This guide will walk you through how to configure your keyboard controls, understand the default layout, and optimize your setup for the best gaming experience. 🕹️ Default Keyboard Mapping
By default, Xenia maps the Xbox 360 controller buttons to specific keys. These settings are generally fixed within the application unless you modify the configuration file or use external mapping software. : W , A , S , D xenia emulator keyboard controls
Find the line keyboard_mode = 0 and change it to keyboard_mode = 1 . This guide will walk you through how to
Unlike console emulators (like PCSX2 or Dolphin), Xenia does have a visual in-app remapping tool. Instead, it relies on a configuration file: xenia.config.toml . However, there is a default logical mapping that many community builds use. If you have used the "canary" or "experimental" builds, the typical defaults are: : W , A , S , D
If the default keyboard layout is uncomfortable, these tools can "trick" the emulator into thinking your keyboard is a controller:
However, a visual input mapper (like Dolphin’s) is not on the immediate roadmap because the priority is compatibility and performance. If keyboard controls are essential for you, consider joining the Xenia Discord or Patreon to support developers focusing on input layers.
Yes, Xenia accepts mouse_left , mouse_right , mouse_middle , mouse_4 , and mouse_5 as valid bindings. This is perfect for modern shooters.