What are the default controls for Wolfenstein 3D?

Wolfenstein 3D, a shooter game, uses 26 default keybinds across 5 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap Wolfenstein 3D controls?

Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Wolfenstein 3D's in-game control or key-binding settings.

Which platforms do these Wolfenstein 3D controls cover?

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

Is this an official Wolfenstein 3D resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Wolfenstein 3D or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Windows · 26 default keybinds

Wolfenstein 3D Keyboard Controls

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Default keyboard and mouse controls for Wolfenstein 3D, id Software's 1992 shooter, which Steam runs as the original DOS game inside DOSBox. The arrow keys turn and walk, Alt turns them into sidesteps and Space opens doors and pushes secret walls. The function keys save, load and quit without opening the menu. The list follows Activision's retail manual and the default bindings in id's released source code, which is why Run sits on the right Shift key.

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All Wolfenstein 3D keyboard controls

26 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in Wolfenstein 3D's control settings.

Layout

Esc

F10

F11

F12

⌫ Back

Tab

[

]

Caps

;

Enter ⏎

Shift

Ctrl

Win

Alt

Space

Alt

Win

Ctrl

↑

←

↓

→

+ 1 more control in the table below

26 shortcuts

System 12

Action	Shortcut
Options Menu	`Esc`
Quick Save	`F8`
Quick Load	`F9`
Save Game	`F2`
Load Game	`F3`
Pause	`Pause`
Sound Options	`F4`
Change View Size	`F5`
Control Options	`F6`
Quit to DOS	`F10`
Boss Key	`F1`
End Game	`F7`

Movement 8

Action	Shortcut
Move Forward	`UP`
Move Backward	`DOWN`
Turn Left	`LEFT`
Turn Right	`RIGHT`
Strafe Left	`AltLEFT`
Strafe Right	`AltRIGHT`
Run / Fast Turn (Hold)	`R Shift`
Strafe (Hold with Mouse)	`RMB`

Weapons 4

Action	Shortcut
Chaingun	`4`
Pistol	`2`
Machine Gun	`3`
Knife	`1`

Interaction 1

Action	Shortcut
Open Door / Search for Pushwall	`Space`then`/`then`MMB`

Combat 1

Action	Shortcut
Fire Weapon	`Ctrl`then`/`then`LMB`

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Wolfenstein 3D controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Wolfenstein 3D?: Wolfenstein 3D, a shooter game, uses 26 default keybinds across 5 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Wolfenstein 3D controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Wolfenstein 3D's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these Wolfenstein 3D controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Wolfenstein 3D resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Wolfenstein 3D or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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