Elden Ring has a myriad of settings that can be altered to tailor the gaming experience to the player’s preferences. One such setting, the ability to display controller buttons instead of keyboard keys, can be immensely helpful for those who prefer using a gamepad to navigate the vast world of the Lands Between. Whether you’re a seasoned controller user or simply seeking a more immersive experience, this guide will provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to easily change the Elden Ring settings to show controller buttons, allowing you to fully embrace the intuitive controls designed for a gamepad.
To begin, navigate to the main menu of Elden Ring and select “System.” Within the “System” menu, scroll down to the “Game Settings” tab, where you’ll find a range of options related to the game’s mechanics and visuals. Locate the “Display Button Type” setting, which by default is set to “Auto.” Clicking on this setting will present you with two options: “Keyboard/Mouse” and “Controller.” Select “Controller” to ensure that the game consistently displays the appropriate controller buttons on-screen, regardless of your current input device.
Once you’ve made this change, all in-game prompts, menus, and button mappings will be displayed using the familiar controller button icons. This eliminates the need to memorize keyboard shortcuts or constantly refer to a controller button mapping chart, allowing you to focus on the action and immerse yourself fully in the world of Elden Ring. Whether you’re battling formidable bosses, exploring hidden underground dungeons, or simply traversing the vast landscapes, the clear and intuitive controller button prompts will enhance your gameplay experience and make your journey through the Lands Between even more enjoyable.
Select “Controls”
To access the game’s control settings, start by selecting the gear-shaped “Options” icon in the upper-right corner of the main menu. From there, navigate to the “Controls” tab.
Change Button Prompts to Show Controller Buttons
Within the “Controls” tab, locate the “Button Display” option under the “Display Settings” section. By default, this option is set to “Auto,” which displays button prompts based on the input device you’re currently using. For example, if you’re using a keyboard, you’ll see keyboard keys; if you’re using a controller, you’ll see controller buttons.
To change the button prompts to always show controller buttons, regardless of the input device, follow these steps:
- Select the “Button Display” option.
- A list of options will appear, including “Auto,” “Keyboard,” and “Controller.” Select “Controller.”
- The button prompts will now always display controller buttons, even if you’re using a different input device.
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Auto | Displays button prompts based on the input device being used. |
| Keyboard | Displays button prompts for the keyboard. |
| Controller | Displays button prompts for a controller. |
Toggle “Display Input Guide”
The Display Input Guide setting in Elden Ring allows you to display the controller buttons on the screen during gameplay. This can be helpful for new players or those who are unfamiliar with the game’s controls. To toggle this setting:
- Open the Settings menu by pressing the Start button.
- Select the “System” tab.
- Scroll down to the “Display Input Guide” setting.
- Toggle the setting to “On” or “Off” as desired.
When the Display Input Guide setting is turned on, controller buttons will be displayed on the screen during gameplay. The buttons will be displayed in the lower left corner of the screen by default, but you can change their position by selecting the “Input Guide Position” setting in the System tab of the Settings menu. You can also customize the size and opacity of the controller buttons by selecting the “Input Guide Scale” and “Input Guide Opacity” settings, respectively.
Changing the Position of the Input Guide
To change the position of the Input Guide, select the “Input Guide Position” setting in the System tab of the Settings menu. You can choose from four different positions:
| Position | Description |
|---|---|
| Default | Displays the Input Guide in the lower left corner of the screen. |
| Top Left | Displays the Input Guide in the upper left corner of the screen. |
| Top Right | Displays the Input Guide in the upper right corner of the screen. |
| Bottom Right | Displays the Input Guide in the lower right corner of the screen. |
Once you have selected a position, the Input Guide will be displayed in that position during gameplay.
Changing the Scale and Opacity of the Input Guide
To change the scale and opacity of the Input Guide, select the “Input Guide Scale” and “Input Guide Opacity” settings in the System tab of the Settings menu. You can use the slider bars to adjust the scale and opacity of the Input Guide. A higher scale value will make the Input Guide larger, while a higher opacity value will make the Input Guide more visible.
Change Button Prompts to "Controller"
To display controller buttons instead of keyboard keys in Elden Ring, follow these steps:
1. Access the Settings Menu
From the main menu or in-game, press the “Start” or “Options” button on your controller to open the Settings menu.
2. Navigate to the Interface Tab
Use the left or right bumper buttons to navigate to the “Interface” tab in the Settings menu.
3. Find the Button Prompts Option
Scroll down to the “Button Prompts” option in the Interface tab.
4. Select “Controller”
Use the D-pad or joystick to select the “Controller” option.
5. Advanced Button Customization (Optional)
If you wish to customize the controller button layout further, here’s a table with the default keybindings and some potential alternatives:
| Default | Alternative |
|---|---|
| L1 | L2, LB, or ZL |
| R1 | R2, RB, or ZR |
| Triangle | Square, Cross, or Y |
| Circle | Triangle, Cross, or X |
| Square | Triangle, Circle, or B |
| Cross | Square, Circle, or A |
Once you have made your desired changes, press the “Save” button at the bottom of the Interface tab to apply the settings and return to the game.
Customize Button Settings (Optional)
For players seeking a more personalized control experience, Elden Ring provides the option to customize button configurations. Here’s how to do it:
- Open the in-game menu by pressing the Start button.
- Select the “System” tab.
- Scroll down to the “Controls” section.
- Select “Key Bindings” or “Controller Bindings” (depending on your input device).
- Navigate to the specific action or command you want to rebind.
- Press the desired button on your controller or keyboard to assign it. The current binding will be displayed beside the action.
Advanced Button Customization
Elden Ring offers advanced customization options for controller buttons. Players can adjust:
- Input Type: Choose between “Press” (action triggered when button is pressed) or “Hold” (action sustained while button is held).
- Trigger Type: Configure the input to register as a “Normal Trigger” (press once to trigger) or “Rapid Trigger” (multiple trigger activations per second).
- Key Binding Scope: Specify whether the rebinding applies globally throughout the game or only to a specific scenario or menu.
These advanced settings provide granular control over button functionality, enabling players to optimize their setups for specific playstyles or preferences.
| Input Type | Trigger Type | Key Binding Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Press | Normal Trigger | Global |
| Hold | Rapid Trigger | Menu Only |
| Toggle | Toggle Trigger | Scenario-Specific |
Check In-Game Button Prompts
By default, Elden Ring displays keyboard buttons prompts, even if you’re playing with a controller. To switch to controller buttons prompts, follow these steps:
1. Open the Start menu by pressing the Start button on your controller.
2. Select “Settings” from the menu.
3. In the “Settings” menu, select “Controls.”
4. In the “Controls” menu, scroll down to the “Display Settings” section.
5. Change the “Button Prompts” setting to “Controller.”
6. Exit the menu to save your changes.
Additional Tips
If you’re still seeing keyboard button prompts in-game, try the following:
- Make sure that your controller is properly connected to your PC.
- Restart Elden Ring.
- Verify the game files through Steam.
| Keyboard | Controller |
|---|---|
| W, A, S, D | Left Analog Stick |
| Spacebar | A |
| Shift | B |
| E | Y |
