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Deep Rock Galactic Keyboard & Controller Controls
Shooter games →A complete reference to the default keyboard and mouse controls for Deep Rock Galactic on PC. Learn the default keybindings for movement, mining and combat, your support and traversal tools, flares, the laser pointer and terrain scanner, plus team communication so you and your fellow dwarves can dig deep with confidence. Rock and Stone!
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All Deep Rock Galactic controls
29 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in Deep Rock Galactic's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox and PlayStation buttons side by side.
Tools & Equipment 9
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Equip Primary Weapon | 1 |
| Equip Secondary Weapon | 2 |
| Equip Utility / Support Tool | 3 |
| Equip Traversal / Mobility Tool | 4 |
| Throw Flare | F |
| Equip Resupply Tool | 5 |
| Cycle Equipment (next/previous) | Wheel ↑ |
| Previous Item | Q |
| Toggle Headlight (hold) | F |
Movement 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | W |
| Move Backward | S |
| Move Left | A |
| Move Right | D |
| Sprint (hold) | Shift |
| Jump | Space |
Communication 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Laser Pointer / Ping (hold) | Ctrl |
| Shout | X |
| Salute | V |
| Push to Talk (hold) | Z |
| Text Chat | Enter |
Interface 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Interact / Use / Pick Up | E |
| Terrain Scanner (hold) | Tab |
| Open Menu | Esc |
| Terrain Scanner (alt) | M |
| Toggle HUD (hold) | H |
Combat 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Fire Weapon | LMB |
| Swing Pickaxe / Melee | RMB |
| Reload Weapon | R |
| Throw Grenade | G |
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Tools & Equipment 8
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Equip Primary Weapon | D-Pad ↑ |
| Equip Secondary Weapon | D-Pad ← |
| Equip Utility / Support Tool | D-Pad ↓ |
| Equip Traversal / Mobility Tool | D-Pad → |
| Throw Flare | B●BA |
| Equip Resupply Tool | D-Pad ↓thenD-Pad ↓ |
| Previous Item | LBL1L1L |
| Toggle Headlight (hold) | B●BA |
Movement 6
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | L-Stick |
| Move Backward | L-Stick |
| Move Left | L-Stick |
| Move Right | L-Stick |
| Sprint (hold) | LSL3L3LS |
| Jump | A✕AB |
Communication 3
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Laser Pointer / Ping (hold) | LBL1L1L |
| Shout | LBL1L1L |
| Salute | RSR3R3RS |
Interface 4
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Interact / Use / Pick Up | X■XY |
| Terrain Scanner (hold) | ViewShareView− |
| Open Menu | MenuOptionsMenu+ |
| Terrain Scanner (alt) | ViewShareView− |
Combat 4
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Fire Weapon | RTR2R2ZR |
| Swing Pickaxe / Melee | LTL2L2ZL |
| Reload Weapon | X■XY |
| Throw Grenade | RBR1R1R |
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Deep Rock Galactic controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Deep Rock Galactic?
- Deep Rock Galactic, a shooter game, uses 29 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 Deep Rock Galactic controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Deep Rock Galactic's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Deep Rock Galactic support a controller?
- Yes — Deep Rock Galactic 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 Deep Rock Galactic controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Deep Rock Galactic resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Deep Rock Galactic or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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