A complete reference to the default keyboard and mouse controls for Valheim on PC. Learn the default keybindings for movement, combat, building with the hammer, your hotbar, and the map so you can survive and thrive across the tenth Norse world with confidence.
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All Valheim controls
Layout
38 default keybinds across 6
categories. Most can be reassigned in Valheim's control
settings.
Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox and PlayStation buttons side by side.
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Valheim controls — FAQ
What are the default controls for Valheim?
Valheim, a survival & sandbox game, uses 38 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 Valheim controls?
Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Valheim's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Does Valheim support a controller?
Yes — Valheim 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 Valheim controls cover?
These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Valheim resource?
No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Valheim or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.