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Dead Island 2 Keyboard & Controller Controls
Action games →Default PC keyboard and mouse controls for Dambuster Studios' first-person zombie action-RPG Dead Island 2. Covers movement, melee combat, weapon handling, Fury/Curveball skills, items and interface actions.
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All Dead Island 2 controls
27 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Dead Island 2's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox and PlayStation buttons side by side.
+ 1 more control in the table below
+ 1 more control in the table below
Movement 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move | WthenAthenSthenD |
| Move Forward | W |
| Sprint (hold) | Shift |
| Jump | Space |
| Strafe Left | A |
| Move Backward | S |
| Strafe Right | D |
| Crouch / Slide | Ctrl |
Combat 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Attack | LMB |
| Aim / Throw | RMB |
| Block / Counter | Alt |
| Knockback Kick | E |
| Special Attack | V |
Weapons 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Weapon Wheel | MMB |
| Reload | R |
| Select Weapon (1-8) | 1 |
| Next Weapon | SCROLL |
Skills/Items 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Curveball / Fury Special | Q |
| Fury Mode | G |
| Use Medkit / Heal | H |
| Skills Menu | K |
Misc 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Inventory | I |
| Player Menu | Tab |
| Open Map | M |
| Quest Log | L |
Interaction 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Interact | F |
| Flashlight | X |
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Movement 4
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Move | L-Stick |
| Sprint (hold) | LSL3L3LS |
| Jump | A✕AB |
| Crouch / Slide | B●BA |
Combat 5
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Attack | RTR2R2ZR |
| Aim / Throw | LTL2L2ZL |
| Block / Counter | LBL1L1L |
| Knockback Kick | RSR3R3RS |
| Special Attack | LBL1L1LRBR1R1R |
Weapons 3
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Weapon Wheel | Y▲YX |
| Reload | X■XY |
| Next Weapon | Y▲YX |
Skills/Items 3
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Curveball / Fury Special | RBR1R1R |
| Fury Mode | LSL3L3LSRSR3R3RS |
| Use Medkit / Heal | D-Pad ↓ |
Misc 1
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Player Menu | ViewShareView− |
Interaction 2
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Interact | X■XY |
| Flashlight | D-Pad ↑ |
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Dead Island 2 controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Dead Island 2?
- Dead Island 2, a action game, uses 27 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 Dead Island 2 controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Dead Island 2's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Dead Island 2 support a controller?
- Yes — Dead Island 2 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 Dead Island 2 controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Dead Island 2 resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Dead Island 2 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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