Monster Hunter: World Keyboard & controller controls
- Windows
- 34 default keybinds
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A complete reference to the default keyboard and mouse controls for Monster Hunter: World on PC. Learn the default keybindings for movement, melee and ranged combat, slinger aiming, item bar usage, radial menus, camera focus, and menus so you can hunt monsters in the New World with confidence.
All Monster Hunter: World controls
34 shortcuts
Combat 9
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Normal Attack (Melee) | LMB |
| Sheathe / Draw Weapon | Shift |
| Special Attack (Melee) | RMB |
| Draw / Fire Weapon (Ranged) | LMB |
| Guard / Weapon Special | M5 |
| Aim (Ranged, hold) | RMB |
| Reload / Apply or Remove Coating (Ranged) | M4 |
| Special Attack (Ranged) | M5 |
| Sheathe Weapon (alt) | E |
Interface 9
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Interact / Gather / Carve | F |
| Open Wildlife Map | M |
| Open Start Menu | Esc |
| Radial Menu 1 | F1 |
| Radial Menu 2 | F2 |
| Radial Menu 3 | F3 |
| Radial Menu 4 | F4 |
| Display Chat | Ins |
| Hide Chat | Esc |
Movement 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | W |
| Dodge / Evade / Crouch | Space |
| Move Back | S |
| Move Left | A |
| Move Right | D |
| Sprint / Dash (hold) | Shift |
Items 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Use Item | E |
| Display Items (hold) | Ctrl |
| Browse Items Left | LEFT |
| Browse Items Right | RIGHT |
| Browse Ammo / Coatings Up | UP |
| Browse Ammo / Coatings Down | DOWN |
Slinger 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Aim Slinger (hold) | C |
| Fire Slinger | LMB |
Camera 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Focus Camera / Target Lock | Q |
| Move Camera | Mouse |
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+ 5 more controls in the table below
+ 5 more controls in the table below
30 shortcuts
Combat 8
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Normal Attack (Melee) | Y▲Y |
| Sheathe / Draw Weapon | RBR1R1 |
| Special Attack (Melee) | B●B |
| Draw / Fire Weapon (Ranged) | RTR2R2 |
| Guard / Weapon Special | RTR2R2 |
| Aim (Ranged, hold) | LTL2L2 |
| Reload / Apply or Remove Coating (Ranged) | Y▲Y |
| Special Attack (Ranged) | B●B |
Interface 7
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Interact / Gather / Carve | B●B |
| Open Wildlife Map | ViewShareView |
| Open Start Menu | MenuOptionsMenu |
| Radial Menu 1 | LBL1L1 |
| Radial Menu 2 | LBL1L1D-Pad ↑ |
| Radial Menu 3 | LBL1L1D-Pad → |
| Radial Menu 4 | LBL1L1D-Pad ↓ |
Movement 6
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | L-Stick |
| Dodge / Evade / Crouch | A✕A |
| Move Back | L-Stick |
| Move Left | L-Stick |
| Move Right | L-Stick |
| Sprint / Dash (hold) | RBR1R1 |
Items 5
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Use Item | X■X |
| Browse Items Left | D-Pad ← |
| Browse Items Right | D-Pad → |
| Browse Ammo / Coatings Up | D-Pad ↑ |
| Browse Ammo / Coatings Down | D-Pad ↓ |
Slinger 2
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Aim Slinger (hold) | LTL2L2 |
| Fire Slinger | RTR2R2 |
Camera 2
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Focus Camera / Target Lock | LBL1L1 |
| Move Camera | R-Stick |
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34 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Monster Hunter: World's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox, PlayStation and Steam Deck buttons side by side.
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Monster Hunter: World controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Monster Hunter: World?
- Monster Hunter: World, a rpg game, uses 34 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 Monster Hunter: World controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Monster Hunter: World's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Monster Hunter: World support a controller?
- Yes — Monster Hunter: World 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 Monster Hunter: World controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Monster Hunter: World 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 Monster Hunter: World resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Monster Hunter: World or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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