What are the default controls for Destiny?

Destiny, a shooter game, maps 19 actions to the PlayStation controller. The complete button layout is shown on this page, free to read.

What buttons do you use in Destiny?

Every Destiny action is mapped to its PlayStation button on this page — face buttons, triggers, sticks and the d-pad — so you can see the whole control scheme at a glance.

Can you remap Destiny controls?

These are the game's default bindings. Remapping depends on the title and the PlayStation's system button-mapping options.

Is this an official Destiny resource?

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

Destiny PlayStation controls

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Default controller layout for Destiny, Bungie's 2014 shared-world shooter on PlayStation and Xbox (the original, not Destiny 2). Transcribed from the game's own Settings screens captured on PS4: the Default button layout and the Default movement controls. Game Status sits on the PS4 touch pad. The game never came to PC, so this page covers the controller only.

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Movement 5

Action	XboxPlayStation
Move	`L-Stick`
Look	`R-Stick`
Jump	`A✕`
Sprint	`LSL3`
Crouch	`B●`

Social 5

Action	XboxPlayStation
Player Highlight	`RSR3`
Wave	`D-Pad ↑`
Dance	`D-Pad →`
Sit	`D-Pad ↓`
Point	`D-Pad ←`

Combat 4

Action	XboxPlayStation
Shoot	`RTR2`
Aim Down Sights	`LTL2`
Reload / Interact	`X■`
Switch Weapon	`Y▲`

Abilities 3

Action	XboxPlayStation
Super Ability	`LBL1RBR1`
Melee	`RBR1`
Grenade	`LBL1`

Menus 2

Action	XboxPlayStation
Menu	`MenuOptions`
Game Status	`—Touchpad`

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19 actions mapped to the PlayStation controller, grouped by category. Hover any button to read its action.

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Destiny controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Destiny?: Destiny, a shooter game, maps 19 actions to the PlayStation controller. The complete button layout is shown on this page, free to read.
What buttons do you use in Destiny?: Every Destiny action is mapped to its PlayStation button on this page — face buttons, triggers, sticks and the d-pad — so you can see the whole control scheme at a glance.
Can you remap Destiny controls?: These are the game's default bindings. Remapping depends on the title and the PlayStation's system button-mapping options.
Is this an official Destiny resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Destiny or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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