Key bindings
Controls
Default keyboard and mouse bindings. Gamepad is supported natively — connect any controller and it maps automatically via the built-in GamepadEmulator.
On Foot
| Action | Key |
|---|---|
| Move forward | W |
| Move backward | S |
| Strafe left | A |
| Strafe right | D |
| Sprint / swim | Left Shift |
| Jump | Space |
| Crouch | C |
| Enter / exit vehicle | F/Enter |
| Attack / fire | Left Click |
| Aim / lock-on | Right Click |
| Next weapon | Scroll Up |
| Previous weapon | Scroll Down |
| Look behind | Middle Mouse |
| Answer phone | Tab |
Driving
| Action | Key |
|---|---|
| Accelerate | W |
| Brake / reverse | S |
| Steer left | A |
| Steer right | D |
| Handbrake | Space |
| Horn | H/Left Shift |
| Drive-by left | Q |
| Drive-by right | E |
| Look behind | Middle Mouse |
| Radio station | R |
| Exit vehicle | F/Enter |
Flying
| Action | Key |
|---|---|
| Throttle up | W |
| Throttle down | S |
| Yaw left | A |
| Yaw right | D |
| Pitch down | Numpad 8 |
| Pitch up | Numpad 2 |
| Roll left | Numpad 4 |
| Roll right | Numpad 6 |
| Fire | Left Click |
System
| Action | Key |
|---|---|
| Pause menu | Escape |
| Toggle trainer | F3 |
| Fullscreen | F11 |
| Screenshot | F12 (browser) |
🎮 Gamepad
Connect any standard USB or Bluetooth gamepad (Xbox, PlayStation, Switch Pro, generic). The built-in GamepadEmulator maps sticks, triggers, and buttons automatically. Works in Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari. No configuration needed.
📱 Touch Controls
On mobile, on-screen buttons appear for movement, camera, actions, driving, and combat. The screen locks to landscape when the game starts. Best experience is on tablets or large phones.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the default keyboard controls for GTA Vice City?
On foot: arrow keys or WASD to move, Ctrl to fire, Space to jump/sprint, and Enter to get in vehicles. In a car, the arrow keys steer and accelerate, Space is the handbrake, and the mouse controls the camera.
Can I use a gamepad to play GTA Vice City in the browser?
Yes. The browser port supports the Gamepad API, so most modern USB and Bluetooth controllers (Xbox, PlayStation, and generic pads) are detected automatically. Just connect the controller and press a button to activate it.
How do you fly a helicopter in GTA Vice City?
Use the flight controls: W/S (or the numpad) to pitch the nose down and up, A/D to bank left and right, and the acceleration key to lift off. Helicopters and the Skimmer seaplane appear later in the game and via vehicle spawn cheats.
Does GTA Vice City work with touch controls on mobile?
Yes. When you start the game on a phone or tablet, on-screen touch controls appear for movement, camera, driving, and shooting, and the screen switches to landscape automatically.