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Summary of Key Bindings and Shortcuts for "Star Wars Outlaws" Keyboard Controls

This guide covers the default key bindings and shortcuts for the open-world game "Star Wars Outlaws" using PC keyboard and mouse. Includes memorization tips and key notes.

Posted at: 2025.12.22

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Basic Controls

Basic controls in Star Wars Outlaws mainly use standard FPS operations like WASD for movement and Space for jumping. Those familiar with FPS games can operate it immediately, and since it has few quirks, even FPS beginners can master it and use it across FPS games in general.

ActionShortcut
Move forwardW
Move backwardS
Move leftA
Move rightD
DashShift
JumpSpace
CrouchCtrl
Forced walkH
Auto-walkN
DodgeCtrl
SlideC

Interact/Exploration

Interact operations use E, R, and T keys lined up, making them easy to remember. They're close to WASD, so mistakes are common at first, but since they're frequently used commands, memorize them thoroughly.

ActionShortcut
InteractE
Clever dialogueE
WhistleT
Pick lockLeft click
Mark enemyE
Remove markerR

Combat

Combat mainly uses mouse operations, but there are surprisingly detailed key operations for weapon handling (reload, etc.) and view switching, so memorize them.

ActionShortcut
ShootLeft click
AimRight click
ReloadR
Melee attackV
Shoulder view switchShift
Adrenaline rushX
Fire adrenaline rushLeft click

Weapon Controls

During combat, use number keys to switch sub-weapons. They're a bit away from the main WASD position, so they might be hard to press at first, but mastering weapon switching speeds you up—a strength unique to keyboard and mouse—and gives you an advantage.

ActionShortcut
Throw grenadeLeft click
Grenade4
Smoke grenadeZ
Use bacta vialG
Picked-up weapon5
Electrobinoculars5
Hololeader6
EquipmentU
Holster / Draw current toolWheel click
Equip plasma module1
Equip ion module2
Equip power module3
Equip stun moduleF
Next blaster moduleWheel up
Previous blaster moduleWheel down
Weapon - Zoom inWheel up
Weapon - Zoom autoWheel down

Nixx

Nixx performs remote support actions like enemy marking and item retrieval, so memorizing command keys lets you neutralize enemies or operate switches from cover, greatly expanding stealth options.

ActionShortcut
Nixx modeQ
Nixx senseB
Nixx command 1Left click
Nixx command 2Right click
Nixx command 3F
Nixx command 43
Cancel Nixx commandR
Switch Nixx attack stanceSpace

Binoculars

Master binoculars, mainly used for exploration, as they're frequent commands. Combining like "scan enemy positions with binoculars before stealth and coordinate with Nixx" lets you progress smoothly.

ActionShortcut
Binoculars: Zoom inWheel up
Binoculars: Zoom outWheel down
Binoculars: MarkC
Binoculars: Place markerF
Binoculars: LegendG

Grapple/Hologram

Grapple and hologram are completely different actions, but both center on QE keys, so memorize to avoid confusion.

ActionShortcut
Release grapple hookC
Shorten grapple ropeE
Extend grapple ropeQ
Rotate hologram leftQ
Rotate hologram rightE

Speeder

Memorize speeder keys, frequently used for world travel. W and R differ slightly from on-foot, so practice until accustomed.

ActionShortcut
Call speederY
DismountR
AccelerateW
BrakeCtrl / S
BoostShift
JumpSpace
Dodge leftQ
Dodge rightE
Turn leftA
Turn rightD
Look behindC

Starship

Starship controls are basically the same as speeder. But due to 3D movement, it includes roll (Z/C keys) and attack commands, making it quite complex. Check the list and get used to it gradually.

ActionShortcut
AccelerateW
BrakeS
BoostShift
Dodge leftA
Dodge rightD
Roll leftZ
Roll rightC
Fire cannonLeft click
Fire missileQ
Switch turretR
Switch tracking modeRight click
RepairF
Use active systemG
ScanV
180/360 degree turnSpace
Previous targetWheel up
Next targetWheel down
Full look / Look behindT
InteractE
Open hyperspace menuX
Jump to hyperspaceY

Menu keys include standard like M for map, but game menu on Tab differs from general games, so note it.

ActionShortcut
Game menuTab
MapM
AbilitiesP
EquipmentI
JournalJ