What are the default controls for XCOM 2?

XCOM 2, a strategy game, uses 43 default keybinds across 4 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap XCOM 2 controls?

Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from XCOM 2's in-game control or key-binding settings.

Which platforms do these XCOM 2 controls cover?

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

Is this an official XCOM 2 resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by XCOM 2 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

XCOM 2 Keyboard controls

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XCOM 2 splits its keys three ways: a general set that works everywhere, the digit row for the Avenger's six rooms, and a tactical set where the same digits fire a soldier's abilities. Y is Overwatch, End ends the turn, and the camera climbs floors with F and C. These are Firaxis' defaults as published in Feral's web manual for the port.

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43 shortcuts

Camera 13

Action	Shortcut
Camera Move Up	`W`
Camera Move Down	`S`
Camera Move Left	`A`
Camera Move Right	`D`
Camera Rotate Left	`Q`
Camera Rotate Right	`E`
Center Camera on Active Unit	`Home`
Camera Zoom In	`G`
Camera Zoom Out	`T`
Toggle Zoom Level	`Z`
Camera Free Zoom	`MMB`
Ascend Floor	`F`
Descend Floor	`C`

Tactical 12

Action	Shortcut
Open Shot HUD / Confirm Action	`Space`
Move Unit to Cursor	`RMB`
Next Unit / Target	`Tab`
Use Ability (1–10)	`1`
Overwatch	`Y`
Reload	`R`
End Turn	`End`
Cancel / Pause	`Esc`
Waypoint Movement	`CtrlRMB`
Interact with Objects	`V`
Previous Unit / Target	`Shift`
Call Skyranger	`P`

General 10

Action	Shortcut
Confirm	`Enter`
Cancel	`Esc`
Quick Save	`F5`
Quick Load	`F9`
Navigate Up	`W`
Navigate Down	`S`
Navigate Left	`A`
Navigate Right	`D`
Push to Talk	`B`
Text Chat	`J`

The Avenger 8

Action	Shortcut
Geoscape	`1`
Research	`2`
Engineering	`3`
Armory	`4`
Commander's Quarters	`5`
Shadow Chamber	`6`
Move Camera (Geoscape)	`W`then`A`then`S`then`D`
Next Soldier (in Armory)	`Tab`

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Alt

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43 default keybinds across 4 categories. Most can be reassigned in XCOM 2's control settings.

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XCOM 2 controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for XCOM 2?: XCOM 2, a strategy game, uses 43 default keybinds across 4 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap XCOM 2 controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from XCOM 2's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these XCOM 2 controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows and Mac and Linux. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official XCOM 2 resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by XCOM 2 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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