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Monster Hunter Stories Keyboard & Controller Controls

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Monster Hunter Stories is the 2024 HD remaster of Capcom's first monster-riding RPG, which started life on the Nintendo 3DS. These are the default keyboard keys and Xbox-style controller buttons for exploring the field with your Monstie, working the turn-based battle menus and skipping dialogue, taken from Capcom's own web manual.

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All Monster Hunter Stories controls

32 default keybinds across 9 categories. Most can be reassigned in Monster Hunter Stories's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and Steam Deck buttons side by side.

Layout
Esc
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⌫ Back
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Caps
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32 shortcuts

Interface 9

Action Shortcut
Open / Close Camp Menu Esc
Confirm Selection Enter
Cancel Selection Esc
Zoom Minimap In / Out N
Previous Tab Q
Next Tab E
Previous Page 1
Next Page 3
Sort Lists C

Movement 5

Action Shortcut
Move Forward W
Move Back S
Move Left A
Move Right D
Crouch / Stand Space

Camera 5

Action Shortcut
Camera Up UP
Camera Down DOWN
Camera Left LEFT
Camera Right RIGHT
Reset Camera Ctrl

Monstie Riding 4

Action Shortcut
Call Monstie (Hold to Call and Mount) R
Riding Action (While Riding) Space
Mount / Dismount Monstie R
Change Lead Monstie E

Battle 3

Action Shortcut
Ride (In Battle) Z
Switch Monsties X
Change Battle Speed V

Interaction 2

Action Shortcut
Speak / Gather Items F
Get a Hint from Navirou V

Cutscenes 2

Action Shortcut
Skip Message Enter
Skip Cutscene (Hold) Space

Items 1

Action Shortcut
Quick Heal Q

Multiplayer 1

Action Shortcut
Open Sticker Chat V

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Monster Hunter Stories controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Monster Hunter Stories?
Monster Hunter Stories, a rpg game, uses 32 default keybinds across 9 categories — on keyboard and controller. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Monster Hunter Stories controls?
Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Monster Hunter Stories's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Does Monster Hunter Stories support a controller?
Yes — Monster Hunter Stories 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 Monster Hunter Stories controls cover?
These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Monster Hunter Stories 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 Monster Hunter Stories resource?
No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Monster Hunter Stories or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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