Controls & Movement — Stray Guide

Get a grip on Stray! Learn the essential controls and movement mechanics to navigate the world and interact with your environment like a pro.

Alright, let's get you moving in Stray! This first chapter, 'Inside The Wall,' is basically your tutorial. It's where you'll learn all the basic moves you'll need to get around this cool world. Think of it as getting comfortable with your paws before the real adventure begins.

You start off with your cat family. After a little nap, you'll follow your friends down through the pipes and platforms. This is your first taste of exploration, and the game will start showing you how to interact with things. You'll learn to crawl under tight spaces, scratch on trees (because, well, you're a cat!), and even take a drink from puddles. If you ever feel a bit lost or like you've strayed too far, just give a meow! It helps you find your buddies and get back on track.

Things get a bit dicey when you reach a loose pipe. Your friends make it across easily, but as you try, the pipe gets wobbly. You'll slip and have to hang on for dear life. Unfortunately, you won't make it across and will end up taking a tumble down into a sewer system. Don't worry, it's part of the learning process! You'll limp a bit from the fall, but then a mysterious door opens with a bright red light. Step inside, and you'll find yourself face-to-face with your first real challenge: a couple of Zurks.

Good to know:

• This first chapter is super chill. You can't actually die here, and you won't be collecting any memories yet because you haven't met B-12. It's all about getting a feel for the game.
• You'll get the 'Missed Jump' achievement after you fall into the sewer and go through that big door.
• The music for this chapter is called 'Inside the Wall,' which is pretty fitting!