This is a guide to the controller layout and button configuration for Elden Ring for the PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X and S, Xbox One, and PC. Read on to learn about the controls and keybinds for movement, combat, and more!
| PlayStation | XBox |
|---|---|
 |
 |
| Button | Action |
|---|---|
| ← | Switch left-hand armament |
| → | Switch right-hand armament |
| ↑ | Switch sorcery / incantation |
| ↓ | Switch item |
| △ / Y | Event Action (Examine, Open, etc.) |
| ⭘ / B | Backstep / Dodge Roll / Dash |
| ✖ / A | Jump |
| ☐ / X | Use item |
| Hold down △ / Y + L1 / LB or L2 / LT | Switch between one-handed and two-handed left-hand armaments |
| Hold down △ / Y + R1 / RB or R2 / RT | Switch between one-handed and two-handed right-hand armaments |
| Left Stick | Movement |
| Right Stick | Move Camera / Change Target |
| L3 / L | Crouch / Stand up |
| R3 / R | Reset Camera / Lock-On / Remove Target |
| L1 / LB | Guard (Left Hand Armament) |
| L2 / LT | Skill |
| R1 / RB | Attack (Right hand & Two-Handed Armament) |
| R2 / RT | Strong Attack (Right hand & Two-Handed Armament) |
| Press and hold R2 / RT | Charge Attack |
| Options / Menu | Main Menu |
| Touchpad / View | Map |
| PlayStation | XBox |
|---|---|
 |
 |
| Button | Action |
|---|---|
| ← | Switch left-hand armament |
| → | Switch right-hand armament |
| ↑ | Switch sorcery / incantation |
| ↓ | Switch item |
| △ / Y | Event Action (Examine, Open, etc.) / HUD |
| ⭘ / B | Dash |
| ✖ / A | Jump / Press twice: Double Jump |
| ☐ / X | Use item |
| Hold down △ / Y + L1 / LB or L2 / LT | Switch to left-hand armament |
| Hold down △ / Y + R1 / RB or R2 / RT | Switch to right-hand armament |
| Left Stick | Movement |
| Right Stick | Camera Control |
| L3 / L | Get down from the horse |
| R3 / R | Target selection / Release / Camera reset |
| L1 / LB | Attack to the left (Normal Attack) |
| L2 / LT | Attack to the left (Strong Attack) |
| Press and hold L2 / LT | Charge Attack |
| R1 / RB | Attack to the right (Normal Attack) / Use magic |
| R2 / RT | Attack to the right (Strong Attack) |
| Press and hold R2 / RT | Charge Attack |
| Options / Menu | Main Menu |
| Touchpad / View | Map |
Players will be able to use the controller of their preference using Steam's controller settings. Simply open the Steam launcher, then click on Steam, Settings, Controller, then General Controller Settings to customize your controller of choice.
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