What are the default controls for The Elder Scrolls: Arena?

The Elder Scrolls: Arena, a rpg game, uses 21 default keybinds across 5 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap The Elder Scrolls: Arena controls?

Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from The Elder Scrolls: Arena's in-game control or key-binding settings.

Which platforms do these The Elder Scrolls: Arena controls cover?

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

Is this an official The Elder Scrolls: Arena resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by The Elder Scrolls: Arena or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

The Elder Scrolls: Arena Keyboard controls

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21 default keybinds
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Arena is a mouse game first: you walk by holding the left button with the arrow cursor pointed where you want to go, and you fight by holding the right button and slashing the mouse across the screen. The keyboard covers the icon bar and the maps. Everything below comes from Bethesda's own 1994 Player's Guide and the CD edition's Quick Reference Card, and the Steam release runs that same DOS game.

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All The Elder Scrolls: Arena keyboard controls

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Menus & Maps 6

Action	Shortcut
Setup Menu (load, save, detail, volume)	`Esc`
Character Sheet	`F1`
Automap	`M`
Logbook	`L`
Continental Map (fast travel)	`ShiftM`
Character Status	`S`

Combat & Magic 5

Action	Shortcut
Draw / Sheathe Weapon	`A`
Swing Weapon (hold and move the mouse)	`RMBDrag`
Cast Spell	`C`
Pick Lock / Pickpocket	`P`
Use Magic Item	`U`

Movement 4

Action	Shortcut
Walk Toward the Arrow Cursor (hold)	`LMB`
Jump	`J`
Jump While Walking	`LMBRMB`
Standing Long Jump	`ShiftJ`

Interaction 3

Action	Shortcut
Talk / Open / Take (on the X cursor)	`LMB`
Rest / Camp	`R`
Identify (on the X cursor)	`RMB`

Display 3

Action	Shortcut
Toggle Compass	`F8`
Damage Response	`F3`
Toggle Message Pixelation	`F4`

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21 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in The Elder Scrolls: Arena's control settings.

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The Elder Scrolls: Arena controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for The Elder Scrolls: Arena?: The Elder Scrolls: Arena, a rpg game, uses 21 default keybinds across 5 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap The Elder Scrolls: Arena controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from The Elder Scrolls: Arena's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these The Elder Scrolls: Arena controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official The Elder Scrolls: Arena resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by The Elder Scrolls: Arena or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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