"PRAGMATA" Keyboard Controls and Shortcuts Guide
We've compiled a comprehensive list of keyboard shortcuts and control bindings for "PRAGMATA" that are useful during keyboard and mouse gameplay, covering everything from basic controls to combat, hacking, and menu navigation.
Posted at: 2025.12.18
Basic Controls
Pragmata's movement controls follow the FPS standard with WASD keys for four-directional movement and the Space key for jumping. There are only a few unique action key bindings, so those experienced with FPS games will pick them up quickly.
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move (Forward) | W |
| Move (Backward) | S |
| Move (Left) | A |
| Move (Right) | D |
| Jump / Hover | Space |
| Dash | Left Shift |
| Dodge | Left Ctrl |
| Examine / Pick Up | F |
| Scan | C |
| Release Escape Hatch | E |
Combat & Action
Pragmata's combat and action controls primarily use the mouse, with only the Q key (using Repair Cartridge) and X key (Overdrive) for additional actions, making the system very straightforward.
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Aim Weapon | Right Click |
| Fire | Left Click |
| Use Repair Cartridge | Q |
| Overdrive | X |
Weapon Switching
Number keys 1, 2, and 3 are assigned to weapons, allowing you to switch weapons quickly. This is one of the advantages of keyboard controls. However, since they're close to the WASD keys, it can be difficult to press them while moving.
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Weapon Switch (↑) | 1 |
| Weapon Switch (←) | 2 |
| Weapon Switch (→) | 3 |
Hacking
Hacking controls are important since hacking is a key element of the game, and smooth operation gives you an advantage in game progression.
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Start / Exit Hacking | Alt |
| Reset Hacking | R |
| Lock / Unlock Hacking Target | V |
Camera & UI
Camera controls and game UI operations greatly affect the comfort of gameplay. Learning these shortcuts will improve your in-game controls and provide a more immersive experience.
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Reset Camera | B |
| Pause Menu | P |
Menu Navigation
Movement and operations on the menu screen are performed by combining WASD keys and various other keys. Mastering these shortcuts will allow you to navigate menus smoothly and play more efficiently.
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| [Menu] Confirm | F/Space |
| [Menu] Back / Cancel | Right Click |
| [Menu] Cursor Move (↑) | W |
| [Menu] Cursor Move (↓) | S |
| [Menu] Cursor Move (←) | A/← |
| [Menu] Cursor Move (→) | D |
| [Menu] Switch Category Tab (←) | Q |
| [Menu] Switch Category Tab (→) | E |
| [Menu] Scroll (↑) | PageUp |
| [Menu] Scroll (↓) | PageDown |
| [Menu] Reset | R |
| [Menu] Open Separate Screen | Left Shift |
PC Specs and FPS Are Just As Crucial for Smooth Gameplay
To maximize your immersion in the beautiful sci-fi world of Pragmata, mastering the keybinds so you can "control Hugh without even thinking" is important, but stabilizing your PC's framerate (FPS) is just as crucial.
To find out if your current graphics card or gaming PC has the performance to maintain a smooth 60fps even at maximum graphics settings, check out the Pragmata FPS benchmarks on bld4me to help you find the optimal settings for your rig.