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Basic Controls — The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me Guide
The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me

Basic Controls — The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me Guide

Master The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me's controls. Learn all button prompts, actions, and how to navigate the Murder Hotel with our comprehensive guide.

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Basic Controls — The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me Guide

Master The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me's controls. Learn all button prompts, actions, and how to navigate the Murder Hotel with our comprehensive guide.

This guide covers the basic controls and actions you'll need to survive the horrors of The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me. Understanding these mechanics is crucial for making the right decisions and navigating the treacherous Murder Hotel.

As you progress through the game, you will encounter various prompts on screen that require specific inputs. These range from quick-time events (QTEs) to movement and interaction prompts.

ActionButton/Prompt
MovementLeft Analog Stick
Camera ControlRight Analog Stick
InteractX Button (PlayStation) / A Button (Xbox)
RunHold Left Analog Stick and press X Button (PlayStation) / A Button (Xbox)
LookHold Right Analog Stick
InventoryTouchpad (PlayStation) / View Button (Xbox)
Character MenuOptions Button (PlayStation) / Menu Button (Xbox)
Quick Time Events (QTEs)Context-sensitive button presses (e.g., Mash X, Hold Circle, Swipe Up)
HideCircle Button (PlayStation) / B Button (Xbox)
Use ItemContext-sensitive
Dialogue ChoicesNavigate with Left Analog Stick, select with X Button (PlayStation) / A Button (Xbox)

Pay close attention to on-screen prompts, as failure to execute them correctly can lead to dire consequences for your characters. Some actions may require precise timing or rapid button presses.

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