Is Wolfenstein 3D via ECWolf free?

ECWolf is free, but the original game data it runs is commercial.

Where should I install Wolfenstein 3D via ECWolf from?

Install ECWolf from its official source, then point it at a legally owned Wolfenstein 3D or supported-game data folder.

What platforms support Wolfenstein 3D via ECWolf?

Windows, macOS and Linux builds are supported by the ECWolf project.

Does Wolfenstein 3D via ECWolf support mods?

Yes. ECWolf is explicitly designed for mod authoring and community missions; PlayBound tracks only packages with clear requirements.

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Wolfenstein 3D via ECWolf controls

Default bindings for every input method Wolfenstein 3D via ECWolf supports. These are the game's own defaults — anything you have remapped will differ.

Mouse & keyboard

Default keyboard and mouse bindings.

Movement — Mouse & keyboard
Action	Default input
Move	`W, A, S, D`
Run	`Shift`

Camera — Mouse & keyboard
Action	Default input
Look / turn	`Mouse`

Combat — Mouse & keyboard
Action	Default input
Fire	`Left Mouse`
Switch weapons	`1–0 / Mouse Wheel`

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Interaction — Mouse & keyboard
Action	Default input
Use / open	`E / Space`

Interface — Mouse & keyboard
Action	Default input
Map	`Tab`

Controller

Default gamepad layout, using the standard face-button names.

ECWolf gamepad bindings are fully configurable.

Movement — Controller
Action	Default input
Move / look	`Left / Right Stick`
Run	`Left Trigger`

Combat — Controller
Action	Default input
Fire	`Right Trigger`
Switch weapons	`Bumpers`

Interaction — Controller
Action	Default input
Use / open	`A / Cross`

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