Changing the default keyboard layout

[LANS]

Is it possible to change the default keybindings that ships with the installer? Has this even been discussed at length before?

I acknowledge that it might not be a good idea because it may not be feasible to change the key layout for the training missions, and that even if the community decides to change the default keybindings there will be no consensus on what the keybindings should be.

I'm willing to put time into this project if it is possible, as I think figuring out a good basic keyboard layout from which new players could more easily customize their controls would be a huge help in newb retention.

In my own experience, I've completely remapped my keys three times as I got to know the game better and learn which actions I needed most, not to mention however many small changes I've made. A good default layout would have been extremely helpful as a new player.

Opinions?

[FreeBeer]

Yes, there has been discussion on this. Some rather recently, too.

[notjarvis]

Further reading...

http://www.freeallegiance.org/forums/index...7&hl=layout

http://www.freeallegiance.org/forums/index...9&hl=layout

http://www.freeallegiance.org/forums/index...amp;hl=keyboard