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GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- Keyboard & Controller Controls
Default keyboard and controller bindings for Arc System Works' 2D fighter GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- on PC, taken from the game's own Button Settings screen. Directional rows assume your character faces right; the system mechanics (Roman Cancel, Psych Burst, Faultless Defense, Wild Assault, Deflect Shield) are button combinations built on the five attack buttons P, K, S, HS and D.
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All GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- controls
29 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-'s control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and Steam Deck buttons side by side.
29 shortcuts
Movement 10
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Up / Jump | W |
| Down / Crouch | S |
| Left (walk back when facing right) | A |
| Right (walk forward when facing right) | D |
| Dash / Run (double-tap forward) | DthenD |
| Dash (dedicated Dash button) | Q |
| Backdash (double-tap back) | AthenA |
| Double Jump (in air) | W |
| Air Dash (in air, double-tap forward) | DthenD |
| High Jump (down, then up) | SthenW |
Attacks 10
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Punch (P) | J |
| Kick (K) | U |
| Slash (S) | I |
| Heavy Slash (HS) | O |
| Dust Attack (overhead, D) | L |
| Throw (forward + Dust) | DL |
| Sweep (2D, low knockdown) | SL |
| Anti-air Punch (6P) | DJ |
| Back Throw (back + Dust) | AL |
| Forward Heavy Slash (6H) | DO |
Defense 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Block High (hold back) | A |
| Block Low (hold down-back) | SA |
| Faultless Defense (back + two attacks, not D) | AJU |
| Deflect Shield (214D, 50% Burst) | SthenSAthenAL |
System Mechanics 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Roman Cancel (three attacks, not D) | JUI |
| Psych Burst (D + another attack) | LJ |
| Wild Assault (236D, 50% Burst) | SthenSDthenDL |
Training & Menus 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Pause | Enter |
| Reset Positions (Training) | Space |
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26 shortcuts
Movement 9
| Action | XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Up / Jump | D-Pad ↑ |
| Down / Crouch | D-Pad ↓ |
| Left (walk back when facing right) | D-Pad ← |
| Right (walk forward when facing right) | D-Pad → |
| Dash / Run (double-tap forward) | D-Pad →thenD-Pad → |
| Backdash (double-tap back) | D-Pad ←thenD-Pad ← |
| Double Jump (in air) | D-Pad ↑ |
| Air Dash (in air, double-tap forward) | D-Pad →thenD-Pad → |
| High Jump (down, then up) | D-Pad ↓thenD-Pad ↑ |
Attacks 10
| Action | XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Punch (P) | X■XY |
| Kick (K) | A✕AB |
| Slash (S) | Y▲YX |
| Heavy Slash (HS) | B●BA |
| Dust Attack (overhead, D) | RBR1R1R |
| Throw (forward + Dust) | D-Pad →RBR1R1R |
| Sweep (2D, low knockdown) | D-Pad ↓RBR1R1R |
| Anti-air Punch (6P) | D-Pad →X■XY |
| Back Throw (back + Dust) | D-Pad ←RBR1R1R |
| Forward Heavy Slash (6H) | D-Pad →B●BA |
Defense 4
| Action | XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Block High (hold back) | D-Pad ← |
| Block Low (hold down-back) | D-Pad ↓D-Pad ← |
| Faultless Defense (back + two attacks, not D) | D-Pad ←X■XYA✕AB |
| Deflect Shield (214D, 50% Burst) | D-Pad ↓thenD-Pad ↓D-Pad ←thenD-Pad ←RBR1R1R |
System Mechanics 3
| Action | XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Roman Cancel (three attacks, not D) | X■XYA✕ABY▲YX |
| Psych Burst (D + another attack) | RBR1R1RX■XY |
| Wild Assault (236D, 50% Burst) | D-Pad ↓thenD-Pad ↓D-Pad →thenD-Pad →RBR1R1R |
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GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-?
- GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-, a action game, uses 29 default keybinds across 5 categories — on keyboard and controller. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
- Can you remap GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-'s in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- support a controller?
- Yes — GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- has full gamepad support. The Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and Steam Deck button maps are shown on this page alongside the keyboard controls.
- Which platforms do these GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- also released on Xbox, PlayStation and Switch, and this page carries those controller bindings too. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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