Dig Dig Die Controls & Keybinds — Steam PC Guide (2026)
Complete guide to Dig Dig Die controls on Steam. Default keybinds for movement, digging, inventory, voice chat, and settings for the co-op horror game by...
Dig Dig Die Controls Overview
In Dig Dig Die — the co-op horror game by Alice Games launching August 6, 2026 on Steam — your survival depends on quick reactions. Every action creates sound that monsters can detect, so knowing your controls inside out is essential.
Note: The game is still in pre-release development. The controls below are based on standard Steam co-op conventions and the game's early access information. We will update this page with exact keybinds once the game launches.
Expected Default Keybinds
Movement
| Action | Key | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Move Forward | W | Standard WASD |
| Move Backward | S | |
| Strafe Left | A | |
| Strafe Right | D | |
| Sprint | Shift | ⚠️ Sprinting creates more noise |
| Jump | Space | |
| Crouch | Ctrl | Crouch-walking is quieter |
Digging & Interaction
| Action | Key | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dig / Use Tool | Left Click | Primary action for shovels and crowbars |
| Interact | E | Open doors, pick up items, use vending machines |
| Drop Item | G | Drop loot for teammates |
| Inventory | Tab / I | Check what you're carrying |
Combat
| Action | Key | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Attack / Swing | Left Click | Melee swing with equipped tool |
| Aim | Right Click | Aim ranged weapons if available |
| Reload | R | For firearms |
Communication
| Action | Key | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Chat (Push to Talk) | V | ⚠️ Monsters can hear your voice |
| Text Chat | Enter | Silent alternative to voice |
| Ping / Point | Middle Click or Q | Mark items or dangers silently |
Sound Discipline: The Most Important "Control"
The key to surviving in Dig Dig Die isn't just pressing the right buttons — it's knowing when not to press them. Every sound you make can attract monsters:
- Walking is quieter than sprinting
- Crouch-walking is the quietest movement
- Push-to-talk is strongly recommended over open mic
- Text chat and pings generate zero sound — use them when monsters are near
Controller Support
Dig Dig Die on Steam supports controller play. The game uses standard Steam Input configuration, so Xbox and PlayStation controllers should work with default mappings. On-screen prompts will display button icons for your controller type.
Recommended Settings for New Players
| Setting | Recommendation | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Chat Mode | Push to Talk | Prevents accidental noise |
| Subtitles | On | Hear dialogue even when being quiet |
| FOV | 90-100 | Better situational awareness |
| Sprint | Toggle | Frees up a finger |