Controls

Learn all the controls for Silent Hill f! Master movement, combat, inventory, and map navigation with this comprehensive button guide.

Alright, let's get you familiar with how to move around and interact with the world in Silent Hill f. It's pretty straightforward once you know what each button does, so let's break it down.

First up, the basic in-game controls. These are what you'll be using most of the time when you're exploring or in a tense situation.

In-Game Control	Function
L1 / R1	Side Step
L2	Search View
R2	Aim Weapon
X	Attack / Decide / Search
Square	Run / Cancel
Triangle	Look at Map
Circle	Turn Flashlight On / Off
Start	Pause / Skip Cutscenes
Select	Pause Game
R1 + L1	180 degree turn

The 180-degree turn with R1 + L1 is super handy for quickly facing a threat or just getting your bearings. Don't forget about it!

Next, let's look at the Map screen. Knowing how to navigate this will save you a lot of backtracking.

Map Control	Function
X	Zoom In / Out
Square	Leave Map
Triangle	Leave Map
Start	Zoom In / Out
Select	No Use
D-Pad	Change Floors
Right Analog	Change Floors

You can use either the D-Pad or the Right Analog stick to switch between floors on the map, which is great for understanding multi-level areas. And when you're done, Square or Triangle will get you back to the game.

Finally, the Inventory screen. Managing your items is key, so here's how you do that.

Inventory Control	Function
X	Select
Square	Cancel
Triangle	Cancel
Start	Select
Circle	Cancel
L1 - L2 - R1 - R2	No Use
D-Pad	Choose
Right Analog	No Use
Left Analog	Choose

You'll use the D-Pad or Left Analog stick to scroll through your items, and X to select them. Square, Triangle, or Circle are your go-to buttons for backing out of menus.

That covers all the essential controls. Practice them a bit, and you'll be navigating Silent Hill f like a pro in no time!