What are the default controls for Homeworld 3?

Homeworld 3, a strategy game, uses 25 default keybinds across 6 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap Homeworld 3 controls?

Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Homeworld 3's in-game control or key-binding settings.

Which platforms do these Homeworld 3 controls cover?

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

Is this an official Homeworld 3 resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Homeworld 3 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Homeworld 3 Keyboard controls

Windows
25 default keybinds
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Default PC hotkeys for Homeworld 3's Modern control scheme, the 3D real-time strategy game from Blackbird Interactive. Bindings favor keys near the WASD home position and most inputs are rebindable in settings.

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Layout

25 shortcuts

Selection 10

Action	Shortcut
Select Unit	`LMB`
Box (Bandbox) Select	`LMB`
Select All Military Ships	`F4`
Assign Control Group	`Ctrl1`
Recall Control Group	`1`
Select All Strikecraft	`F5`
Select All Corvettes	`F6`
Select All Frigates	`F7`
Select All Capital Ships	`F8`
Select All Utility Ships	`F9`

Unit Orders 5

Action	Shortcut
Move Order	`V`
Attack	`A`
Issue Order to Location	`RMB`
Harvest	`H`
Cycle Stance	`F2`

Camera 4

Action	Shortcut
Move Camera (Forward/Left/Back/Right)	`W`then`A`then`S`then`D`
Zoom Camera	`Wheel`
Focus / Center on Target	`F`
Move Camera Up / Down	`Q`then`E`

UI 4

Action	Shortcut
Open Build Management	`B`
Open Launch Management	`L`
Open Objectives	`O`
Open Population Panel	`I`

Formations 1

Action	Shortcut
Cycle Formation	`F3`

Game Control 1

Action	Shortcut
Toggle Time Dilation	`P`

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25 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Homeworld 3's control settings.

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Homeworld 3 controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Homeworld 3?: Homeworld 3, a strategy game, uses 25 default keybinds across 6 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Homeworld 3 controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Homeworld 3's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these Homeworld 3 controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Homeworld 3 resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Homeworld 3 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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