Crimson Desert Keyboard & controller controls
- Windows
- 33 default keybinds
- ✓ Steam Deck ready
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Crimson Desert is Pearl Abyss's open-world action-adventure RPG set on the continent of Pywel, built around deep combo-driven melee combat. These are the default mouse and keyboard bindings alongside the standard Xbox controller layout; all inputs can be remapped in Settings > Input.
All Crimson Desert controls
33 shortcuts
Movement 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move | W |
| Move Left | A |
| Move Back | S |
| Move Right | D |
| Run (hold) | Shift |
| Jump | Space |
| Sprint (double-tap) | ShiftthenShift |
| Crouch / Slide | C |
Skills 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Skill 1 | RMBLMB |
| Skill 2 | RMBCtrl |
| Skill 3 | RMBShift |
| Skill 4 | LMBAlt |
| Skill 5 | LMBShift |
| Skill 6 | LMBSpace |
| Skill 7 | LMBCtrl |
Interaction 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Interact (hold) | Ctrl |
| Loot | E |
| Summon Horse | H |
| Dismount | R |
| Sheathe Weapon | T |
Combat 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Light Attack | LMB |
| Heavy / Power Attack | RMB |
| Axiom Force (hold) | Tab |
| Kick / Unarmed Strike | F |
Interface 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Inventory | I |
| Map | M |
| Open Menu | Esc |
| Cancel / Back | E |
Defense 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Block / Parry | Ctrl |
| Roll / Dodge | Alt |
| Evade (double-tap) | AltthenAlt |
Camera 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Camera | Mouse |
| Lock-On Target | Caps Lock |
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+ 1 more control in the table below
+ 1 more control in the table below
33 shortcuts
Movement 8
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Move | L-Stick |
| Move Left | L-Stick |
| Move Back | L-Stick |
| Move Right | L-Stick |
| Run (hold) | A✕A |
| Jump | X■X |
| Sprint (double-tap) | A✕AthenA✕A |
| Crouch / Slide | LSL3L3 |
Skills 7
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Skill 1 | RBR1R1RTR2R2 |
| Skill 2 | LBL1L1RTR2R2 |
| Skill 3 | RBR1R1Y▲Y |
| Skill 4 | RBR1R1B●B |
| Skill 5 | RBR1R1A✕A |
| Skill 6 | Y▲YB●B |
| Skill 7 | A✕AX■X |
Interaction 5
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Interact (hold) | LBL1L1 |
| Loot | Y▲Y |
| Summon Horse | D-Pad ↑ |
| Dismount | Y▲Y |
| Sheathe Weapon | D-Pad ← |
Combat 4
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Light Attack | RBR1R1 |
| Heavy / Power Attack | RTR2R2 |
| Axiom Force (hold) | LSL3L3 |
| Kick / Unarmed Strike | Y▲Y |
Interface 4
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Inventory | MenuOptionsMenu |
| Map | ViewShareView |
| Open Menu | MenuOptionsMenu |
| Cancel / Back | B●B |
Defense 3
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Block / Parry | LBL1L1 |
| Roll / Dodge | B●B |
| Evade (double-tap) | B●BthenB●B |
Camera 2
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Move Camera | R-Stick |
| Lock-On Target | D-Pad ↓ |
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33 default keybinds across 7 categories. Most can be reassigned in Crimson Desert's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox, PlayStation and Steam Deck buttons side by side.
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Crimson Desert controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Crimson Desert?
- Crimson Desert, a rpg game, uses 33 default keybinds across 7 categories — on keyboard and controller. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
- Can you remap Crimson Desert controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Crimson Desert's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Crimson Desert support a controller?
- Yes — Crimson Desert 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 Crimson Desert controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Crimson Desert also released on Xbox and PlayStation, and this page carries those controller bindings too. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Crimson Desert resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Crimson Desert or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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