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Subnautica 2 Keyboard & Controller Controls
Survival & Sandbox games →Subnautica 2 is Unknown Worlds' underwater survival and crafting sequel, playable solo or in four-player co-op on an alien ocean world. With so much swimming, diving, tool use, and vehicle piloting layered onto a deep building system, knowing the default keyboard, mouse, and Xbox controller bindings keeps you reacting fast when the deep turns hostile.
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All Subnautica 2 controls
30 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Subnautica 2's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox and PlayStation buttons side by side.
+ 1 more control in the table below
+ 1 more control in the table below
Movement 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | W |
| Swim Up / Jump / Surface | Space |
| Move Backward | S |
| Move Left | A |
| Move Right | D |
| Swim Down / Dive / Crouch | C |
| Sprint / Boost (hold) | Shift |
| Look / Aim Camera | Mouse |
Hotbar 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Hotbar Slot 1 | 1 |
| Hotbar Slot 2 | 2 |
| Hotbar Slot 3 | 3 |
| Hotbar Slot 4 | 4 |
| Hotbar Slot 5 | 5 |
| Next Item (cycle hotbar) | Wheel ↑ |
| Previous Item (cycle hotbar) | Wheel ↓ |
Tools / Equipment 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Primary Tool Action | RMB |
| Tertiary Tool Action | LMB |
| Secondary Tool Action | F |
| Reload / Recharge | R |
| Quaternary Tool Action | Q |
| Holster Tool | H |
Interaction 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Interact / Pick Up / Board Vehicle | E |
| Ping / Sonar | V |
| Toggle Beacons | B |
| Set Label | T |
Interface 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open PDA / Inventory | Tab |
| Pause / Settings Menu | Esc |
| Open Feedback Menu | F8 |
Vehicles 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Stop Piloting / Exit Vehicle | E |
| Detach Chassis | Q |
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Movement 8
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | L-Stick |
| Swim Up / Jump / Surface | RBR1R1R |
| Move Backward | L-Stick |
| Move Left | L-Stick |
| Move Right | L-Stick |
| Swim Down / Dive / Crouch | LBL1L1L |
| Sprint / Boost (hold) | LSL3L3LS |
| Look / Aim Camera | R-Stick |
Hotbar 2
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Next Item (cycle hotbar) | D-Pad → |
| Previous Item (cycle hotbar) | D-Pad ← |
Tools / Equipment 6
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Primary Tool Action | RTR2R2ZR |
| Tertiary Tool Action | LTL2L2ZL |
| Secondary Tool Action | X■XY |
| Reload / Recharge | D-Pad ↑ |
| Quaternary Tool Action | Y▲YX |
| Holster Tool | B●BA |
Interaction 2
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Ping / Sonar | RSR3R3RS |
| Set Label | D-Pad ↓ |
Interface 2
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Open PDA / Inventory | ViewShareView− |
| Pause / Settings Menu | MenuOptionsMenu+ |
Vehicles 2
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Stop Piloting / Exit Vehicle | B●BA |
| Detach Chassis | D-Pad ↓ |
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Subnautica 2 controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Subnautica 2?
- Subnautica 2, a survival & sandbox game, uses 30 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 Subnautica 2 controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Subnautica 2's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Subnautica 2 support a controller?
- Yes — Subnautica 2 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 Subnautica 2 controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Subnautica 2 resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Subnautica 2 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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