Managing a dinosaur park isn’t just about science or spectacle — it’s also about control. Jurassic World Evolution 3 gives players a wide range of keyboard and controller bindings to handle everything from research management to helicopter tranquilization runs. Whether you’re on PC or console, knowing your shortcuts can make the difference between smooth operations and total chaos.
Jurassic World Evolution 3 Key Bindings: Every PC and Controller Shortcut
All Jurassic World Evolution 3 PC Controls
If you’re playing on PC, your keyboard and mouse will handle nearly every park management action. These are the default controls that you can view or modify from the in-game “Controls” menu under Settings → Options → Controls.
Common Controls
Action
Key
Open Options Menu / Cancel
Esc
Menu Left / Right / Up / Down
Arrow Keys
Previous / Next Tab
[ , ]
Camera Controls
Action
Key
Move Forward / Backward
W / S
Move Left / Right
A / D
Zoom In / Out
Page Up / Page Down
Rotate Left / Right
Q / E
Shortcut Keys
Action
Key
Management
F1
Expedition Map
F2
Fossils
F3
Research
F4
Staff Management
F5
Marketplace
F6
Park Rating (Management View)
E
Site Map
M
Toggle Security Rating
I
Nearest Response Team Facility
R
Nearest Paleo-Medical Facility
T
Nearest Maintenance Facility
Y
Follow Notification
Tab
Capture Mode
C
Demolish Mode
Delete
Path Mode
P
Transport Mode
F
Time Controls
Action
Key
Pause
Space
Slow Motion
‘
Normal Speed
1
Fast Speed
2
Building Placement
Action
Key
Toggle Snap Placement
Shift
Rotate Item Left / Right
Z / X
Capture Mode (Free Camera)
Action
Key
Move Forward / Backward
W / S
Move Left / Right
A / D
Raise / Lower
R / F
Zoom In / Out
Page Up / Page Down
Roll Left / Right
Q / E
Reset Roll
Home
Slow / Fast Movement
Ctrl / Shift
Show / Hide Controls
G
All Jurassic World Evolution 3 Controller Key Bindings
Console players and PC users with controllers can enjoy a streamlined control scheme that’s perfect for quick park management and field missions.
Basic Controls
Action
Xbox
PlayStation
Description
Park Team Shortcuts
LB
L1
Quick actions
Zoom Out / In
LT / RT
L2 / R2
Camera zoom
Select / Back
A / B
Cross / Circle
Menu selection
Control Room
X
Square
Opens park overview
Site Map
Y
Triangle
Opens map
Help
RS
R3
Show help hints
Orbit Camera
RS
R3
Free camera rotation
Build Menu
D-pad
D-pad
Open construction options
Follow Notification
LS
L3
Track events
Move Camera
LS
L3
Movement control
Options / Pause
Menu
Options
Pause menu
Vehicle (Car) Controls
Action
Xbox
PlayStation
Accelerate / Brake
RT / LT
R2 / L2
Interact / Back
A / B
Cross / Circle
Handbrake
X
Square
Aim Mode
Y
Triangle
Lock On
RS
R3
Switch Equipment
D-pad Up / Down
D-pad Up / Down
Switch Camera
D-pad Left
D-pad Left
Take Photo
D-pad Right
D-pad Right
Horn
LS
L3
Steer
LS
L3
Capture Mode Controls
Action
Xbox
PlayStation
Raise / Lower Camera
LB / RB
L1 / R1
Zoom Out / In
LT / RT
L2 / R2
Show / Hide Controls
X
Square
Speed Up Camera
Y
Triangle
Orbit Camera
RS
R3
Move Camera
LS
L3
Back
B
Circle
Additional Situational Controls
While these are the defaults, Jurassic World Evolution 3 smartly adapts your control layout depending on what you’re doing — whether piloting an ACU helicopter, driving a ranger jeep, or using a gyrosphere. The transition is seamless, so you won’t need to re-learn the layout each time.
Tips for Smooth Gameplay
Rebind Wisely: If you’re comfortable with other management sims, consider remapping controls to match what you already know.
Master Capture Mode: The free camera and photo tools can help you showcase your park and dinosaurs at cinematic angles.
Use Shortcuts Often: F-keys on PC and D-pad shortcuts on controller can cut down your park management time dramatically.
Switch Seamlessly: The game automatically shifts control layouts when entering vehicles or helicopters, so stay alert for on-screen hints.
Whether you’re tranquilizing a runaway Tyrannosaurus or fine-tuning staff management, mastering key bindings in Jurassic World Evolution 3 will keep your park running efficiently. PC players benefit from precise keyboard commands, while controller users enjoy intuitive, quick-access inputs.
