What are the default controls for Aliens vs. Predator?

Aliens vs. Predator, a shooter game, uses 20 default keybinds across 5 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap Aliens vs. Predator controls?

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

Which platforms do these Aliens vs. Predator controls cover?

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

Is this an official Aliens vs. Predator resource?

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

Windows · 20 default keybinds

Aliens vs. Predator Keyboard Controls

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Rebellion's 2010 Aliens vs. Predator gives the Marine campaign a flare key and a torch key of its own, because the game is built around not being able to see. SEGA's PC manual documents the keyboard scheme below.

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All Aliens vs. Predator keyboard controls

20 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in Aliens vs. Predator's control settings.

Layout

Esc

F10

F11

F12

⌫ Back

Tab

[

]

Caps

;

Enter ⏎

Shift

Ctrl

Win

Alt

Space

Alt

Win

Ctrl

MMB · Melee (light)

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+ 1 more control in the table below

Combat 6

Action	Shortcut
Primary Fire	`LMB`
Reload	`R`
Secondary Fire	`RMB`
Melee (light)	`MMB`
Block (hold)	`MMB`
Change Weapon	`1`then`2`then`3`then`4`

Movement 5

Action	Shortcut
Move	`W`then`A`then`S`then`D`
Look	`Mouse`
Sprint	`Q`
Jump / Mantle	`Space`
Walk (hold)	`Ctrl`

Misc 4

Action	Shortcut
Interact (hold)	`E`
Health	`H`
Objectives	`Tab`
Pause Menu	`Esc`

Multiplayer 3

Action	Shortcut
Chat to All	`Y`
Chat to Team	`U`
Voice Chat (hold)	`V`

Lighting 2

Action	Shortcut
Throw Flare	`F`
Torch	`T`

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Aliens vs. Predator controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Aliens vs. Predator?: Aliens vs. Predator, a shooter game, uses 20 default keybinds across 5 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Aliens vs. Predator controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Aliens vs. Predator's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these Aliens vs. Predator controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Aliens vs. Predator resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Aliens vs. Predator or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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