GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- Keyboard & controller controls
- Windows
- 29 default keybinds
- ✓ Steam Deck ready
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Default keyboard and controller bindings for Arc System Works' 2D fighter GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- on PC, taken from the game's own Button Settings screen. Directional rows assume your character faces right; the system mechanics (Roman Cancel, Psych Burst, Faultless Defense, Wild Assault, Deflect Shield) are button combinations built on the five attack buttons P, K, S, HS and D.
All GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- controls
29 shortcuts
Movement 10
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Up / Jump | W |
| Down / Crouch | S |
| Left (walk back when facing right) | A |
| Right (walk forward when facing right) | D |
| Dash / Run (double-tap forward) | DthenD |
| Dash (dedicated Dash button) | Q |
| Backdash (double-tap back) | AthenA |
| Double Jump (in air) | W |
| Air Dash (in air, double-tap forward) | DthenD |
| High Jump (down, then up) | SthenW |
Attacks 10
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Punch (P) | J |
| Kick (K) | U |
| Slash (S) | I |
| Heavy Slash (HS) | O |
| Dust Attack (overhead, D) | L |
| Throw (forward + Dust) | DL |
| Sweep (2D, low knockdown) | SL |
| Anti-air Punch (6P) | DJ |
| Back Throw (back + Dust) | AL |
| Forward Heavy Slash (6H) | DO |
Defense 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Block High (hold back) | A |
| Block Low (hold down-back) | SA |
| Faultless Defense (back + two attacks, not D) | AJU |
| Deflect Shield (214D, 50% Burst) | SthenSAthenAL |
System Mechanics 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Roman Cancel (three attacks, not D) | JUI |
| Psych Burst (D + another attack) | LJ |
| Wild Assault (236D, 50% Burst) | SthenSDthenDL |
Training & Menus 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Pause | Enter |
| Reset Positions (Training) | Space |
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26 shortcuts
Movement 9
| Action | XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Up / Jump | D-Pad ↑ |
| Down / Crouch | D-Pad ↓ |
| Left (walk back when facing right) | D-Pad ← |
| Right (walk forward when facing right) | D-Pad → |
| Dash / Run (double-tap forward) | D-Pad →thenD-Pad → |
| Backdash (double-tap back) | D-Pad ←thenD-Pad ← |
| Double Jump (in air) | D-Pad ↑ |
| Air Dash (in air, double-tap forward) | D-Pad →thenD-Pad → |
| High Jump (down, then up) | D-Pad ↓thenD-Pad ↑ |
Attacks 10
| Action | XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Punch (P) | X■XY |
| Kick (K) | A✕AB |
| Slash (S) | Y▲YX |
| Heavy Slash (HS) | B●BA |
| Dust Attack (overhead, D) | RBR1R1R |
| Throw (forward + Dust) | D-Pad →RBR1R1R |
| Sweep (2D, low knockdown) | D-Pad ↓RBR1R1R |
| Anti-air Punch (6P) | D-Pad →X■XY |
| Back Throw (back + Dust) | D-Pad ←RBR1R1R |
| Forward Heavy Slash (6H) | D-Pad →B●BA |
Defense 4
| Action | XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Block High (hold back) | D-Pad ← |
| Block Low (hold down-back) | D-Pad ↓D-Pad ← |
| Faultless Defense (back + two attacks, not D) | D-Pad ←X■XYA✕AB |
| Deflect Shield (214D, 50% Burst) | D-Pad ↓thenD-Pad ↓D-Pad ←thenD-Pad ←RBR1R1R |
System Mechanics 3
| Action | XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Roman Cancel (three attacks, not D) | X■XYA✕ABY▲YX |
| Psych Burst (D + another attack) | RBR1R1RX■XY |
| Wild Assault (236D, 50% Burst) | D-Pad ↓thenD-Pad ↓D-Pad →thenD-Pad →RBR1R1R |
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29 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-'s control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and Steam Deck buttons side by side.
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GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-?
- GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-, a action 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 GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-'s in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- support a controller?
- Yes — GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- has full gamepad support. The Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and Steam Deck button maps are shown on this page alongside the keyboard controls.
- Which platforms do these GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- also released on Xbox, PlayStation and Switch, and this page carries those controller bindings too. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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