Controls & UI in Elden Ring Nightre
Mastering the controls and understanding the User Interface (UI) are paramount to survival in Elden Ring Nightre. The Lands Between is a dangerous place, and quick reactions are often the difference between victory and defeat. Familiarize yourself with your character's movement, combat actions, and the information displayed on your screen.
Core Controls (PlayStation Controller):
- Left Stick: Movement
- Right Stick: Camera Control
- L1: Left Hand Weapon Skill / Item Use
- L2: Right Hand Weapon Skill / Item Use
- R1: Right Hand Light Attack
- R2: Right Hand Heavy Attack
- L3 (Press Left Stick): Sprint / Roll (when moving)
- R3 (Press Right Stick): Lock-on Target
- X: Jump / Mount Dismount
- O: Dodge / Roll / Mount Dismount
- Triangle: Use Item / Two-Hand Weapon
- Square: Use Item / Equip Item
- D-Pad Up: Cycle Items
- D-Pad Down: Cycle Items
- D-Pad Left: Cycle Left Hand Equipment
- D-Pad Right: Cycle Right Hand Equipment
- Options Button: Menu / Pause
User Interface (UI) Elements:
| Element | Description |
|---|---|
| Health Bar (Red): | Indicates your current HP. Depletes when you take damage. Reaches zero, you die. |
| Stamina Bar (Green): | Used for attacking, dodging, sprinting, and blocking. Regenerates over time. Depletes quickly with continuous action. |
| FP Bar (Blue): | Focus Points, used for weapon skills and spells. Regenerates slowly or with Cerulean Flasks. |
| Equipped Items: | Shows your currently equipped weapons, shields, talismans, and armor. |
| Quick Item Slots: | Displays items assed to your D-Pad for quick access, such as Flasks of Crimson Tears and Flasks of Cerulean Tears. |
| Target Lock-on: | When locked on, an indicator appears around your target, keeping them centered on screen. |
| Status Effects: | Icons appear near your bars indicating active status effects like poison, scarlet rot, or frostbite. |
Pay close attention to your stamina bar; running out during combat can be fatal. Learning to manage your FP is also crucial for spellcasters and those who rely on weapon skills. The UI provides all the vital information you need to survive, so take the time to understand each component.