Project Zomboid Shortcuts
Here is a summary of shortcut keys and key assignments for operating the open-world survival horror game "Project Zomboid" with keyboard and mouse.
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Avatar Controls
These are the shortcut keys and key assignments for basic avatar controls in Project Zomboid.
The basic movements use the same layout as typical FPS games with WASD, and by learning the original controls like "Shout" and "Light On/Off," you can handle most operations.
| Action | Shortcut Key Assignment |
|---|---|
| Move (Up) | W |
| Move (Left) | A |
| Move (Down) | S |
| Move (Right) | D |
| Sneak | CTRL |
| Run | Shift |
| Sprint | ALT |
| Interact | E |
| Shout/Hand Signal | Q |
| Cancel Action | ESC |
| Aim/Combat Stance | Left Ctrl + Mouse Right Click |
| Melee Combat | Space |
| Reload/Eject | X |
| Reload Firearm | R |
| Turn Light On/Off | F |
| Toggle Inventory | I |
| Rotate Placed Object | R |
| Mode Switch | Tab |
Vehicle Controls
Vehicle controls are also based on the WASD layout. As long as you remember "Handbrake = Space key" and the "Vehicle Radial Menu" controls, you should be fine.
| Action | Shortcut Key Assignment |
|---|---|
| Accelerate/Forward | W |
| Brake/Reverse | S |
| Turn Left | A |
| Turn Right | D |
| Handbrake | Space |
| Action | Shortcut Key Assignment |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Radial Menu | V |
| Toggle Headlights | F |
| Start Engine | N or W |
| Heater | O |
| Information | U |
| Enter/Exit Vehicle | E |
| Change Seat | Z |
| Horn | Q |