What are the default controls for Tempest Rising?

Tempest Rising, a strategy game, uses 35 default keybinds across 7 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap Tempest Rising controls?

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

Which platforms do these Tempest Rising controls cover?

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

Is this an official Tempest Rising resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Tempest Rising or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Tempest Rising Keyboard controls

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35 default keybinds
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A reference to the default PC keyboard hotkeys for Tempest Rising, the classic-style base-building RTS from Slipgate Ironworks. It covers camera control, army selection, control groups, base building tabs, unit commands, and abilities so you can command your forces at speed in true Command & Conquer fashion.

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Layout

35 shortcuts

Units 10

Action	Shortcut
Attack / Attack-Move	`A`
Stop	`S`
Guard	`D`
Patrol	`F`
Hold Position	`G`
Use Ability 1	`Z`
Use Ability 2	`X`
Use Ability 3	`C`
Use Ability 4	`V`
Use Ability 5	`B`

Camera 7

Action	Shortcut
Pan Camera	`Arrows`
Zoom In	`Wheel ↑`
Zoom Out	`Wheel ↓`
Center on Base	`Bksp`
Drag Scroll / Freelook	`MMB`
Rotate Camera Left	`[`
Rotate Camera Right	`]`

Interface 6

Action	Shortcut
Repair	`I`
Support Power 1	`H`
Support Power 2	`J`
Sell Structure	`O`
Toggle Power	`P`
Support Power 3	`K`

Control Groups 4

Action	Shortcut
Select Control Group	`1`
Create Control Group	`Ctrl1`
Add to Control Group	`Shift1`
Move Selection to Control Group	`Alt1`

Selection 3

Action	Shortcut
Select All Combat Units	`Q`
Select All Combat Units On Screen	`W`
Cycle Selection	`Tab`

Production 3

Action	Shortcut
Infantry Tab	`T`
Vehicles Tab	`Y`
Aerial Tab	`U`

Construction 2

Action	Shortcut
Buildings Tab	`E`
Defenses Tab	`R`

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35 default keybinds across 7 categories. Most can be reassigned in Tempest Rising's control settings.

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Tempest Rising controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Tempest Rising?: Tempest Rising, a strategy game, uses 35 default keybinds across 7 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Tempest Rising controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Tempest Rising's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these Tempest Rising controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Tempest Rising resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Tempest Rising or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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