INPUT MAPPING • KEYBOARD & CONTROLLER
Game Controls & Keybinding Reference
Master every survival input for Permafrost. Verified default mappings for PC keyboard/mouse and handheld gamepad layouts.
PC Keyboard & Mouse Default Controls
| Action | Assigned Key | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Move Forward / Left / Back / Right | W / A / S / D | Movement |
| Sprint (Consumes Stamina) | Left Shift | Movement |
| Jump / Climb Ledge | Spacebar | Movement |
| Crouch / Stealth (Reduces noise) | C / Left Ctrl | Movement |
| Primary Attack / Chop / Mine | Left Mouse Button (LMB) | Combat & Gathering |
| Aim Bow / Block Melee | Right Mouse Button (RMB) | Combat & Gathering |
| Reload Firearm | R | Combat & Gathering |
| Quick Melee Kick / Shove | V | Combat & Gathering |
| Interact / Loot / Revive | E | Interaction |
| Inventory & Crafting Menu | Tab / I | Menus |
| Map & Quest Log | M | Menus |
| Dog Whistle Command Wheel | Hold G | Companion |
| Quick Hotbar Slots | 1 – 8 Keys | Equipment |
| Holster Weapon / Tool | H | Equipment |
| Toggle Flashlight / Torch | T | Equipment |
Steam Deck & Controller Layout
Character Movement Left Analog Stick
Camera Look / Aiming Right Analog Stick / Right Trackpad
Sprint Press Left Stick (L3)
Jump A Button
Crouch B Button
Interact / Pickup X Button
Reload Firearm Y Button
Attack / Fire / Strike Right Trigger (RT)
Aim Down Sights Left Trigger (LT)
Dog Whistle Wheel D-Pad Down (Hold)
Inventory / Crafting View / Select Button
Map Screen Menu / Start Button