What are the default controls for STAR WARS Empire at War: Gold Pack?

STAR WARS Empire at War: Gold Pack, a strategy game, uses 69 default keybinds across 6 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap STAR WARS Empire at War: Gold Pack controls?

Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from STAR WARS Empire at War: Gold Pack's in-game control or key-binding settings.

Which platforms do these STAR WARS Empire at War: Gold Pack controls cover?

These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.

Is this an official STAR WARS Empire at War: Gold Pack resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by STAR WARS Empire at War: Gold Pack or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

STAR WARS Empire at War: Gold Pack Keyboard controls

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Empire at War splits its hotkeys by theatre: unit abilities on the ground sit on Ctrl plus a letter, while space abilities move to Shift plus a letter, so Ctrl-F is Force Push and Shift-W locks a squadron's wings. Plain letters give the core orders — A to attack, S to stop, G to guard, E to retreat — and Insert pulls the camera out to a tactical overview. Read from the Default Controls table on the back cover of the base game's printed LucasArts manual; Forces of Corruption's own additions are not covered here.

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All STAR WARS Empire at War: Gold Pack keyboard controls

Layout

69 shortcuts

Land Abilities 20

Action	Shortcut
Force Push	`CtrlF`
Force Lightning	`CtrlL`
Deploy / Undeploy	`CtrlD`
Sprint	`CtrlN`
Force Corrupt	`CtrlR`
Force Heal	`H`
Force Protect	`CtrlP`
Take Cover	`CtrlZ`
Jet Pack	`CtrlJ`
Capture Vehicle	`CtrlV`
Eject	`CtrlE`
Thermal Detonator	`K`
Drop Thermal Detonator	`CtrlK`
EMP Burst	`CtrlS`
Cable Attack	`Q`
Sensor Ping	`CtrlO`
Control Turret	`CtrlY`
Repair Vehicle	`CtrlU`
Boost Weapon Power	`CtrlB`
Self Destruct	`CtrlX`

Space Abilities 13

Action	Shortcut
Weaken Enemy	`ShiftK`
Gravity Well Generator	`ShiftG`
Hunt for Enemy	`ShiftH`
Boost Engine Power	`ShiftE`
Lure Enemy Fighters	`ShiftL`
Missile Jamming Field	`ShiftM`
Lock Wings	`ShiftW`
Proton Beam	`ShiftP`
Call for Wingmen	`ShiftC`
Lucky Shot	`ShiftS`
Redirect All Firepower	`ShiftR`
Seismic Charge	`ShiftX`
Destroy Planet	`ShiftD`

Selection 10

Action	Shortcut
Select a Unit	`LMB`
Box-Select Several Units	`LMBDrag`
Assign Selected Units to Group 1–0	`Ctrl1`
Select Group 1–0	`1`
Add Units to the Selection	`ShiftLMB`
Select All On-Screen Units of That Type	`CtrlLMB`
Select All Units	`CtrlA`
Select Like Units	`CtrlQ`
Next Unit	`F`
Previous Unit	`D`

Orders 9

Action	Shortcut
Move / Attack Target	`RMB`
Attack-Move	`CtrlRMB`
Attack	`A`
Stop	`S`
Lay Waypoints	`AltRMB`
Guard	`G`
Waypoint	`W`
Retreat	`E`
Super Weapon	`CtrlW`

Interface 9

Action	Shortcut
Game Options	`Esc`
Chat	`Enter`
Planetary Information	`Caps Lock`
Take Screenshot	`F12`
Give Credits (Multiplayer)	`ShiftY`
Taunt 1	`Num 1`
Taunt 2	`Num 2`
Taunt 3	`Num 3`
Taunt 4	`Num 4`

Camera 8

Action	Shortcut
Scroll the Map	`UP`then`DOWN`then`LEFT`then`RIGHT`
Zoom the Camera	`Wheel`
Reset Camera	`End`
Camera Center	`PgUp`
Tactical Overview	`Ins`
Camera Home	`Home`
Camera Tether	`Scroll Lock`
Movie Mode	`Space`

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69 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in STAR WARS Empire at War: Gold Pack's control settings.

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STAR WARS Empire at War: Gold Pack controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for STAR WARS Empire at War: Gold Pack?: STAR WARS Empire at War: Gold Pack, a strategy game, uses 69 default keybinds across 6 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap STAR WARS Empire at War: Gold Pack controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from STAR WARS Empire at War: Gold Pack's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these STAR WARS Empire at War: Gold Pack controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official STAR WARS Empire at War: Gold Pack resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by STAR WARS Empire at War: Gold Pack or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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