Here is the breakdown of the default controls:

Here is the standard default layout:

While the game was designed primarily for analog sticks and triggers, playing WWE 2K17 on a keyboard is entirely viable—provided you understand the default mapping and are willing to rebind a few keys for efficiency. Whether you are playing on a low-end laptop or simply prefer the precision of a mouse, this comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about WWE 2K17 PC controls using a keyboard.

WWE 2K17 uses a circle mini-game for submissions where you chase the opponent's meter with your own.

Have a different key mapping that works better? Drop your layout in the comments below!

The dreaded "rotate the stick" minigame is a nightmare on keyboard. Instead of spinning a thumbstick, you have to rapidly tap a sequence of arrow keys. You will lose to Daniel Bryan every single time. Pro tip: Bind "Up/Down/Left/Right" for submissions to a single row like R/T/Y/F so you can slide your finger across them.

Grappling in WWE 2K17 is context-sensitive. To perform different moves: : Press L while standing near an opponent.

These are the primary keys you will use during a standard match: : W , A , S , D Strike : Square equivalent →right arrow K Grapple : Cross equivalent →right arrow L Reversal : Triangle equivalent →right arrow I (Timing is critical for this key) Irish Whip/Pin : Circle equivalent →right arrow O Signature / Finisher : K + L (Press simultaneously)

Disable "Hold to Reverse" in the Gameplay settings. Change it to "Tap to Reverse." This makes the keyboard viable because you can hammer the reversal key repeatedly rather than holding it.