What are the default controls for New World: Aeternum?

New World: Aeternum, a rpg game, uses 37 default keybinds across 7 categories — on keyboard and controller. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap New World: Aeternum controls?

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

Does New World: Aeternum support a controller?

Yes — New World: Aeternum 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 New World: Aeternum controls cover?

These keyboard controls apply on Windows. New World: Aeternum 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 New World: Aeternum resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by New World: Aeternum or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

New World: Aeternum Keyboard & controller controls

Windows
37 default keybinds
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Default keyboard and mouse controls for New World: Aeternum on PC. Covers movement, action combat, weapon abilities, gathering, inventory and UI windows, and social commands so you can drop into Aeternum and play faster.

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Layout

37 shortcuts

Movement 9

Action	Shortcut
Move Forward	`W`
Move Back	`S`
Strafe Left	`A`
Strafe Right	`D`
Jump / Vault	`Space`
Dodge / Roll	`Shift`
Crouch (toggle)	`C`
Auto-Run	`=`
Walk (hold)	`Ctrl`

UI / Windows 7

Action	Shortcut
Inventory	`Tab`
World Map	`M`
Character Screen	`K`
Quest Journal	`J`
Company UI	`G`
Make Camp	`Y`
Scoreboard	`N`

Combat 5

Action	Shortcut
Light Attack	`LMB`
Heavy Attack (hold)	`LMB`
Block / Aim (hold)	`RMB`
Enemy Target Lock	`MMB`
Sheathe Weapon	`X`

Weapons & Abilities 5

Action	Shortcut
Weapon Ability 1	`Q`
Weapon Ability 2	`R`
Weapon Ability 3	`F`
Equip Weapon 1	`1`
Equip Weapon 2	`2`

Gathering 5

Action	Shortcut
Interact / Gather / Harvest	`E`
Use Consumable 1	`3`
Use Consumable 2	`4`
Use Consumable 3	`5`
Use Consumable 4	`6`

Social 4

Action	Shortcut
Social Menu	`O`
Enter Chat	`Enter`
Push-to-Talk (hold)	`V`
Open Emote Menu	`P`

Misc 2

Action	Shortcut
Free Look (hold)	`Alt`
Hide UI	`AltH`

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Movement 4

Action	XboxPlayStationSteam Deck
Move Forward	`L-Stick`
Jump / Vault	`A✕A`
Dodge / Roll	`A✕A`
Crouch (toggle)	`B●B`

Combat 4

Action	XboxPlayStationSteam Deck
Light Attack	`RTR2R2`
Heavy Attack (hold)	`RTR2R2`
Block / Aim (hold)	`LTL2L2`
Sheathe Weapon	`Y▲Y`

Gathering 3

Action	XboxPlayStationSteam Deck
Interact / Gather / Harvest	`D-Pad ↑`
Use Consumable 1	`LBL1L1`
Use Consumable 2	`RBR1R1`

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37 default keybinds across 7 categories. Most can be reassigned in New World: Aeternum's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox, PlayStation and Steam Deck buttons side by side.

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New World: Aeternum controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for New World: Aeternum?: New World: Aeternum, a rpg game, uses 37 default keybinds across 7 categories — on keyboard and controller. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap New World: Aeternum controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from New World: Aeternum's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Does New World: Aeternum support a controller?: Yes — New World: Aeternum 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 New World: Aeternum controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. New World: Aeternum 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 New World: Aeternum resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by New World: Aeternum or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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