Xbox Series X|S and PC Controls for STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl

As someone who has spent countless hours immersed in virtual worlds, I cannot stress enough the importance of a keyboard and mouse setup when it comes to gaming, especially for games like this one. The precision, speed, and freedom that come with these input methods are simply unparalleled by controllers. Trust me, once you’ve experienced the seamless movement and responsive shooting with a mouse, you’ll never go back to using a controller again.


The long-awaited video game titled “Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl” has now arrived on PC and Xbox platforms. It’s essential to understand that this game is not an alternative to the Metro series, but rather a distinct title with its own special mechanics and expansive open-world environment.

In the new game Stalker 2, there are various gameplay elements that may be challenging to understand without first knowing the specific control settings. With multiple mechanisms working simultaneously, it’s not uncommon for players to become perplexed. The guide provided below clarifies both Xbox controller and keyboard/mouse control layouts, allowing you to comfortably immerse yourself in the game and maximize the intricate mechanics on offer.

All Keyboard and Mouse Controls of STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl

In simpler terms, Stalker 2 provides strong compatibility with keyboards and mice, allowing players to tailor their gaming experience extensively. Users have the ability to reverse both the vertical and horizontal mouse movements and adjust mouse and aim sensitivity according to their tastes.

Beyond customization, players have the freedom to adjust their controls in several ways. They can switch between toggling, holding, or even combining these options for different actions like aiming, breath-holding, crouching, sprinting, leaning, and many others. These adaptable settings accommodate a diverse array of player preferences.

Action Default Input Second Input
Save / Load Quick Save F5
Quick Load F8
Movement Walk forward W
Walk backward S
Strafe right D
Strafe left A
Sprint Left Shift Right Shift
Crouch Left Ctrl Right Ctrl
Jump Space
Walk X
Lean Left Z
Right Left C
Combat and Exploration Fire Left Click
Reload R
Change ammo type N Mouse 5
Change firing type B Mouse 4
Aim Right Click
Hold Breath Left Shift
Melee/Stealth Kill Left Click
Throw grenade/bolt hard Left Click
Throw grenade/bolt gently Right Click
Standard Knife Attack/stealth kill Left Click
Heavy Knife Attack/stealth kill Right Click
Interact F
Jump off the ladder Right Shift
Slide down the ladder Left Shift
Game Knife 1
Handgun 2
Primary Weapon 3
Secondary Weapon 4
Grenade 5
Choose next weapon Scroll Wheel
Choose previous weapon Scroll Wheel
Bolt 6
Detector 7
Weapon upgrade menu Open weapon upgrade menu T
Move on slot up 1
Move on slot down 3
Move on slot left 2
Move on slot right 4
Remove all weapon upgrades F
Radial Menu Open radial menu Tab
Select flashlight E
Select detector Q
Inventory Change ammo/grenade type N Mouse 5
Open inventory I
Close inventory I
Drop item D
Sort inventory S
Show/hide item details Q
Show/hide equipment window E
Show/hide item comparison A
Swap compared items Left Shift
Take all items R
Interact Take/put down last used item H
Quick access slot 1 Q
Quick access slot 2 Q
Quick access slot 3 E
Quick access slot 4 E
Separate stacks of identical items Confirm separation E
Cancel separation Q
Select all items F
Select fewer items A Left Arrow
Select more items D Right Arrow
PDA Open PDA P
Open map M
Open Journal J
Open upgrades U
Open notes K
Open target on map M
Map Scroll map up W Up Arrow
Scroll map down S Down Arrow
Scroll map right D Right Arrow
Scroll map left A Left Arrow
Center map on player V
Player market menu TAB
Set custom marker Right Click
Delete last custom marker R
Hide all custom markers BLANK
Dialogue Trade E
Upgrade weapons Q

All Xbox Controls of STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl

While controller players can’t rebind their controls like their KB/M comrades, they still have access to several customization options. You can adjust the level of aim assist or disable it entirely, and decide whether to enable the controller Rumble vibration feature. Additionally, controller sensitivity for both look and aim can be fine-tuned, along with the option to invert the horizontal and vertical camera axes.

  • Similar to PC players, you can set the behavior of various actions — such as aiming, sprinting, crouching, and more — to Toggle, Hold, or both, ensuring a tailored gaming experience.
Action Default Input
Aim Left Trigger
Fire Weapon Right Trigger
Radial Menu / Lean Left Left Bumper
Flashlight / Lean Right Right Bumper
Move Left Stick
Camera Right Stick
Use Quick Slot D-Pad Left and Right
Interact Reload X
Swap Weapon Hide / Unhide Weapon Y
Crouch B
Jump / Vault A
Attack Selector D-Pad Up
Inventory D-Pad Down
Melee Attack Right Stick Press
Run Hold Breath Left Stick Press
Open PDA Map View Xbox (Back Button)
Main Menu Pause Options (Start Button)

For those gaming on a computer, using a keyboard and mouse setup is suggested because it provides more flexibility and personalized control options over traditional controllers.

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2024-11-23 09:04