Get a grip on Dark Souls III: The Ringed City! This guide breaks down every PS4, Xbox One, and PC control, so you can master movement, combat, and item use like a pro.
Alright, Ashen One, let's get you moving and fighting effectively in The Ringed City. The controls here are pretty similar to past Souls games, with a few nods to Bloodborne's mechanics. Understanding these buttons is key to survival, so let's break down exactly what each one does on your chosen platform.
We've got the full rundown for PS4, Xbox One, and PC below. Don't worry if it looks like a lot at first; you'll get the hang of it quickly once you're in the thick of it.
| PS4 | Xbox One | PC | Description |
| W, A, S, D | Character movement | ||
| - | Camera movement | ||
| Arrow Keys | Up: Switch equipped spells Down: Switch consumable Left/Right: Switch equipped weapons | ||
| E | Interact | ||
| Space | When pressing direction: Roll, Sprint (Hold) When not pressing direction: Backstep | ||
| R | Use consumable | ||
| F | When near an action: Change action (read message, examine, etc) Duel-wield right-handed weapon Duel-wield left-handed weapon (Hold) | ||
| Right Click | When equipped: Attack with left-handed weapon When duel-wielding: Guard with right-handed weapon (Hold) | ||
| Left Click | When equipped: Attack with right-handed weapon When pressing forward: Kick | ||
| Shift + Right Click | Parry When duel-wielded: Weapon skill attack | ||
| Shift + Left Click | When equipped: Strong attack with right-handed weapon | ||
| Space | When dashing: Jump | ||
| Q | When enemy is nearby: Lock-on When enemy is not nearby: Resets Camera | ||
| Esc | Open menu | ||
| G | Open gesture menu |
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