Valley Prison keybinds control essential gameplay actions in the Roblox role-play experience, ranging from firearm manipulation and tactical radio comms to inventory dropping and emergency alarms. While default PC bindings handle standard movement and combat, players can also rebind personal keys directly in the in-game settings menu.
Complete Valley Prison PC Keybinds
Default controls in Valley Prison (updated through V3) depend on whether you are navigating the facility, holding a firearm, or using team equipment.
| Action | Default Keybind | Notes and Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Move Character | W, A, S, D | Standard directional movement |
| Sprint / Run | Left Shift | Consumes stamina; cannot sprint when stamina reaches 0 |
| Interact | E or F | Hold E (5 seconds) with a Toolbox to repair damaged vents |
| Fire Weapon | Left Mouse Button | Equipped weapon only |
| Aim Weapon (Hold) | Right Mouse Button | Standard aim-down-sights while holding the button |
| Aim Weapon (Toggle) | Q | Toggles aim without needing to hold down mouse buttons |
| Reload Firearm | R | Reloads equipped weapon magazine |
| Change Firing Mode | V | Cycles between AUTO, SEMI, and BURST depending on weapon capability |
| Toggle Laser Attachment | G | Functional only if a laser sight attachment is equipped |
| Toggle Flashlight Attachment | T | Functional only if a tactical light is mounted on the firearm |
| Safe Weapon Position | H | Lowers firearm into a safe carry position |
| Drop Held Item | Z or Backspace | Drops current item; restricted on certain team-locked weapons/gear |
| Panic Button | P | Triggers panic alert if enabled in settings; also manages members |
| Toggle Radio | Y | Shows or hides the Department of Corrections / team radio interface |
| Hotmic Radio | T | Broadcasts voice or rapid radio transmissions |
| Radio Units / Member List | U | Views team units and active members |
| Teams Menu | Tab | Shows or hides the team selection overview |
| Open In-Game Console | ; or ' | Available exclusively to Donator+ ranks |
| Roblox Developer Console | F9 | Opens the default Roblox client log window |
Firearm and Combat Control Mechanics
Firearms in Valley Prison feature specific handling inputs that differ from standard Roblox shooters:
- Aiming: You can either hold the Right Mouse Button for traditional ADS (aim down sights) or press Q to toggle aiming. Toggling allows steady tracking during sustained engagements.
- Weapon Safety (H): Pressing H places your firearm into a safe carry position. This is frequently used during roleplay encounters when law enforcement personnel need their weapon drawn without actively pointing it at inmates.
- Fire Modes (V): Pressing V cycles available firing modes. Certain firearms, such as high-tier assault rifles or submachine guns, support full auto, burst, and semi-automatic modes, while standard pistols remain semi-automatic.
- Attachments (G and T): Weapon attachments are modular in V3. If your weapon build includes an underbarrel laser, press G to activate it. If equipped with a light, pressing T toggles illumination.
Dropping Items and Weapons
To transfer items or drop an equipped tool on the ground, press Z or Backspace. Inmates frequently use this binding to pass contraband, screwdrivers, or stolen keycards through utility vents and restricted access corridors.
Certain items cannot be dropped due to team restrictions. Department of Corrections security personnel, for instance, cannot drop standard-issue law enforcement weapons to prevent inmates from easily acquiring armory gear through friendly handoffs.
Surrender Emotes and Chat Commands
Valley Prison includes built-in text commands and roleplay emotes entered directly through the standard chat window:
- /e hands or /hands: Raises your hands in surrender. While hands are raised, you cannot equip weapons or tools. Typing the command again lowers your hands.
- /e surrender: Places hands behind your head in a full surrender stance.
- /e ease: Places hands behind your back, matching the stance used when being handcuffed.
- /e lean: Plays a crossed-arms leaning animation.
- /drop or /d: Chat command alternative to pressing Z or Backspace for dropping held tools.
- /votekick [username] or /vk [username]: Initiates a vote kick against a disruptive player.
- !help [reason] or !mod [reason]: Calls an active moderator to assist with server issues (has a 2-minute cooldown; misuse can lead to moderation bans).
- !timer [seconds]: Starts a local countdown timer in chat.
- !rejoin: Reconnects your client back into the same server.
Controller Keybinds and Setup
Playing Valley Prison on an Xbox or PlayStation controller requires manual setup for several core functions:
- Unbound Actions: In gameplay testing, controller users report that essential functions—particularly sprinting and reloading—are not always mapped automatically out of the box.
- Manual Mapping: Open the in-game settings menu, navigate to the compatibility or controls tab in the top corner, and manually bind buttons for running and reloading.
- Button Prompts: Displayed interface hints may sometimes show generic button prompts (such as an "X" prompt on PlayStation when the action actually responds to the Square button). If an interaction prompt fails, test the corresponding face buttons or assign custom bindings through the settings menu.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I drop a keycard or gun in Valley Prison?
Hold the item in your hand and press Z or Backspace on your keyboard. Alternatively, type /drop or /d into the chat bar. Note that certain team items cannot be dropped.
Can I change my keybinds in Valley Prison?
Yes. You can customize personal keybinds by accessing the settings menu inside the game and assigning your preferred inputs.
Why does my gun not shoot when I click?
Ensure your firearm is not set to the safe position (toggle H to ready your weapon) and check that your magazine is loaded by pressing R to reload.
How do I surrender to guards?
Type /e hands or /e surrender into the chat box. Your character will raise their hands and unequip any active tools or weapons.
