What are the default controls for Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice?

Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, a action game, uses 21 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 Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice controls?

Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice's in-game control or key-binding settings.

Does Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice support a controller?

Yes — Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice 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 Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice controls cover?

These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice 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 Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice Keyboard & Controller Controls

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A complete reference to the default keyboard and mouse controls for Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice on PC. Master the default keybindings for movement, deflect and attack combat, the Shinobi Prosthetic tools, the grappling hook, lock-on targeting, and items so you can survive Ashina with precision.

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All Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice controls

21 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox, PlayStation and Steam Deck buttons side by side.

Layout

⌫ Back

Tab

[

]

Caps

;

Enter ⏎

Shift

Ctrl

Win

Alt

Space

Alt

Win

Ctrl

MMB · Camera Reset / Lock On

↑

←

↓

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+ 1 more control in the table below

Movement 10

Action	Shortcut
Move Forward	`W`
Step Dodge (tap)	`Shift`
Move Back	`S`
Move Left	`A`
Move Right	`D`
Sprint / Dash (hold)	`Shift`
Jump	`Space`
Grappling Hook	`F`
Crouch / Release Crouch	`Q`
Slow Movement Shift	`Alt`

Prosthetic & Items 5

Action	Shortcut
Use Prosthetic Tool	`Ctrl`
Use Item	`R`
Cycle Prosthetic Tool	`Z`
Cycle Quick Items (Forward)	`X`
Cycle Quick Items (Reverse)	`C`

Combat 2

Action	Shortcut
Attack	`LMB`
Deflect / Guard (hold)	`RMB`

Camera & Targeting 2

Action	Shortcut
Camera Reset / Lock On	`MMB`
Camera Control / Change Lock-on Target	`Mouse`

Interface 2

Action	Shortcut
Action / Collect Loot (hold)	`E`
Eavesdrop	`V`

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Action	XboxPlayStationSteam Deck
Move Forward	`L-Stick`
Step Dodge (tap)	`B●B`
Move Back	`L-Stick`
Move Left	`L-Stick`
Move Right	`L-Stick`
Sprint / Dash (hold)	`B●B`
Jump	`A✕A`
Grappling Hook	`LTL2L2`
Crouch / Release Crouch	`LSL3L3`

Action	XboxPlayStationSteam Deck
Use Prosthetic Tool	`RTR2R2`
Use Item	`D-Pad ↑`
Cycle Prosthetic Tool	`Y▲Y`
Cycle Quick Items (Forward)	`D-Pad →`
Cycle Quick Items (Reverse)	`D-Pad ←`

Action	XboxPlayStationSteam Deck
Attack	`RBR1R1`
Deflect / Guard (hold)	`LBL1L1`

Action	XboxPlayStationSteam Deck
Camera Reset / Lock On	`RSR3R3`
Camera Control / Change Lock-on Target	`R-Stick`

Action	XboxPlayStationSteam Deck
Action / Collect Loot (hold)	`X■X`
Eavesdrop	`D-Pad ↓`

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Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice?: Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, a action game, uses 21 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 Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Does Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice support a controller?: Yes — Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice 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 Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice 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 Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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Movement 10

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Movement 9

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Combat 2

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