What are the default controls for Surviving Mars?

Surviving Mars, a simulation game, uses 24 default keybinds across 5 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap Surviving Mars controls?

Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Surviving Mars's in-game control or key-binding settings.

Which platforms do these Surviving Mars controls cover?

These keyboard controls apply on Windows and Mac and Linux. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.

Is this an official Surviving Mars resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Surviving Mars or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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Surviving Mars Keyboard Controls

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A reference to the default PC keyboard shortcuts for Surviving Mars, the Mars colony-building city-builder from Haemimont Games and Paradox Interactive. Covers camera control, game speed, build mode, and the panels you use to manage your colony.

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All Surviving Mars keyboard controls

Layout

24 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in Surviving Mars's control settings.

⌫ Back

Tab

[

]

Caps

;

Enter ⏎

Shift

Ctrl

Win

Alt

Space

Alt

Win

Ctrl

↑

←

↓

→

+ 6 more controls in the table below

UI/Panels 7

Action	Shortcut
Map Overview	`M`
Colony Overview	`O`
Research Screen	`H`
Resupply Screen	`P`
Next Dome	`PgUp`
Previous Dome	`PgDn`
Milestones	`L`

Build 6

Action	Shortcut
Build Menu	`B`
Rotate Building Left	`R`
Rotate Building Right	`T`
Power Cables	`C`
Pipes	`V`
Universal Depot	`U`

Camera 4

Action	Shortcut
Pan Camera	`W`then`A`then`S`then`D`
Rotate Camera Left	`Q`
Rotate Camera Right	`E`
Reset Camera	`HOME`

Misc 4

Action	Shortcut
Deploy Orbital Probe	`X`
Salvage Selected	`Del`
Radio	`Y`
Last Constructed Building	`END`

Game Speed 3

Action	Shortcut
Pause Game	`Space`
Speed Up	`+`
Slow Down	`−`

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Surviving Mars controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Surviving Mars?: Surviving Mars, a simulation game, uses 24 default keybinds across 5 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Surviving Mars controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Surviving Mars's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these Surviving Mars controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows and Mac and Linux. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Surviving Mars resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Surviving Mars or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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