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Mafia III: Definitive Edition Keyboard & Controller Controls
Default PC keyboard and mouse controls for Mafia III: Definitive Edition, Hangar 13's open-world revenge story set in 1968 New Bordeaux. Lincoln Clay leans on cover, stealth takedowns and Intel View to tear down the Mafia's rackets, with vehicle combat for the chases in between. Every binding can be changed in the game's options.
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All Mafia III: Definitive Edition controls
42 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Mafia III: Definitive Edition's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox, PlayStation and Steam Deck buttons side by side.
+ 2 more controls in the table below
+ 2 more controls in the table below
33 shortcuts
Weapons 14
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Aim / Zoom | RMB |
| Fire | LMB |
| Reload | R |
| Aim Explosive | G |
| Equip One-Handed Weapon | 1 |
| Equip Two-Handed Weapon | 2 |
| Enter Sniper Scope (while aiming) | F |
| Previous Weapon | PgUp |
| Next Weapon | PgDn |
| Holster Weapon | H |
| Hold Breath (while scoped) | Shift |
| Switch Aim Shoulder | MMB |
| Plant Explosive | LMB |
| Cancel Explosive | Q |
Movement 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move | WthenAthenSthenD |
| Sprint | Shift |
| Take Cover | Ctrl |
| Climb / Slow-Mo Shooting | Space |
| Stalk (Sneak) | X |
| Walk | Caps Lock |
| Orbit Around Cover (at a green arrow) | WCtrl |
Abilities & Melee 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Melee / Takedown | Q |
| Intel View | V |
| Use Adrenaline Shot (hold on controller) | C |
| Counter | Alt |
| Pick Up / Drop Body (hold on controller) | Y |
| Whistle (hold on controller) | T |
| Running Takedown (sprint, then melee on contact) | ShiftthenQ |
Vehicle Combat 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Fire | LMB |
| Ram / Side Ram | Ctrl |
| Cycle Targets (tyres, driver, gas tank) | F |
| Vehicle Aim Mode | G |
Menus 1
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Map / Pause Menu | Tab |
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34 shortcuts
Weapons 10
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Aim / Zoom | LTL2L2 |
| Fire | RTR2R2 |
| Reload | X■X |
| Aim Explosive | RBR1R1 |
| Switch Weapon (hold for Weapon Wheel) | LBL1L1 |
| Enter Sniper Scope (while aiming) | RSR3R3 |
| Holster Weapon | D-Pad ↑ |
| Hold Breath (while scoped) | LSL3L3 |
| Switch Aim Shoulder | LSL3L3 |
| Plant Explosive | RBR1R1 |
Movement 7
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Move | L-Stick |
| Sprint | LSL3L3 |
| Take Cover | A✕A |
| Climb / Slow-Mo Shooting | Y▲Y |
| Stalk (Sneak) | RSR3R3 |
| Move Camera | R-Stick |
| Orbit Around Cover (at a green arrow) | L-StickA✕A |
Abilities & Melee 6
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Melee / Takedown | B●B |
| Intel View | ViewShareView |
| Use Adrenaline Shot (hold on controller) | D-Pad ↑ |
| Pick Up / Drop Body (hold on controller) | D-Pad ↓ |
| Whistle (hold on controller) | D-Pad ← |
| Running Takedown (sprint, then melee on contact) | LSL3L3thenB●B |
Driving 7
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Accelerate | RTR2R2 |
| Brake / Reverse | LTL2L2 |
| Steer | L-Stick |
| Enter / Exit Car (hold to bail out) | X■X |
| Handbrake | B●B |
| Change Radio Station (hold to toggle radio) | D-Pad → |
| Horn | LSL3L3 |
Vehicle Combat 3
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Fire | RBR1R1 |
| Ram / Side Ram | A✕A |
| Cycle Targets (tyres, driver, gas tank) | LBL1L1 |
Menus 1
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Map / Pause Menu | MenuOptionsMenu |
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Mafia III: Definitive Edition controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Mafia III: Definitive Edition?
- Mafia III: Definitive Edition, a action game, uses 42 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 Mafia III: Definitive Edition controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Mafia III: Definitive Edition's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Mafia III: Definitive Edition support a controller?
- Yes — Mafia III: Definitive Edition 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 Mafia III: Definitive Edition controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Mafia III: Definitive Edition also released on Xbox and PlayStation, and this page carries those controller bindings too. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Mafia III: Definitive Edition resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Mafia III: Definitive Edition or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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