Overwatch 2 Keyboard & Controller Controls
Shooter games →The default Overwatch 2 PC keyboard and mouse controls, covering movement, weapons, hero abilities, communication, and menus. Use this reference to learn the standard keybindings before customizing them in the in-game Control settings.
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All Overwatch 2 controls
33 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in Overwatch 2's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox and PlayStation buttons side by side.
Combat/Weapons 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Primary Fire | LMB |
| Secondary Fire | RMB |
| Reload | R |
| Quick Melee | V |
| Equip Weapon 1 | 1 |
| Equip Weapon 2 | 2 |
| Next Weapon | Wheel ↑ |
| Previous Weapon | Wheel ↓ |
Communication 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Ping (Ping Wheel) | G |
| Communication Wheel | C |
| Push to Talk | ` |
| Need Healing / Help | X |
| Open Chat | Enter |
| Toggle Mic Mute | M |
| Ultimate Status | Z |
| Spray Menu | Y |
UI/Menus 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Scoreboard | Tab |
| Hero Select / Change Hero | H |
| Interactive Scoreboard | MMB |
| Hero Information | F1 |
| Social Menu | O |
| Endorse Players | N |
| Capture Highlight | F9 |
Movement 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | W |
| Move Back | S |
| Move Left | A |
| Move Right | D |
| Jump | Space |
| Crouch | Ctrl |
Abilities 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Ability 1 | Shift |
| Ability 2 | E |
| Ultimate Ability | Q |
| Interact | F |
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Combat/Weapons 5
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Primary Fire | RTR2R2ZR |
| Secondary Fire | LTL2L2ZL |
| Reload | X■XY |
| Quick Melee | RSR3R3RS |
| Next Weapon | D-Pad → |
Communication 2
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Ping (Ping Wheel) | D-Pad ← |
| Communication Wheel | D-Pad ↑ |
UI/Menus 1
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Scoreboard | ViewShareView− |
Movement 6
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | L-Stick |
| Move Back | L-Stick |
| Move Left | L-Stick |
| Move Right | L-Stick |
| Jump | A✕AB |
| Crouch | B●BA |
Abilities 4
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Ability 1 | LBL1L1L |
| Ability 2 | RBR1R1R |
| Ultimate Ability | Y▲YX |
| Interact | A✕AB |
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Overwatch 2 controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Overwatch 2?
- Overwatch 2, a shooter game, uses 33 default keybinds across 5 categories — on keyboard and controller. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
- Can you remap Overwatch 2 controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Overwatch 2's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Overwatch 2 support a controller?
- Yes — Overwatch 2 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 Overwatch 2 controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Overwatch 2 resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Overwatch 2 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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