What are the default controls for Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition?

Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition, a action game, uses 20 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 Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition controls?

Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition's in-game control or key-binding settings.

Does Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition support a controller?

Yes — Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition has full gamepad support. The Steam Deck button map is shown on this page alongside the keyboard controls.

Which platforms do these Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition controls cover?

These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.

Is this an official Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Windows · 20 default keybinds

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Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition Keyboard & Controller Controls

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Killer is Dead is Grasshopper Manufacture's stylised hack-and-slash about Mondo Zappa, a contract executioner who fights with a katana in one hand and a swappable cybernetic arm in the other. The PC Nightmare Edition ships a fixed QWERTY preset: the katana and the arm's gun share the mouse buttons, Space guards and dodges, and Q, F and Shift carry the guard break, Adrenaline Burst and healing.

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All Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition controls

20 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see the Steam Deck buttons.

Layout

Esc

F10

F11

F12

⌫ Back

Tab

[

]

Caps

;

Enter ⏎

Shift

Ctrl

Win

Alt

Space

Alt

Win

Ctrl

↑

←

↓

→

+ 1 more control in the table below

Combat 5

Action	Shortcut
Slash	`LMB`
Guard / Dodge	`Space`
Guard Crush	`Q`
Adrenaline Burst	`F`
Healing	`Shift`

Movement 4

Action	Shortcut
Move Forward	`W`
Move Left	`A`
Move Backward	`S`
Move Right	`D`

Sub Weapons 4

Action	Shortcut
Sub Weapon Mode	`RMB`
Shoot (in Sub Weapon Mode)	`LMB`
Switch Sub Weapon	`R`
Switch Sub Weapon (mouse)	`Wheel`

Interaction 4

Action	Shortcut
Examine	`LMB`
Action	`E`
Red Ticket	`C`
Blue Ticket	`V`

Menus 2

Action	Shortcut
Pause	`Esc`
Select Menu Option	`UP`then`DOWN`then`LEFT`then`RIGHT`

Camera 1

Action	Shortcut
Move Camera	`Mouse`

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Action	Steam Deck
Slash	`X`
Guard / Dodge	`B`
Guard Crush	`Y`
Adrenaline Burst	`R2`
Healing	`L1`

Action	Steam Deck
Move Forward	`L-Stick`
Move Left	`L-Stick`
Move Backward	`L-Stick`
Move Right	`L-Stick`

Action	Steam Deck
Sub Weapon Mode	`L2`
Shoot (in Sub Weapon Mode)	`R2`
Switch Sub Weapon	`R1`

Action	Steam Deck
Examine	`A`

Action	Steam Deck
Pause	`Menu`
Select Menu Option	`D-Pad ↑`then`D-Pad ↓`

Action	Steam Deck
Move Camera	`R-Stick`

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Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition?: Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition, a action game, uses 20 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 Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Does Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition support a controller?: Yes — Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition has full gamepad support. The Steam Deck button map is shown on this page alongside the keyboard controls.
Which platforms do these Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition Keyboard & Controller Controls

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Combat 5

Movement 4

Sub Weapons 4

Interaction 4

Menus 2

Camera 1

Combat 5

Movement 4

Sub Weapons 3

Interaction 1

Menus 2

Camera 1

Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition controls — FAQ

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Combat 5

Movement 4

Sub Weapons 4

Interaction 4

Menus 2

Camera 1

Combat 5

Movement 4

Sub Weapons 3

Interaction 1

Menus 2

Camera 1

Killer is Dead – Nightmare Edition controls — FAQ

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