Cyberpunk 2077 Keyboard Controls

The standard layout follows a typical FPS setup, but several unique keys handle Night City's more advanced tech. Default Key Move (Forward, Back, Left, Right) W, S, A, D Sprint (Hold / Toggle) L-Shift / R-Shift Crouch (Hold / Toggle) L-Ctrl / C Combat Shoot / Aim Left-Click / Right-Click Quick Attack / Melee Quick Melee (with Gun) Middle Mouse Button Cyberware / Combat Gadget E / Middle Mouse Button Use Consumable (Healing) Tech & UI Scan (Hold) Inventory / Journal / Map Primary Interaction Phone / Call Vehicle Quick Reference for Shortcuts F5 : Quick Save (use this often!). Alt : Open the weapon wheel or cycle weapons. Z : Change driving camera or skip dialogue. Cap Lock : Toggle scanning mode (instead of holding Tab). Pro-Tips for PC Players

Before you augment your liver or install Mantis Blades, you need to walk. Here is the foundational skeleton of Cyberpunk 2077 on PC.

Do you prefer a or an aggressive/melee playstyle? Do you use a gaming mouse with extra side buttons? Are you playing the Phantom Liberty DLC? cyberpunk 2077 keyboard controls

Unlike a controller, KBM turns V into a lethal headshot machine. With a decent mouse, you can flick between enemies, ping smart weapons, and track fast-moving cyberpsychos effortlessly. The aim assist (which you can turn off) isn’t needed, and the hit feedback is satisfying.

These are your bread-and-butter keys for traversing Night City on foot. The standard layout follows a typical FPS setup,

| | Default Key | | :------------------------ | :------------------------- | | Pause BD | Space | | Fast Forward BD | E | | Rewind BD | Q | | Change BD Layer | Left Shift | | Analysis Mode | Tab | | Restart BD | R | | Exit BD | X |

I can provide a custom layout tailored exactly to your playstyle. Share public link Z : Change driving camera or skip dialogue

Occasionally you will need to solve a "breach protocol" hex puzzle.

However, stepping into V’s shoes for the first time can feel like trying to pilot a Militech Basilisk. With mechanics ranging from quickhacking to power sliding, grenade tossing to photo mode, the default have a steep learning curve.

| Modifier + Key | Action | |----------------|--------| | Shift + R | Ping target (distract) | | Ctrl + R | Short circuit (damage) | | Alt + R | Reboot optics (blind) | | Shift + Space | Suicide / Cyberpsychosis (if equipped) |