After years of anticipation, Hollow Knight: Silksong has finally arrived—and it’s everything fans hoped for and more. Just like the original, the game shines on PC, offering full support for multiple controllers. And if you prefer playing with a keyboard, no problem—the game’s controls are just as smooth.
Here’s a complete breakdown of all controller and keyboard inputs, so you always have a quick reference at hand.
🎮 Hollow Knight Silksong Controls for Controllers
If you’re playing with an Xbox or PlayStation controller, here are the default inputs:
| Action | Xbox Input | PlayStation Input |
|---|---|---|
| Needolin | Y | Triangle |
| Bind | B | Circle |
| Jump | A | X |
| Attack | X | Square |
| Inventory | View Button | Touchpad |
| Movement | Left Stick | Left Stick |
| Harpoon | LT | L2 |
| Quick Map | LB | L1 |
| Pause Menu | Menu Button | Options Button |
| Sprint | RT | R2 |
| Skill/Tool | RB | R1 |
⌨️ Hollow Knight: Silksong Controls for Keyboard
If you prefer a keyboard setup, here are the default keys:
| Input | Action |
|---|---|
| ↑ | Up |
| ↓ | Down |
| ← | Left |
| → | Right |
| Z | Jump |
| X | Attack |
| C | Sprint |
| A | Bind |
| I | Inventory |
| M | Map |
| Q | Crest |
| Tab | Quick Map |
| S | Harpoon |
| D | Needolin |
| F | Skill/Tool |
| V | Challenge |
| J | Journal |
| T | Tasks |
🔧 Can You Remap Controls in Hollow Knight: Silksong?
Yes! Players can fully remap controls whether they’re using a keyboard or a controller. The game provides dedicated sections for each input type, allowing you to customize everything to your liking.
🎮 Controller Support on PC
Hollow Knight: Silksong has native support for both Xbox and PlayStation controllers on PC.
- Tested controllers include the Xbox Series controller and DualShock 4, both of which work flawlessly with proper in-game prompts.
- The DualSense is supported as well, though for the DualSense Edge, Steam Input may need to be enabled since its support is less consistent.
💡 Tip: If your PlayStation controller isn’t working, disable Steam Input. Native profiles for both DualShock 4 and DualSense are built into the game.
While the Steam page recommends a controller for the best experience, keyboard controls are equally solid, responsive, and fully customizable. Whether you play with a controller or keyboard, the controls feel tight, fluid, and exactly as you’d expect from a Team Cherry game.