What are the default controls for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader?

Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, a rpg game, uses 26 default keybinds across 5 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader controls?

Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader's in-game control or key-binding settings.

Which platforms do these Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader controls cover?

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

Is this an official Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Windows · 26 default keybinds

Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader Keyboard Controls

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Default PC keyboard and mouse controls for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, the turn-based CRPG from Owlcat Games. Covers camera movement, party selection, combat weapons and abilities, and the main interface windows.

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All Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader keyboard controls

Layout

26 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader's control settings.

Esc

F10

F11

F12

⌫ Back

Tab

[

]

Caps

;

Enter ⏎

Shift

Ctrl

Win

Alt

Space

Alt

Win

Ctrl

↑

←

↓

→

UI/Windows 8

Action	Shortcut
Character Menu	`C`
Inventory	`I`
Journal	`J`
Map	`M`
Encyclopedia	`L`
Colony Management	`Y`
Cargo Interface	`B`
Voidship Control	`K`

Combat 7

Action	Shortcut
Use Weapon Ability (1-10)	`1`
Use Active Ability (1-10)	`Shift1`
Change Weapon Set	`X`
Use Special Ability (1-10)	`Ctrl1`
Stop Action	`G`
Hold Position	`H`
Use Consumable	`F1`

Movement/Camera 5

Action	Shortcut
Pan Camera	`W`then`A`then`S`then`D`
Highlight Objects	`Tab`
Rotate Camera Counter-Clockwise	`Q`
Rotate Camera Clockwise	`E`
Follow Selected Character	`F`

Misc 4

Action	Shortcut
Pause / Unpause	`Space`
Quick Save	`F5`
Quick Load	`F8`
Screenshot	`F11`

Party/Selection 2

Action	Shortcut
Select Individual Character	`Alt1`
Select All Characters	`CtrlA`

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Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader?: Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, a rpg game, uses 26 default keybinds across 5 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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