A reference to the default keyboard and mouse controls for Grim Dawn on PC, Crate Entertainment's action RPG. Covers click-to-move combat, the skill quickbar, potions, and the character and map windows so you can dive into Cairn without rebinding.
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All Grim Dawn keyboard controls
18 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in Grim Dawn's control settings.
+ 1 more control in the table below
+ 1 more control in the table below
UI & Windows 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Character Window | C |
| Skills Window | S |
| Map Window | M |
| Game Menu | Esc |
| Codex / Journal | J |
| Party Window | K |
Skills & Combat 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Skill Quickbar Slot 1 | 1 |
| Stationary Attack (hold to attack in place) | Shift |
| Skill Quickbar Slot 2 | 2 |
| Skill Quickbar Slot 3 | 3 |
| Skill Quickbar Slot 4 | 4 |
Misc 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Pause (single player) | P |
| Zoom In / Out | SCROLL |
| Rotate Camera | MMB |
Movement 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move / Attack | LMB |
| Evade | Space |
Potions 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Health Potion | R |
| Energy Potion | T |
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Grim Dawn controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Grim Dawn?
- Grim Dawn, a rpg game, uses 18 default keybinds across 5 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
- Can you remap Grim Dawn controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Grim Dawn's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Which platforms do these Grim Dawn controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Grim Dawn resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Grim Dawn or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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