As the highly anticipated sci-fi RPG Starfield from Bethesda is set to release soon, gamers are eager to learn about the gameplay experience and the feeling of having an entire universe at their fingertips. In addition to the ongoing release of new details about the game, we now have an exclusive look at the basic control layout for both Xbox consoles and PCs. If you’re curious about what to expect, here is our comprehensive guide to Starfield controls on Xbox and PC.
PC Control Layout for Starfield
These control layouts for Starfield’s PC gameplay cover controls for both the player’s character and navigating a customized spaceship across hundreds of planets in the game. As is customary with PC controls in many games, especially with Bethesda’s RPG titles, these layouts are highly likely to be adjustable according to your personal preferences, with Quick-Key actions available as well (listed below).
Starfield PC Controls (Regular Gameplay)
Key / Input | Action |
Mouse | Look around (Camera controls) |
W | Move forward |
A | Move left |
S | Move backward |
D | Move right |
Space Bar | Jump (action) |
Left ‘Shift’ | Sprint (action) |
Left ‘Ctrl’ | Sneak (action) |
Left Mouse Button (Button 1) | Primary Attack |
Right Mouse Button (Button 2) | Secondary Attack |
V | Melee (action) |
G | Throw Grenade (action) |
E | Activate (Equipment interaction) |
R | Reload or Sheathe weapon |
Z | Power (Skill-related?) |
F | Flashlight / Hard Scanner |
TAB button | Open the Data Menu |
Mouse Wheel UP | Zoom in (Camera controls) |
Mouse Wheel DOWN | Zoom out (Camera controls) |
Mouse Button 3 (Center Button) | Toggle POV |
CAPS LOCK button | Toggle Auto-Run |
NUM LOCK button | Toggle Auto-Move |
ESC button | Pause |
Starfield PC Controls (Spaceship Navigation)
Key / Input | Action |
Mouse | Look around (Camera controls) |
Space Bar | Switch Flight Modes |
Q | Toggle POV |
Left ‘Shift’ | Fire Boosters |
Left ‘ALT’ | Ship Alternate Control Hold |
Left Mouse Button (Button 1) | Fire Weapon 0 |
Right Mouse Button (Button 2) | Fire Weapon 1 |
G | Fire Weapon 2 |
R | Ship Action |
E | Select Target |
UP Arrow | Increase System Power |
DOWN Arrow | Decrease System Power |
LEFT Arrow | Previous System |
RIGHT Arrow | Next System |
F | Open Scanner |
O | Repair |
ESC button | Cancel |
Starfield Quick Keys Layout
Key / Input | Action |
Q | Open ‘Quick Keys’ |
1 – 10 | Any Quick Key 1 – 10 |
[ | Quick Key 11 |
] | Quick Key 12 |
Quick-Save | F5 |
Quick-Load | F9 |
Quick-Map | M |
Quick-Mission | L |
Quick-Inventory | I (as in ‘i’) |
Quick-Skills | P |
Quick-Powers | K |
Starfield Control Layout for Xbox Consoles (Series X & S)
If you’re eagerly awaiting the release of Starfield and planning to play it on Xbox, you’re probably wondering about the control layouts. Well, look no further! We have the current control configurations for both regular gameplay and spaceship navigation on Xbox consoles.
Starfield Xbox Controls (Regular Gameplay)
Here’s a handy table outlining the button inputs and their corresponding actions:
Button / Input | Action |
B | Sneak (action) |
Y | Jump (action) |
X | Reload or Sheathe Weapon |
A | Activate (Equipment interaction) |
RB | Throw Grenade |
LB | Flashlight / Hand Scanner |
RT | Primary Attack |
LT | Secondary Attack |
Right Stick | Look Around (Camera controls) |
Left Stick | Move |
Click R-Stick | Melee (Action) |
Click L-Stick | Sprint (Action) |
‘Start’ Button | Data Menu |
‘Options’ Button | Toggle POV |
D-Pad | Quick-Key Actions |
LB + RB | Power (Skill-related?) |
Starfield Xbox Controls (Spaceship Navigation)
If you’re piloting your spaceship, you’ll need to know these controls:
Button / Input | Action |
Right Stick | Look Around (Camera controls) |
Left Stick | Move |
Click L-Stick | Fire Boosters |
Clock R-Stick | Fire Boosters |
RT | Fire Weapon 0 |
LT | Fire Weapon 1 |
Y | Fire Weapon 2 |
RB | Switch Flight Modes |
LB | Open Scanner |
‘Options’ Button | Toggle POV |
‘Start’ Button | Open Data Menu |
X | Ship Action |
A | Select Target |
B | Cancel |
UP Arrow (D-Pad) | Increase System Power |
DOWN Arrow (D-Pad) | Decrease System Power |
LEFT Arrow (D-Pad) | Previous System |
RIGHT Arrow (D-Pad) | Next System |
Now you’re well-equipped with the knowledge of the control layouts for Starfield on Xbox. Will they be customizable? Only time will tell. If you have any thoughts or feedback on the game’s controls, don’t hesitate to share them as you embark on your galactic journey.
And while you’re at it, make sure to explore our other informative guides, such as whether there is an official strategy guide for Starfield.
About the author
Stephanie Watel
Stephanie Watel is a talented freelance writer for Twinfinite. With over a year of experience in the games media industry, Stephanie brings her expertise to cover the latest gaming news and guides. When she’s not writing, Stephanie enjoys gardening and being the neighborhood bird lady. She holds a BA in Writing from Pace University in NY.
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