Get a grip on Call of Duty: WWII! Learn PS4 & Xbox controls, understand Red Daniels' journey, and master shooting and cover mechanics for a smooth ride through the campaign.
Alright, let's get you squared away with the basics for Call of Duty: WWII. Think of this as your quick-start guide before diving into the action. We'll cover how to move, shoot, and generally survive the battlefield. Don't worry, it's pretty straightforward, especially if you've played shooters before.
For the most part, you'll be playing as Ronald "Red" Daniels, a soldier fighting his way through 11 intense levels. It's a pretty linear experience, so don't stress about getting lost – the game guides you pretty well. The main goal is simple: shoot Nazis, move forward, and try to stay alive. There are some collectibles, 33 Mementos in total, but even finding those won't take you too far off the beaten path.
Your best friends in this game are your guns and the ammo you'll find scattered around. The core gameplay loop is "shoot the bad guys, move forward." The most crucial skills to develop are good aim and smart use of cover. You can hide behind all sorts of objects, and if the cover is the right height, you can even aim over it to take shots without exposing yourself. Seriously, use cover whenever you can – it's way better than standing out in the open.
Here are the default controls for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. PC players can find their mappings in the pause menu.
PS4 Controls
| Button | Action |
| Left analog stick | Move character |
| Right analog stick | Move camera |
| Directional Buttons | Activate Squad Ability |
| X | Jump |
| O | Duck |
| O (HOLD) | Go prone |
| Triangle | Switch weapon |
| Square | Reload |
| R2 | Fire/shoot |
| R1 | Throw frag grenade |
| L2 | Aim down sights |
| L1 | Throw tactical grenade |
| R3 (press) | Melee attack |
| L3 (hold) | Sprint |
| Options | Pause game, bring up menu |
Xbox One Controls
| Button | Action |
| Left analog stick | Move character |
| Right analog stick | Move camera |
| Directional Buttons | Activate Squad Ability |
| A | Jump |
| B | Duck |
| B (HOLD) | Go prone |
| Y | Switch weapon |
| X | Reload |
| Right Trigger | Fire/shoot |
| Right Button | Throw frag grenade |
| Left Trigger | Aim down sights |
| Left Button | Throw tactical grenade |
| Right analog stick (push in) | Melee attack |
| Left analog stick (push in) | Sprint |
| Menu | Pause game, bring up menu |
That's the gist of it! Keep your aim steady, use cover like your life depends on it (because it does!), and you'll be just fine. Have fun out there!
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