Troubleshoot Cyberpunk 2077 Key Binding Failed

Cyberpunk 2077 does not let you change your key binding set up? That’s an error code that drove many gamers mad. And that’s understandable, especially if you’re an ESDF gamer. Indeed, left-handed gamers will have a hard time playing the game on the WASD configuration.

As you all know, the Cyberpunk key binding is actually set by default on the WASD keys. But if you prefer using a different configuration, you may get the ‘Key Binding Failed‘ error when applying the changes.

So, if you haven’t given up on the game yet and did not ask for a refund, use the following workarounds to fix the key binding problem. Don’t forget to backup your game before you perform any troubleshooting steps. Keep a copy of the game file just in case.

How to Fix Key Binding Failed on Cyberpunk 2077

Method 1 – Update Cyberpunk

All arrow keys are bindable as of Cyberpunk Patch 1.06. In other words, every key, except for F, is bindable. That’s a very good piece of news for left-hand players.

So, the first thing you should do is update your game. If the problem persists, go to the next solution.

Method 2 – Change the Key in the Config File

1. Launch Steam and click on Library.
2. Locate Cyberpunk and right-click on it.
3. Then select Properties.
4. After that, click on the Local Files tab.
5. Select Browse Local Files.
6. Navigate to Cyberpunk 2077 and click r6.
7. Then select config and open the inputUserMappings.xml file. Use a simple text editor to do that.
8. Locate the IK_F key config. Replace it with the you want. To do that, replace the F with your key for choice. For example, replace IF_K with IF_L.
9. Apply the changes and restart Cyberpunk.

Method 3 – Use the User Settings File

1. Navigate to your Cyberpunk folder. For most users, the path to follow is this: C:\Users\YOU\Appdata\CDPR\CP77\Usersettings.json.
2. Open the UserSettings file with a text editor.
3. Locate the following key values:
   • IK_W
   • IK_A
   • IK_D
   • IK_S
4. Replace the W, A, S and S keys with the keys you want. For example, you can replace them with the navigation arrows. If you select this key configuration, at the end, you should have this layout:
   • IK_Up
   • IK_Left
   • IK_Right
   • IK_Down
5. Save the file and restart Cyberpunk.

Method 4 – Use a Script

Alternatively, you can also use a script such as AutoHotKey to use the set of keys you want. For example, you can use the following script:

; —————–
; Cyberpunk 2077
; —————–

#MaxHotkeysPerInterval 200

f::a
a::f
Tab::i

; Bind F9 to Shift+Tab for Stadia
F9::+Tab

; Bind F10 to Alt+Tab to Windows
F10::!Tab

That’s it! Happy gaming!

References:

• PSA How to bind the F key on PC.
• Cyberpunk2077 on PC via Stadia – Binding Failed changing key bindings.
• KEY REMAPPING.
• Cyberpunk 2077: Keys binding limitations on PC!?