What are the default controls for Fallout 76?

Fallout 76, a rpg game, uses 29 default keybinds across 6 categories — on keyboard and controller. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap Fallout 76 controls?

Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Fallout 76's in-game control or key-binding settings.

Does Fallout 76 support a controller?

Yes — Fallout 76 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 Fallout 76 controls cover?

These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Fallout 76 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 Fallout 76 resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Fallout 76 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Fallout 76 Keyboard & controller controls

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29 default keybinds
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A reference to the default keyboard and mouse controls for Fallout 76 on PC. Covers movement, combat, V.A.T.S., the Pip-Boy, C.A.M.P. building, and emotes so you can survive Appalachia with confidence.

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29 shortcuts

Movement 8

Action	Shortcut
Move Forward	`W`
Move Backward	`S`
Strafe Left	`A`
Strafe Right	`D`
Sprint	`Shift`
Jump	`Space`
Sneak / Crouch	`Ctrl`
Toggle Always Run	`Caps Lock`

Pip-Boy 7

Action	Shortcut
Open Pip-Boy	`Tab`
Open Favorites Menu	`F`
Pip-Boy Quick Inventory	`I`
Pip-Boy Quick Map	`M`
Pip-Boy Quick Stats	`K`
Pip-Boy Quick Data	`J`
Pip-Boy Quick Radio	`O`

Combat 6

Action	Shortcut
Attack / Fire Weapon	`LMB`
V.A.T.S.	`Q`
Aim / Block	`RMB`
Draw / Reload Weapon	`R`
Melee / Power Attack / Grenade (hold)	`Alt`
Holster Weapon (hold)	`R`

Misc 5

Action	Shortcut
Activate / Interact	`E`
Look / Camera	`Mouse`
Pause / Menu	`Esc`
Toggle View (1st / 3rd Person)	`V`
Wait (while seated)	`T`

C.A.M.P. 2

Action	Shortcut
Enter C.A.M.P. Build Mode (hold)	`V`
Place C.A.M.P.	`Z`

Social 1

Action	Shortcut
Open Emote Wheel (hold)	`G`

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Esc

F10

F11

F12

⌫ Back

Tab

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Caps

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Enter ⏎

Shift

Ctrl

Win

Alt

Space

Alt

Win

Ctrl

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←

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Movement 4

Action	XboxPlayStationSteam Deck
Move Forward	`L-Stick`
Sprint	`LSL3L3`
Jump	`Y▲Y`
Sneak / Crouch	`RSR3R3`

Pip-Boy 2

Action	XboxPlayStationSteam Deck
Open Pip-Boy	`B●B`
Pip-Boy Quick Map	`MenuOptionsMenu`

Combat 5

Action	XboxPlayStationSteam Deck
Attack / Fire Weapon	`RTR2R2`
V.A.T.S.	`LBL1L1`
Aim / Block	`LTL2L2`
Draw / Reload Weapon	`X■X`
Melee / Power Attack / Grenade (hold)	`RBR1R1`

Misc 4

Action	XboxPlayStationSteam Deck
Activate / Interact	`A✕A`
Look / Camera	`R-Stick`
Pause / Menu	`MenuOptionsMenu`
Toggle View (1st / 3rd Person)	`ViewShareView`

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29 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Fallout 76's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox, PlayStation and Steam Deck buttons side by side.

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Fallout 76 controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Fallout 76?: Fallout 76, a rpg game, uses 29 default keybinds across 6 categories — on keyboard and controller. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Fallout 76 controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Fallout 76's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Does Fallout 76 support a controller?: Yes — Fallout 76 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 Fallout 76 controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Fallout 76 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 Fallout 76 resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Fallout 76 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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