Hades II Keyboard & Controller Controls
Action games →Default keyboard and mouse controls for Hades II, Supergiant Games' roguelike sequel on PC (Windows and Apple Silicon macOS). Use this reference for the default bindings for attack, special, cast, dash, sprint, and hex as you battle Chronos as the witch Melinoe.
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All Hades II controls
18 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in Hades II's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox and PlayStation buttons side by side.
Movement 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move | WthenAthenSthenD |
| Sprint (Hold Dash) | Space |
| Move Up | W |
| Move Down | S |
| Move Left | A |
| Move Right | D |
Combat 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Attack | LMB |
| Dash | Space |
| Special | RMB |
| Cast | Q |
Items/Interaction 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Interact | E |
| Open Inventory | I |
| Gift | G |
Misc 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Pause / Menu | Esc |
| Book of Shadows (Codex) | C |
| Boon Info | B |
Abilities 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Hex | F |
| Omega Move (Hold) | LMB |
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Movement 2
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Move | L-Stick |
| Sprint (Hold Dash) | A✕AB |
Combat 4
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Attack | X■XY |
| Dash | A✕AB |
| Special | Y▲YX |
| Cast | B●BA |
Items/Interaction 3
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Interact | RBR1R1R |
| Open Inventory | D-Pad → |
| Gift | LTL2L2ZL |
Misc 3
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Pause / Menu | MenuOptionsMenu+ |
| Book of Shadows (Codex) | D-Pad ↑ |
| Boon Info | D-Pad ← |
Abilities 1
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Hex | RTR2R2ZR |
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Hades II controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Hades II?
- Hades II, a action game, uses 18 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 Hades II controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Hades II's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Hades II support a controller?
- Yes — Hades II 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 Hades II controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows and Mac. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Hades II resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Hades II or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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