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Master Doom controls: Learn what each button does, from firing weapons with Triangle to viewing the automap with Select.

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Master Doom controls: Learn what each button does, from firing weapons with Triangle to viewing the automap with Select.

Controls:

  1. Triangle: Fire Weapon.
  2. Circle: Open Doors, Activate Switches, etc.
  3. Square (held, while moving): Run.
  4. X (held, while moving): Strafe Run (move sideways while running).
  5. Up: Move Up.
  6. Down: Move Down.
  7. Left: Move Left.
  8. Right: Move Right.
  9. L1: Strafe Left (move sideways).
  10. R1: Strafe Right (move sideways).
  11. R2: Switch Weapon Forward.
  12. L2: Switch Weapon Backward.
  13. Pause: Pauses Game.
  14. Select: Views Automap (minimap (the small circular map in the bottom-left corner of your screen)). Press Select again to return to First Person mode.
Tips
  • Holding Square or X while moving allows for faster traversal and evasion.
  • Use L1 and R1 for precise sideways movement, essential for dodging attacks.
  • Familiarize yourself with R2 and L2 for quick weapon switching during intense combat.
  • The Select button is crucial for navigation, allowing you to view the automap (minimap) at any time.

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