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Helldivers 2 Keyboard & Controller Controls
Shooter games →A complete reference to the default keyboard and mouse controls for Helldivers 2 on PC. Learn the default keybindings for movement, combat, calling in stratagems, equipment, and squad communication so you can spread managed democracy across the galaxy with confidence.
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All Helldivers 2 controls
35 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Helldivers 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 10
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | W |
| Move Backward | S |
| Move Left | A |
| Move Right | D |
| Sprint (hold) | Shift |
| Dive / Dodge | Alt |
| Move Camera / Look | Mouse |
| Crouch | C |
| Prone | Z |
| Jump / Climb (hold) | Space |
Equipment 9
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Interact / Use (hold) | E |
| Select Primary Weapon | 1 |
| Select Secondary Weapon | 2 |
| Select Support Weapon | 3 |
| Select Grenade | 4 |
| Open Weapon Wheel (hold) | R |
| Select Backpack / Special | 5 |
| Enter / Exit Vehicle | E |
| Take Control of Turret | F |
Combat 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Fire | LMB |
| Aim (hold) | RMB |
| Reload | R |
| Throw Grenade | G |
| Melee | F |
| Switch Aim Mode | MMB |
Stratagems 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open Stratagem List (hold) | Ctrl |
| Navigate Stratagem Input | WthenAthenSthenD |
| Call Reinforcement | Space |
| Cancel Stratagem / Action | Esc |
Communication 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Mark / Ping Target | Q |
| Voice Chat / Push-to-Talk (hold) | CAPSLOCK |
| Emote | B |
Menus/UI 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open Map | Tab |
| Pause / Options Menu | Esc |
| Zoom Map | Wheel ↑ |
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Movement 10
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | L-Stick |
| Move Backward | L-Stick |
| Move Left | L-Stick |
| Move Right | L-Stick |
| Sprint (hold) | LSL3L3LS |
| Dive / Dodge | B●BA |
| Move Camera / Look | R-Stick |
| Crouch | B●BA |
| Prone | B●BA |
| Jump / Climb (hold) | A✕AB |
Equipment 9
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Interact / Use (hold) | A✕AB |
| Select Primary Weapon | Y▲YX |
| Select Secondary Weapon | Y▲YX |
| Select Support Weapon | Y▲YX |
| Select Grenade | Y▲YX |
| Open Weapon Wheel (hold) | X■XY |
| Select Backpack / Special | Y▲YX |
| Enter / Exit Vehicle | A✕AB |
| Take Control of Turret | A✕AB |
Combat 6
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Fire | RTR2R2ZR |
| Aim (hold) | LTL2L2ZL |
| Reload | X■XY |
| Throw Grenade | D-Pad → |
| Melee | RSR3R3RS |
| Switch Aim Mode | RSR3R3RS |
Stratagems 3
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Open Stratagem List (hold) | LBL1L1L |
| Navigate Stratagem Input | D-Pad ↑thenD-Pad ↓thenD-Pad ←thenD-Pad → |
| Call Reinforcement | A✕AB |
Communication 3
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Mark / Ping Target | RBR1R1R |
| Voice Chat / Push-to-Talk (hold) | ViewShareView− |
| Emote | D-Pad ← |
Menus/UI 3
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Open Map | ViewShareView− |
| Pause / Options Menu | MenuOptionsMenu+ |
| Zoom Map | LBL1L1L |
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Helldivers 2 controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Helldivers 2?
- Helldivers 2, a shooter game, uses 35 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 Helldivers 2 controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Helldivers 2's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Helldivers 2 support a controller?
- Yes — Helldivers 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 Helldivers 2 controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Helldivers 2 resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Helldivers 2 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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