Understanding the control scheme is paramount to effectively interacting with the world of Fahrenheit. The game primarily uses a combination of keyboard and mouse for navigation and interaction, though gamepad support is also robust. Here's a breakdown of the default PC controls:
- Movement: W, A, S, D keys for forward, left, backward, and right movement respectively.
- Camera Control: Mouse movement controls the camera. Right-click to reset camera behind the character.
- Interaction: Left-click on highlighted objects or characters to interact. Context-sensitive actions will appear as icons.
- Quick Time Events (QTEs): During action sequences, on-screen prompts will appear. You must press the corresponding arrow keys (or gamepad buttons) in sequence and within the time limit. Failure can lead to negative consequences or even death.
- Mental Health Menu: Press 'Tab' to access the character's mental health menu, where you can see their current state and available actions to improve it.
- Inventory: Press 'I' to open your inventory and view collected items.
- Pause Menu: Press 'Esc' to pause the game and access options, save/load, and quit.
Familiarize yourself with these controls before diving into the game's more intense sequences. Practice interacting with objects in the initial tutorial-like areas to get a feel for the responsiveness.