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Controls: Gameplay
Horizon Zero Dawn

Controls: Gameplay

Learn the essential controls for Horizon Zero Dawn, including movement, combat, and menu navigation. Master the analog sticks, D-pad, and face buttons to dominate the wilds.

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Learn the essential controls for Horizon Zero Dawn, including movement, combat, and menu navigation. Master the analog sticks, D-pad, and face buttons to dominate the wilds.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Use the Left Analog Stick to control Aloy's movement.
  2. 2
    Use the Right Analog Stick to control the camera.
  3. 3
    Press L3 to make Aloy sprint.
  4. 4
    Press R3 to toggle Focus Mode, which highlights enemies and interactive elements.
  5. 5
    Press X to make Aloy jump or accelerate your mount.
  6. 6
    While sprinting, press Square to make Aloy slide. Press Square again to toggle crouch.
  7. 7
    Press Triangle to interact with objects and characters.
  8. 8
    Press Circle to perform a dodge roll or slow your mount.
  9. 9
    Press the Options button to open the Options Menu.
  10. 10
    Press the Touchpad to open the main Menu. Touch the Touchpad to show the HUD and Objectives.
  11. 11
    Use the Left and Right D-Pad to cycle through your equipped Tools and Traps.
  12. 12
    Press the Down D-Pad to use the currently selected Tool or Trap.
  13. 13
    Press the Up D-Pad to use the Medicine Pouch.
  14. 14
    Hold the L1 button to open the Weapon Wheel.
  15. 15
    Hold the L2 button to aim your equipped weapon.
  16. 16
    While aiming, press R1 to perform a light melee attack or reload your weapon.
  17. 17
    While aiming, press R2 to perform a heavy melee attack or fire your weapon.
Tips
  • Combining the dodge roll (Circle) with movement can help you evade enemy attacks effectively.
  • Using Focus Mode (R3) is crucial for identifying weak points on machines and planning your approach.
  • Quickly switching between traps (D-Pad) and weapons (L1) is key to adapting to different combat situations.

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