Understanding the controls and user interface is crucial for seamless gameplay. Kiryu's movements are intuitive, but mastering combat requires quick reflexes. The UI provides vital information like your health, heat gauge, and mini-map. Pay attention to enemy health bars and your own Heat Gauge, as it dictates your access to powerful Heat Actions.

- Movement: Left Stick
- Camera: Right Stick
- Attack: Square (Light), Triangle (Heavy)
- Grab: Circle
- Dodge: X
- Guard: L1
- Heat Action: Triangle (when Heat Gauge is full and prompt appears)
- Change Style: D-Pad
- Map: Touchpad