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Windows · 39 default keybinds
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl Keyboard Controls
GSC Game World's 2007 shooter drops you into the Zone around Chernobyl with a Geiger counter and a PDA. Its layout gives survival its own keys — the bandage and medkit sit on the bracket keys, and the flashlight, night vision and detector each have one of their own.
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All S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl keyboard controls
39 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl's control settings.
+ 3 more controls in the table below
+ 3 more controls in the table below
39 shortcuts
Movement 10
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Forward | W |
| Back | S |
| Strafe Left | A |
| Strafe Right | D |
| Sprint | X |
| Jump | Space |
| Crouch | Ctrl |
| Low Crouch | Shift |
| Lean Left | Q |
| Lean Right | E |
Weapons 10
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Fire | LMB |
| Zoom / Aim | RMB |
| Reload | R |
| Change Weapon | 1then2then3then4then5then6 |
| Change Ammo Type | Y |
| Next / Previous Weapon | Wheel |
| Grenade Launcher Attachment | V |
| Next Firing Mode | 0 |
| Drop Weapon | G |
| Previous Firing Mode | 9 |
Inventory & PDA 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Inventory | I |
| Flashlight | L |
| PDA (Active Tasks) | P |
| PDA Map | M |
| Quick Bandage | ] |
| Quick Medkit | [ |
| Night Vision | N |
| PDA Contacts | H |
Multiplayer 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Scores | Tab |
| Buy Menu | B |
| Equip Selected Artifact | 7 |
| Public Chat | , |
| Team Chat | . |
| Team Menu | U |
| Voice Message | C |
General 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Use Selected Object | F |
| Exit | Esc |
| Pause | Pause |
| Screenshot | F12 |
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S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl?
- S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl, a shooter game, uses 39 default keybinds across 5 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
- Can you remap S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Which platforms do these S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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