Just Cause 3 Keyboard & controller controls
- Windows
- 44 default keybinds
- ✓ Steam Deck ready
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Just Cause 3 is Avalanche Studios' 2015 open-world action game, published by Square Enix, in which Rico Rodriguez liberates the Mediterranean island nation of Medici. Its default PC scheme splits into three distinct layers — on-foot combat, the grappling hook/wingsuit/parachute traversal chain, and separate handling for cars, bikes, helicopters and jets. The controller column is the game's documented Xbox layout, which also applies on Steam Deck.
All Just Cause 3 controls
44 shortcuts
Vehicles & Driving 14
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Accelerate | W |
| Brake / Reverse | S |
| Steer Left / Right | AthenD |
| Handbrake | Shift |
| Nitro / Turbo Jump (hold) | MMB |
| Stunt Mode / Open Parachute (hold) | Space |
| Fire Main Vehicle Weapon | LMB |
| Fire Secondary Vehicle Weapon | RMB |
| Look Behind / Center View (hold) | B |
| Release Tether (in vehicle) | V |
| Horn | X |
| Motorcycle: Tilt Forward | Alt |
| Motorcycle: Tilt Backwards | Ctrl |
| Motorcycle: Reload / Holster Weapon (hold) | RMB |
Weapons & Combat 10
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Fire Weapon | LMB |
| Reload Weapon | R |
| Detonate Explosives (hold on pad) | Q |
| Throw Grenade | F |
| Careful Aim (with scope MOD) | MMB |
| Select One-Handed Weapon | 1 |
| Select Two-Handed Weapon | 2 |
| Select Special Weapon | 3 |
| Select Explosives | Caps Lock |
| Change Weapon (cycle) | Wheel |
Aircraft 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Helicopter: Increase Altitude | Shift |
| Helicopter: Decrease Altitude | Ctrl |
| Helicopter: Tilt / Steer | Mouse |
| Jet: Accelerate | Shift |
| Jet: Decelerate | Ctrl |
| Jet: Rotate (roll) Left / Right | AthenD |
| Jet: Nose Down / Nose Up | WthenS |
| Helicopter: Turn Left / Right | AthenD |
On Foot 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move (forward / left / back / right) | WthenAthenSthenD |
| Jump / Open Parachute (in the air) | Space |
| Look / Move Camera | Mouse |
| Interact / Enter-Leave Vehicle | E |
| Melee Attack | C |
| Cancel / Detach | Ctrl |
Grapple & Wingsuit 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Fire Grappling Hook | RMB |
| Pull / Retract Tether | Shift |
| Open Wingsuit | E |
| Release Tether | V |
Interface 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open Commlink (map, missions, upgrades) | Tab |
| Pause Game / Menu | Esc |
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+ 2 more controls in the table below
+ 2 more controls in the table below
39 shortcuts
Vehicles & Driving 12
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Accelerate | RTR2R2 |
| Brake / Reverse | LTL2L2 |
| Steer Left / Right | L-Stick |
| Handbrake | X■X |
| Nitro / Turbo Jump (hold) | B●B |
| Stunt Mode / Open Parachute (hold) | A✕A |
| Fire Main Vehicle Weapon | LBL1L1 |
| Fire Secondary Vehicle Weapon | RBR1R1 |
| Look Behind / Center View (hold) | RSR3R3 |
| Release Tether (in vehicle) | D-Pad ↓ |
| Horn | LSL3L3 |
| Motorcycle: Reload / Holster Weapon (hold) | LBL1L1 |
Weapons & Combat 9
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Fire Weapon | RTR2R2 |
| Reload Weapon | X■X |
| Detonate Explosives (hold on pad) | RBR1R1 |
| Throw Grenade | RBR1R1 |
| Careful Aim (with scope MOD) | RSR3R3 |
| Select One-Handed Weapon | D-Pad ↑ |
| Select Two-Handed Weapon | D-Pad → |
| Select Special Weapon | D-Pad ← |
| Select Explosives | D-Pad ↓ |
Aircraft 7
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Helicopter: Increase Altitude | RTR2R2 |
| Helicopter: Decrease Altitude | LTL2L2 |
| Helicopter: Tilt / Steer | L-Stick |
| Jet: Accelerate | RTR2R2 |
| Jet: Decelerate | LTL2L2 |
| Jet: Rotate (roll) Left / Right | L-Stick |
| Jet: Nose Down / Nose Up | L-Stick |
On Foot 6
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Move (forward / left / back / right) | L-Stick |
| Jump / Open Parachute (in the air) | A✕A |
| Look / Move Camera | R-Stick |
| Interact / Enter-Leave Vehicle | Y▲Y |
| Melee Attack | B●B |
| Cancel / Detach | B●B |
Grapple & Wingsuit 3
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Fire Grappling Hook | LBL1L1 |
| Pull / Retract Tether | LTL2L2 |
| Open Wingsuit | Y▲Y |
Interface 2
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Open Commlink (map, missions, upgrades) | ViewShareView |
| Pause Game / Menu | MenuOptionsMenu |
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44 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Just Cause 3's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox, PlayStation and Steam Deck buttons side by side.
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Just Cause 3 controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Just Cause 3?
- Just Cause 3, a action game, uses 44 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 Just Cause 3 controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Just Cause 3's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Just Cause 3 support a controller?
- Yes — Just Cause 3 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 Just Cause 3 controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Just Cause 3 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 Just Cause 3 resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Just Cause 3 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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