Turnarchist is turn-based, like chess!
Monsters only move when you do, so take your time deciding what to do next.
Turnarchist is a roguelike, which means:All progress is lost upon death.
Movement and attacking: Arrow Keys or WASD
Mouse movement: Left click in a direction to step; hold click to keep moving
Inventory: I or clicking the Inventory button (bottom-right)
Use / equip selected item: Space or left click an item in the quickbar/inventory
Drop item: Q or drag an item outside the inventory UI
Quickbar select: 1–5, or cycle with , / . (mouse wheel also cycles)
Map: M or click the minimap to open the full map
Context menu (actions/examine): Right click
Close menus: Esc
Chat: C (or /)
Zoom in/out: + / -
On a phone/tablet? See the mobile controls guide.