Controller settings guide for Cult of the Lamb (CotL). See controller setups, keyboard & mouse layout, best settings, how to fix controller not working or detected, tips, and more!
Table of Contents
Default PC Keyboard & Mouse Controls
Gameplay
Action | Controls |
---|---|
Move Forward | W |
Move Backward | S |
Move Left | A |
Move Right | D |
Advance Dialogue | E or Left-Mouse Click |
Attack | K or Left-Mouse Click |
Heavy Attack | Shift Key |
Dodge Roll | Space |
Release Curse | L or Left-Mouse Click |
Use Relic | J or Mouse Wheel |
Fleece Ability | T |
Interact | E or Left-Mouse Click |
Interact 2 | R or Right Mouse Click |
Interact 3 | T |
Interact 4 | Y |
Cancel Fishing | F |
Place / Move / Upgrade | E or Left-Mouse Click |
Remove / Flip | R or Right Mouse Click |
Meditate | L |
Return to Cult | Q |
Bleat | B |
Track Quest | T |
Pause | Esc |
View Menu | Tab |
User Interface
Action | Controls |
---|---|
Navigate Up | W |
Navigate Down | S |
Navigate Left | A |
Navigate Right | D |
Change Tab Left | Q |
Change Tab Right | R |
Accept | E |
Cancel | F |
Cook | C |
Photo Mode
Action | Controls |
---|---|
Camera Focus In | C or Scroll Up Mouse Wheel |
Camera Focus Out | Z or Scroll Down Mouse Wheel |
Camera Height Up | E |
Camera Height Down | Q |
Camera Tilt Up | Hold Mouse Wheel Up |
Camera Tilt Up | Hold Mouse Wheel Down |
Take Photo | T |
Open Gallery / Open Photo Folder | R |
Save Photo | T |
Place Sticker | Left-Mouse Click |
Undo Sticker | T |
Clear Stickers | T |
Flip Sticker | R |
Rotate Sticker Right | E |
Rotate Sticker Left | Q |
Scale Sticker Up | Mouse Wheel Scroll Up |
Scale Sticker Down | Mouse Wheel Scroll Down |
You Can Change Keybinds
Browse through the list of actions and select the one you want to change. Press the new key you want to assign to that action and confirm.
Use Reset Binding To Change Back Settings
Press B to revert any changes to the key bindings layout and return to the default settings. Please note that when you use V or Reset All, this will change back the controls to default including all settings made, so choose carefully when doing so.
CotL Controller Settings
Layout A Default Controls
Actions | Control |
---|---|
-- | L2 |
Use Relic/Change Tab Left | L1 |
Move | L |
Track Quest | L3 |
Navigate Up | D-Pad Up |
Navigate Down | D-Pad Up Down |
Navigate Left | D-Pad Up Left |
Navigate Right | D-Pad Up Right |
Return To Cult | R2 |
Heavy Attack / Change Tab Right | R1 |
Interact / Advance Dialogue / Place / Move / Upgrade | X |
Interact 4 / Dodge Roll / Cancel Fishing / Cancel | O |
Attack / Interact 2 / Remove / Flip | □ |
Release Curse / Meditate / Interact 3 | △ |
Bleat / Fleece Ability | R3 |
Pause | Options |
View Menu | ▭ |
Layout A is the most basic setting that goes with the PS default controls that uses X as the confirm button and Circle as cancel.
Layout B Default Controls
Actions | Control |
---|---|
-- | L2 |
Use Relic/Change Tab Left | L1 |
Move | L |
Track Quest | L3 |
Navigate Up | D-Pad Up |
Navigate Down | D-Pad Up Down |
Navigate Left | D-Pad Up Left |
Navigate Right | D-Pad Up Right |
Return To Cult | R2 |
Heavy Attack / Change Tab Right | R1 |
Interact / Advance Dialogue / Place / Move / Upgrade | X |
Interact 4 / Dodge Roll / Cancel Fishing / Cancel | O |
Attack / Interact 2 / Remove / Flip | □ |
Release Curse / Meditate / Interact 3 | △ |
Bleat / Fleece Ability | R3 |
Pause | Options |
View Menu | ▭ |
Layout B introduces the dodge roll as a more prominent action, which can be crucial for evading attacks during combat. Use this setup if you prioritize combat.
Layout C Default Controls
Actions | Control |
---|---|
Release Curse | L2 |
Dodge Roll / Change Tab Left | L1 |
Move | L |
Track Quest | L3 |
Navigate Up | D-Pad Up |
Navigate Down | D-Pad Up Down |
Navigate Left | D-Pad Up Left |
Navigate Right | D-Pad Up Right |
Attack | R2 |
Use Relic / Change Tab Right | R1 |
Interact / Advance Dialogue / Place / Move / Upgrade | X |
Interact 4 / Cancel Fishing / Cancel | O |
Interact 2 / Remove / Flip / Heavy Attack | □ |
Meditate / Interact 3 / Return to Cult | △ |
Bleat / Fleece Ability | R3 |
Pause | Options |
View Menu | ▭ |
Layout C uses the trigger buttons to attack. This may be more for players who are used to playing FPS games.
Which Layout Should You Choose?
Each layout offers unique advantages depending on the player's preferred style. Layout A is great for balanced gameplay, Layout B enhances combat, while Layout C has FPS style controls. You may choose based on their comfort level or specific game scenarios, and experimenting with different layouts can lead to discovering the most effective control scheme for individual playstyles.
Custom Control Layout
You can also customize your controllers' layout mapping to suit your personal preferences and enhance your gaming experience. This feature allows you to remap buttons and create unique control schemes tailored to your playstyle.
How to Change Controller Settings
Open Menu
In the Cult of the Lamb, you can change control settings in the Main Menu at the start of the game.
You Can Also Change Control Settings In-Game
You can also change the control settings in-game. Press Esc on PC or the Pause (▭) button on controllers to open the Settings tab during gameplay.
Switch Between Controller & Keyboard Settings
Controller | Keyboard |
---|---|
Press any button while on the Controls tab to switch between Controller and Mouse & Keyboard settings.
Controller Support
How to Fix Controller Not Working or Detected
Always connect your controller before launching the game. CotL can recognize controllers at startup, so plugging it in beforehand ensures it is detected properly.
Make Sure To Check Controller Connections
Ensure that your controller is securely connected to your device. If it’s a wired controller, try using a different USB port. For wireless controllers, make sure they are properly paired and have sufficient battery life.
Recommended Guides
Early Game Guide | Hunger Guide |
Best Weapons | Best Doctrines |