Ghost Driver Controls & Keybindings
Every key, button, and touch gesture across PC, console, and mobile. Master the camera switch, handbrake drift, and headlight toggle before your first midnight highway run.
By Ghost Driver Wiki Team· Controls Reference
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PC Keyboard & Mouse
Windows · Mac| Key / Binding | Action | Pro Driving Tip |
|---|---|---|
| W / Up Arrow | Throttle Acceleration | Hold down on open straightaways |
| S / Down Arrow | Foot Brake / Reverse | Tap lightly before sharp gap cuts |
| A / D or Left / Right | Steer Left / Right | Feather steering to prevent high-speed oversteer |
| Shift (Left) | Handbrake / Drift Initiation | Initiates instant rear-end rotation into sharp bends |
| V | Switch Camera Angle | Toggles 3rd-person, hood, and 1st-person cockpit view |
| L | Toggle Headlights | Crucial for spotting AI traffic in dark midnight tunnels |
| C | Rearview Mirror / Look Behind | Check trailing traffic and rival highway racers |
| R | Quick Reset / Pit Respawn | Respawns vehicle back in the pit lane if rolled over |
Console & Mobile Controls
Xbox / PlayStation Controller
- Right Trigger (RT / R2)Analog ThrottleProvides precise speed control
- Left Trigger (LT / L2)Analog Brake / ReverseProgressive braking power
- Left ThumbstickSteering DirectionSmooth analog lane changing
- Button A / Cross (X)HandbrakeQuick drift engagement
- D-Pad Up / Y ButtonChange Camera ViewCycles through camera perspectives
- D-Pad DownHeadlights On/OffIlluminates dark road sectors
Mobile Touchscreen
- On-Screen Gas Pedal (Right)Full AccelerationHold with right thumb
- On-Screen Brake Pedal (Left)Braking & ReverseTap to scrub off speed
- Tilt / Steering ArrowsSteeringSelect arrows in settings for highest precision
- Camera Icon (Top Right)Cycle POVSwitch to first-person mode
Controls FAQ
Q.What are the controls in Ghost Driver on PC?
On PC, use W or Up Arrow to accelerate, S or Down Arrow to brake/reverse, A/D or Left/Right arrows to steer, Left Shift for handbrake drift, V to cycle camera angles, L for headlights, C to look behind, and R to reset at the pit.
Q.Does Ghost Driver support controller and mobile controls?
Yes. On Xbox/PlayStation, use RT/R2 for throttle, LT/L2 for brake, left stick to steer, A/Cross for handbrake, D-Pad Up or Y to change camera, and D-Pad Down for headlights. Mobile uses on-screen gas/brake pedals, tilt or arrow steering, and a camera icon to switch view.
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