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Resident Evil 2 Keyboard & controller controls

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A reference to the default keyboard, mouse and controller bindings for Resident Evil 2, Capcom's 2019 remake of the Raccoon City survival horror classic. Covers movement and the quick turn, aiming and firing, sub-weapons and ammo switching, and the inventory, map and pause screens you lean on as Leon or Claire.

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Layout

Movement 6

Action Shortcut
Move Forward W
Move Backward S
Move Left A
Move Right D
Run Shift
Quick Turn (180°) Q

Combat 5

Action Shortcut
Aim Weapon RMB
Attack / Fire LMB
Reload R
Ready Sub-Weapon (Knife / Grenade) Space
Switch Ammo E

Interface 5

Action Shortcut
Open Inventory Screen Tab
Open Map M
Pause Menu P
Open Inventory Screen (alt) I
Open Map (alt) Ctrl

Weapons 4

Action Shortcut
Change Weapon (Shortcut 1) 1
Change Weapon (Shortcut 2) 2
Change Weapon (Shortcut 3) 3
Change Weapon (Shortcut 4) 4

Camera 2

Action Shortcut
Reset Camera MMB
Reset Camera (alt) Alt

Interaction 2

Action Shortcut
Interact / Pick Up F
Interact / Pick Up (alt) LMB

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24 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Resident Evil 2's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox, PlayStation and Steam Deck buttons side by side.

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Resident Evil 2 controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Resident Evil 2?
Resident Evil 2, a horror game, uses 24 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 Resident Evil 2 controls?
Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Resident Evil 2's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Does Resident Evil 2 support a controller?
Yes — Resident Evil 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 Resident Evil 2 controls cover?
These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Resident Evil 2 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 Resident Evil 2 resource?
No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Resident Evil 2 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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