What are the default controls for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt?

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, a rpg game, uses 50 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 The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt controls?

Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's in-game control or key-binding settings.

Does The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt support a controller?

Yes — The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has full gamepad support. The Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and Steam Deck button maps are shown on this page alongside the keyboard controls.

Which platforms do these The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt controls cover?

These keyboard controls apply on Windows. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt also released on Xbox, PlayStation and Switch, and this page carries those controller bindings too. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.

Is this an official The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Keyboard & controller controls

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A complete reference to the default keyboard and mouse controls for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt on PC. Learn the default keybindings for movement, sword combat, Signs, Witcher Senses, items and consumables, and menus so you can hunt monsters across the Continent with confidence.

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Layout

50 shortcuts

Movement 12

Action	Shortcut
Move Forward	`W`
Move Backward	`S`
Move Left	`A`
Move Right	`D`
Sprint / Run (hold)	`Shift`
Dodge	`Alt`
Jump	`Space`
Roll (hold)	`Space`
Dive / Submerge	`C`
Swim Fast / Accelerate Boat	`Shift`
Stop / Reverse Boat	`S`
Walk (hold)	`Ctrl`

Interface 12

Action	Shortcut
Inventory	`I`
World Map	`M`
Game Menu / Pause / Close	`Esc`
Game Menu	`Enter`
Meditation	`N`
Character Panel	`K`
Quest Journal	`J`
Alchemy	`L`
Crafting	`O`
Bestiary	`B`
Glossary	`G`
Gwent Deck	`H`

Combat 9

Action	Shortcut
Fast Attack	`LMB`
Strong Attack	`ShiftLMB`
Parry / Counterattack / Block	`RMB`
Witcher Senses (hold)	`RMB`
Draw / Sheathe Steel Sword	`1`
Draw / Sheathe Silver Sword	`2`
Lock On / Target Opponent	`Z`
Sheathe Sword (alternate)	`
Sheathe Weapon	`C`

Signs 8

Action	Shortcut
Cast Sign	`Q`
Switch Between Signs	`Wheel ↑`
Select Aard Sign	`3`
Select Yrden Sign	`4`
Select Igni Sign	`5`
Select Quen Sign	`6`
Select Axii Sign	`7`
Cast Sign (Alternate, hold)	`Q`

Items 6

Action	Shortcut
Quick Access Menu (hold)	`Tab`
Use Quick Access Item / Crossbow	`MMB`
Consumables Slot 1	`R`
Consumables Slot 2	`F`
Consumables Slot 3	`T`
Consumables Slot 4	`Y`

Interaction 3

Action	Shortcut
Interact / Loot	`E`
Call Horse / Stop Horse	`X`
Take All / Surface	`Space`

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Movement 8

Action	XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck
Move Forward	`L-Stick`
Move Backward	`L-Stick`
Move Left	`L-Stick`
Move Right	`L-Stick`
Sprint / Run (hold)	`A✕AB`
Dodge	`B●BA`
Jump	`A✕AB`
Roll (hold)	`B●BA`

Interface 1

Action	XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck
Game Menu / Pause / Close	`MenuOptionsMenu+`

Combat 7

Action	XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck
Fast Attack	`X■XY`
Strong Attack	`Y▲YX`
Parry / Counterattack / Block	`LTL2L2ZL`
Witcher Senses (hold)	`LTL2L2ZL`
Draw / Sheathe Steel Sword	`D-Pad ←`
Draw / Sheathe Silver Sword	`D-Pad →`
Lock On / Target Opponent	`RSR3R3RS`

Signs 1

Action	XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck
Cast Sign	`RTR2R2ZR`

Items 4

Action	XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck
Quick Access Menu (hold)	`LBL1L1L`
Use Quick Access Item / Crossbow	`RBR1R1R`
Consumables Slot 1	`D-Pad ↑`
Consumables Slot 2	`D-Pad ↓`

Interaction 2

Action	XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck
Interact / Loot	`A✕AB`
Call Horse / Stop Horse	`LSL3L3LS`

50 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and Steam Deck buttons side by side.

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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt?: The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, a rpg game, uses 50 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 The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Does The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt support a controller?: Yes — The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has full gamepad support. The Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and Steam Deck button maps are shown on this page alongside the keyboard controls.
Which platforms do these The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt also released on Xbox, PlayStation and Switch, and this page carries those controller bindings too. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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