Steam Deck, Controller & Controls

Working database

Steam Deck, Controller & Controls keeps the useful rows close to their evidence.

A control and hardware reference for keyboard, mouse, gamepad, Steam Deck and historical shortcuts.

Needs Verification

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Confirmed platform support

The public source set confirms the broad input and hardware frame.

Keyboard + Mouse

Needs Verification

Official FAQ lists keyboard and mouse support.

Gamepad

Needs Verification

Full Controller Support and Xbox / PlayStation controller tags are present on Steam.

Steam Deck

Needs Verification

Official FAQ says Steam Deck is supported; performance, UI scale and crafting flows need hands-on checks.

Local co-op

Needs Verification

No local split-screen is confirmed in the FAQ.

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Demo shortcuts to re-test

These are historical controls, not current EA instructions.

Demo shortcuts to re-test
Action	Demo record	EA status	Evidence
Build Menu	B	Needs Verification	Demo Legacy Source details Demo LegacyDemo Legacy Source Demo Legacy Last verified Not yet verified Game version Not yet verified Confidence low
Dismantle building	Hover target + hold SPACE	Needs Verification	Demo Legacy Source details Demo LegacyDemo Legacy Source Demo Legacy Last verified Not yet verified Game version Not yet verified Confidence low
Move items at a Station	Shift + Click	Needs Verification	Demo Legacy Source details Demo LegacyDemo Legacy Source Demo Legacy Last verified Not yet verified Game version Not yet verified Confidence low
Controller glyphs	Xbox / PlayStation display	Needs Verification	Demo Legacy Source details Demo LegacyDemo Legacy Source Demo Legacy Last verified Not yet verified Game version Not yet verified Confidence low
Skill Tree / Build Mode	Mouse assistance reported	Needs Verification	Demo Legacy Source details Demo LegacyDemo Legacy Source Demo Legacy Last verified Not yet verified Game version Not yet verified Confidence low

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Launch UI and recovery workarounds

These are version 0.107.x reports, not intended mechanics. Try the workaround, then check the latest Hotfix before publishing it as a permanent instruction.

Launch UI and recovery workarounds
Problem	Temporary action	Status	Evidence
NPC interaction menu	When the prompt appears, press Z, then choose Talk; merchants may also show Trade	Pre-EA developer reply; verify current prompt	Needs Verification Source details Needs VerificationCommunity test Source Community test Last verified 2026-09-17 Game version 0.107.x Confidence low Data verified for 0.107.x — current-version verification required. Launch-day community note or single-run report; retain as a verification lead, not a current-client hard mechanic.
Invisible Sanctum area	Use a Waypoint to teleport out	Community report; temporary escape	Needs Verification Source details Needs VerificationCommunity test Source Community test Last verified 2026-09-17 Game version 0.107.x Confidence low Data verified for 0.107.x — current-version verification required. Launch-day community note or single-run report; retain as a verification lead, not a current-client hard mechanic.
Bonfire re-entry lock	If re-entry is stuck, dismantle the bonfire, restart and re-test	Community workaround; not official fix	Needs Verification Source details Needs VerificationCommunity test Source Community test Last verified 2026-09-17 Game version 0.107.x Confidence low Data verified for 0.107.x — current-version verification required. Launch-day community note or single-run report; retain as a verification lead, not a current-client hard mechanic.
Controller dialogue cannot exit / confirm	Switch to keyboard and mouse for that conversation	Launch report; controller UI pending	Needs Verification Source details Needs VerificationCommunity test Source Community test Last verified 2026-09-17 Game version 0.107.x Confidence low Data verified for 0.107.x — current-version verification required. Launch-day community note or single-run report; retain as a verification lead, not a current-client hard mechanic.