty: World at War's in-game control or key-binding settings.

Which platforms do these Call of Duty: World at War controls cover?

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

Is this an official Call of Duty: World at War resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Call of Duty: World at War or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Call of Duty: World at War Keyboard controls

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Default PC keyboard and mouse controls for Treyarch's 2008 Call of Duty: World at War, transcribed from the Game Controls table in Activision's Windows manual. Covers leaning and stance changes, rifle grenades and satchel charges, the overhead map reward, and the multiplayer chat, vote and invite keys.

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All Call of Duty: World at War keyboard controls

Layout

36 shortcuts

Movement 10

Action	Shortcut
Move Forward	`W`
Sprint / Hold Breath	`Shift`
Backpedal	`S`
Move Left	`A`
Move Right	`D`
Stand / Jump	`Space`
Crouch	`C`
Prone	`Ctrl`
Lean Left	`Q`
Lean Right	`E`

Combat 7

Action	Shortcut
Attack	`LMB`
Aim Down Sight (ADS)	`RMB`
Reload	`R`
Switch Weapon	`1`
Use	`F`
Melee Attack	`V`
Switch Weapon (mouse wheel)	`Wheel`

Interface 7

Action	Shortcut
Pause / Menu	`Esc`
View Score / Show Objectives	`Tab`
Overhead Map	`X`
View Score / Show Objectives (alternate)	`F4`
Console	`
Screenshot	`F12`
Accept In-game Invite	`F10`

Equipment 6

Action	Shortcut
Throw Frag Grenade	`G`
Throw Special Grenades	`4`
Throw Frag Grenade (alternate)	`MMB`
Rifle Grenade	`5`
Satchel Charge	`6`
Equipment	`7`

Communication 6

Action	Shortcut
Text Chat	`T`
Team Chat	`Y`
Voice Chat (push to talk)	`Z`
Quick Chat	`B`
Vote Yes	`F1`
Vote No	`F2`

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36 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in Call of Duty: World at War's control settings.

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Call of Duty: World at War controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Call of Duty: World at War?: Call of Duty: World at War, a shooter game, uses 36 default keybinds across 5 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Call of Duty: World at War controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Call of Duty: World at War's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these Call of Duty: World at War controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Call of Duty: World at War resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Call of Duty: World at War or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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