Change the key names to whatever you prefer. Key names follow SDL2 virtual key codes (e.g., "Space" , "W" , "LShift" , "PageUp" ). Example – a better layout for an FPS game:
If you prefer to stick with the standard Xenia build, you can use an external program that sits between your keyboard/mouse and the emulator. These programs simulate an Xbox 360 controller, which Xenia recognizes perfectly. xenia emulator keyboard controls
Xenia is primarily designed for use with (like Xbox 360 or Xbox One controllers). While it does not have a native, easy-to-use menu for remapping keyboard controls, you can set them up by manually editing the configuration file or using third-party tools. 1. Native Keyboard Configuration (Config File) Change the key names to whatever you prefer
Manually editing configuration files for every game can become tedious. Xenia Manager is a dedicated frontend that simplifies this process. It allows you to automatically download Canary updates, apply game patches, and—most importantly—adjust configuration settings on a per-game basis without touching the .toml files directly. These programs simulate an Xbox 360 controller, which
[ "Key::LShift.With(Key::W)", "Button::LB" ]