What are the default controls for Dark Messiah of Might & Magic?

Dark Messiah of Might & Magic, a action game, uses 43 default keybinds across 7 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap Dark Messiah of Might & Magic controls?

Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Dark Messiah of Might & Magic's in-game control or key-binding settings.

Which platforms do these Dark Messiah of Might & Magic controls cover?

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

Is this an official Dark Messiah of Might & Magic resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Dark Messiah of Might & Magic or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Windows · 43 default keybinds

Dark Messiah of Might & Magic Keyboard Controls

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Arkane's 2006 first-person melee game, set in Ubisoft's Might & Magic world and built on Valve's Source engine. These are the default PC keys from the game's manual: kicking foes into spikes, charged power strikes with a direction, the spell/weapon toggle, the ten-slot item belt, and the separate multiplayer layout.

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All Dark Messiah of Might & Magic keyboard controls

43 default keybinds across 7 categories. Most can be reassigned in Dark Messiah of Might & Magic's control settings.

Layout

Esc

F10

F11

F12

⌫ Back

Tab

[

]

Caps

;

Enter ⏎

Shift

Ctrl

Win

Alt

Space

Alt

Win

Ctrl

↑

←

↓

→

43 shortcuts

Belt 10

Action	Shortcut
Belt Item 1	`1`
Belt Item 2	`2`
Belt Item 3	`3`
Belt Item 4	`4`
Belt Item 5	`5`
Belt Item 6	`6`
Belt Item 7	`7`
Belt Item 8	`8`
Belt Item 9	`9`
Belt Item 10	`0`

Movement 8

Action	Shortcut
Move Forward	`W`
Move Backward	`S`
Strafe Left	`A`
Strafe Right	`D`
Jump	`Space`
Crouch	`C`
Run	`Shift`
Walk	`Alt`

Multiplayer 7

Action	Shortcut
Scores	`Tab`
Skill Menu	`M`
Mini Map	`N`
Say (all chat)	`Y`
Team Say	`U`
Crouch (multiplayer)	`Ctrl`
Target Lock (multiplayer)	`Alt`

Combat 6

Action	Shortcut
Attack / Cast Spell	`LMB`
Parry (hold; not with a bow)	`RMB`
Kick	`F`
Power Strike (hold, then release)	`LMB`
Target	`Ctrl`
Bow Zoom	`Y`

Interface 5

Action	Shortcut
Interact with Environment	`E`
Inventory & Skill Tree	`Tab`
Quick Save	`F6`
Quick Load	`F9`
Cancel	`Esc`

Power Strikes 4

Action	Shortcut
Power Strike: Forward Variant	`LMBW`
Power Strike: Left Variant	`LMBA`
Power Strike: Backward Variant	`LMBS`
Power Strike: Right Variant	`LMBD`

Magic & Items 3

Action	Shortcut
Select Spell	`R`
Switch Between Spell and Weapon	`T`
Show and Select Belt Items	`Wheel`

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Dark Messiah of Might & Magic controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Dark Messiah of Might & Magic?: Dark Messiah of Might & Magic, a action game, uses 43 default keybinds across 7 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Dark Messiah of Might & Magic controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Dark Messiah of Might & Magic's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these Dark Messiah of Might & Magic controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Dark Messiah of Might & Magic resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Dark Messiah of Might & Magic or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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