What are the default controls for Mirror's Edge?

Mirror's Edge, a action game, uses 24 default keybinds across 4 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap Mirror's Edge controls?

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

Which platforms do these Mirror's Edge controls cover?

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

Is this an official Mirror's Edge resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Mirror's Edge or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Mirror's Edge Keyboard controls

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24 default keybinds
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Mirror's Edge is DICE's first-person parkour run across a sterile city, and nearly everything Faith does comes from two keys: Space for up — jump, vault, wall-run — and left Shift for down — crouch, slide, roll. The layout below is from EA's own PC manual, including the move combinations it spells out.

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Layout

Movement 8

Action	Shortcut
Run / Climb Up (hold to sprint)	`W`
Up — Jump / Wall-Run / Vault	`Space`
Down — Crouch / Slide / Roll / Coil / Dismount	`Shift`
Look	`Mouse`
180° Turn (90° while wall-running)	`Q`
Strafe / Shimmy / Balance	`A`then`D`
Back Up / Climb Down	`S`
Walk (hold with a movement key)	`Ctrl`

Moves 8

Action	Shortcut
Slide (hold while running forward)	`WShift`
Skill Roll (just before landing)	`Shift`
Coil Legs for Clearance (hold after jumping)	`Space`then`Shift`
180° Jump off a Wall Climb	`Q`then`Space`
L-Jump out of a Wall Run	`Q`then`Space`
Jump Kick	`Space`then`LMB`
Slide Kick (while sliding or crouching)	`ShiftLMB`
Let Go of a Zipline	`Shift`

Combat 4

Action	Shortcut
Attack — Melee / Fire / Barge Doors	`LMB`
Disarm / Drop / Pick Up Weapon	`RMB`
Reaction Time (slow motion)	`R`
Zoom (sniper rifle only)	`F`

General 4

Action	Shortcut
Interact (buttons, valves)	`E`
Hint (face the way forward)	`Alt`
Objectives Screen	`Tab`
Pause Menu	`Esc`

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24 default keybinds across 4 categories. Most can be reassigned in Mirror's Edge's control settings.

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Mirror's Edge controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Mirror's Edge?: Mirror's Edge, a action game, uses 24 default keybinds across 4 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Mirror's Edge controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Mirror's Edge's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these Mirror's Edge controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Mirror's Edge resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Mirror's Edge or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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