What are the default controls for Deadlock?

Deadlock, a moba game, uses 24 default keybinds across 6 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap Deadlock controls?

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

Which platforms do these Deadlock controls cover?

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

Is this an official Deadlock resource?

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

Deadlock Keyboard controls

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Default PC keyboard and mouse controls for Deadlock, Valve's 6v6 third-person hero shooter MOBA. Abilities default to the number row (1-4) with active items on Z, X, C, and V, plus movement tech like dashing and sliding. Deadlock is in active development, so these defaults may change between patches.

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Layout

Combat 5

Action	Shortcut
Fire Weapon	`LMB`
Zoom / Aim	`RMB`
Reload	`R`
Melee	`Q`
Parry	`F`

Items & Shop 5

Action	Shortcut
Item Slot 1	`Z`
Item Slot 2	`X`
Item Slot 3	`C`
Item Slot 4	`V`
Open Shop	`B`

Movement 4

Action	Shortcut
Move	`W`then`A`then`S`then`D`
Jump / Mantle	`Space`
Dash	`Shift`
Crouch / Slide	`Ctrl`

Abilities 4

Action	Shortcut
Ability 1	`1`
Ability 2	`2`
Ability 3	`3`
Ability 4 (Ultimate)	`4`

Comms & Map 4

Action	Shortcut
Ping	`MMB`
Push to Talk	`T`
Team Chat	`Enter`
All Chat	`ShiftEnter`

Misc 2

Action	Shortcut
Scoreboard	`Tab`
Show Extra Info	`Alt`

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24 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Deadlock's control settings.

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Deadlock controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Deadlock?: Deadlock, a moba game, uses 24 default keybinds across 6 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Deadlock controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Deadlock's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these Deadlock controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Deadlock resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Deadlock or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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