Silent Hill 2 Keyboard & controller controls
- Windows
- 32 default keybinds
- ✓ Steam Deck ready
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Default PC keyboard-and-mouse and Xbox controller controls for Bloober Team's 2024 remake of Silent Hill 2. Covers James Sutherland's movement, over-the-shoulder gun and melee combat, item healing, flashlight, and the investigation and inventory interfaces.
All Silent Hill 2 controls
32 shortcuts
Combat 9
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Shoot / Melee Attack | LMB |
| Ranged Aim (hold) | RMB |
| Reload | R |
| Struggle (break free) | LMB |
| Equip Handgun | 1 |
| Equip Shotgun | 2 |
| Equip Hunting Rifle | 3 |
| Next Ranged Weapon | Wheel ↑ |
| Previous Ranged Weapon | Wheel ↓ |
Movement 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move | WthenAthenSthenD |
| Sprint (hold) | Shift |
| Dodge | Space |
| Move Forward | W |
| Quick Turn | Q |
| Move Back | S |
| Move Left | A |
| Move Right | D |
Investigation 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Read (Investigation) | R |
| Flip Item (Investigation) | Q |
| Zoom (Investigation) | MMB |
| Next Item (Investigation) | E |
| Previous Item (Investigation) | Q |
Interaction 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Interact / Extended Movement | E |
| Flashlight Toggle | F |
| Back (in gameplay) | RMB |
Inventory 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Quick / Syringe Heal | V |
| Open Inventory | I |
| Open Inventory (alt) | Tab |
UI 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open Map | M |
| Main Menu / Pause | Esc |
| Skip (cutscene/dialogue) | Space |
Camera 1
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Camera / Look | Move |
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+ 1 more control in the table below
+ 1 more control in the table below
30 shortcuts
Combat 7
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Shoot / Melee Attack | RTR2R2 |
| Ranged Aim (hold) | LTL2L2 |
| Reload | X■X |
| Struggle (break free) | A✕A |
| Equip Handgun | D-Pad ← |
| Equip Shotgun | D-Pad ↓ |
| Equip Hunting Rifle | D-Pad → |
Movement 8
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Move | L-Stick |
| Sprint (hold) | LBL1L1 |
| Dodge | B●B |
| Move Forward | L-Stick |
| Quick Turn | RBR1R1 |
| Move Back | L-Stick |
| Move Left | L-Stick |
| Move Right | L-Stick |
Investigation 5
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Read (Investigation) | Y▲Y |
| Flip Item (Investigation) | A✕A |
| Zoom (Investigation) | LTL2L2 |
| Next Item (Investigation) | RBR1R1 |
| Previous Item (Investigation) | LBL1L1 |
Interaction 3
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Interact / Extended Movement | A✕A |
| Flashlight Toggle | RSR3R3 |
| Back (in gameplay) | B●B |
Inventory 3
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Quick / Syringe Heal | Y▲Y |
| Open Inventory | ViewShareView |
| Open Inventory (alt) | ViewShareView |
UI 3
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Open Map | D-Pad ↑ |
| Main Menu / Pause | MenuOptionsMenu |
| Skip (cutscene/dialogue) | B●B |
Camera 1
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Move Camera / Look | R-Stick |
Sourced from magicgameworld.com, primagames.com Last verified Shortcuts last changed
32 default keybinds across 7 categories. Most can be reassigned in Silent Hill 2's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox, PlayStation and Steam Deck buttons side by side.
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Silent Hill 2 controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Silent Hill 2?
- Silent Hill 2, a horror game, uses 32 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 Silent Hill 2 controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Silent Hill 2's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Silent Hill 2 support a controller?
- Yes — Silent Hill 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 Silent Hill 2 controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Silent Hill 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 Silent Hill 2 resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Silent Hill 2 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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