Brotato Keyboard & Controller Controls
Other games →Brotato is a top-down arena auto-shooter roguelite by Blobfish where you play as a gun-toting potato surviving waves of alien enemies. Between waves you visit the shop to buy weapons and items, so knowing the keyboard shortcuts for rerolling, locking, and purchasing is just as important as knowing how to move.
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All Brotato controls
30 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Brotato's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox and PlayStation buttons side by side.
Shop & Upgrades 11
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Start Next Wave | Shift` |
| Select Upgrade / Buy Shop Item 1 | 1 |
| Select Upgrade / Buy Shop Item 2 | 2 |
| Select Upgrade / Buy Shop Item 3 | 3 |
| Select Upgrade / Buy Shop Item 4 | 4 |
| Reroll Shop | ` |
| Lock Shop Item 1 | Shift1 |
| Lock Shop Item 2 | Shift2 |
| Lock Shop Item 3 | Shift3 |
| Lock Shop Item 4 | Shift4 |
| Lock Item (Alt) | C |
Movement 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Up | W |
| Move Down | S |
| Move Left | A |
| Move Right | D |
| Move Up (Arrow) | UP |
| Move Down (Arrow) | DOWN |
| Move Left (Arrow) | LEFT |
| Move Right (Arrow) | RIGHT |
UI Navigation 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Confirm / Accept | Enter |
| Confirm / Accept (Alt) | E |
| Cancel / Back | Esc |
| Toggle Item / Character Info | X |
| Toggle Primary / Secondary Stats | |
| Toggle Secondary / Primary Stats |
Game Controls 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Pause / Menu | Esc |
| Pause (Alt) | Q |
In-Wave Actions 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Pick Up Item | 1 |
| Discard Item | 2 |
Character Select 1
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Ban Character (Character Select) | Z |
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Movement 8
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Move Up | L-Stick |
| Move Down | L-Stick |
| Move Left | L-Stick |
| Move Right | L-Stick |
| Move Up (Arrow) | D-Pad ↑ |
| Move Down (Arrow) | D-Pad ↓ |
| Move Left (Arrow) | D-Pad ← |
| Move Right (Arrow) | D-Pad → |
UI Navigation 5
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Confirm / Accept | A✕AB |
| Confirm / Accept (Alt) | A✕AB |
| Cancel / Back | B●BA |
| Toggle Primary / Secondary Stats | LTL2L2ZL |
| Toggle Secondary / Primary Stats | RTR2R2ZR |
Game Controls 1
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Pause / Menu | MenuOptionsMenu+ |
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Brotato controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Brotato?
- Brotato, a other game, uses 30 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 Brotato controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Brotato's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Brotato support a controller?
- Yes — Brotato 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 Brotato controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows and Mac. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Brotato resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Brotato or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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