Saints Row 2022: Controls for All Platforms

This guide page for Saints Row offers a comprehensive overview of the controls available on PC, PS, and Xbox.

Here you will find all the control buttons with explanations of their actions. Additionally, we have included information on adjusting controls through various settings.

PS4 and PS5
Xbox One, Xbox Series S, and Xbox Series X
Additional Control Settings

PS4 and PS5

On-Foot Movement

	Move
	Sprint
	Look Around
	Kick
	Jump/Climb Wingsuit (In the Air)
	Dodge (Tilt Stick in Desired Direction)
	Reload Weapon
	Interact Enter Vehicle
	Aim Strong Attack (Melee)
	Shoot Melee Attack
	Weapon Selection Wheel (Hold Button and Select Weapon with Analog Stick)
	Skill Activation (Hold Button and Press Second Button for Desired Skill)
	Photo Mode
	Emote
	Crouch (Replaces Traditional Cover System)
	Emote
	Smartphone Map (Hold Button)
	Pause Menu Mission Menu (Hold Button)

Vehicle Controls

	Vehicle Controls
	Horn
	Look Around
	Look Backward
	Drift (Hold Button) Acrobatics in the Air
	Boost (Requires Upgrade)
	Sideswipe (Move Stick to Left or Right) Reload Weapon (as Passenger) The following table displays the controls for different vehicles in the game. The HTML formatting includes headers and paragraphs, and the images are not to be removed or altered. The first table shows controls for ground vehicles, including the ability to exit the vehicle, accelerate, brake, shoot, and select weapons. There are also controls for burning rubber, changing the radio station, swapping seats, and using the smartphone or map. The second table shows controls for flying vehicles, such as increasing or lowering flight altitude, using the main gun, and rotating left or right. The controls for moving on foot are also listed, including movement, sprinting, kicking, jumping, and dodging.
	Reload your weapon
	Interact with objects Enter vehicles
	Aim your weapon Use a strong melee attack
	Shoot your weapon Use a melee attack
	Open the weapon selection wheel (hold down the button and select a weapon with the analog stick)
	Activate a skill (hold down the button and press the second button for the desired skill)
	Access Photo Mode
	Use an emote
	Crouch (replaces traditional cover system)
	Use an emote
	Access your smartphone View the map (hold the button)
	Access the pause menu Access the mission menu (hold the button)

Using Vehicles

	Control your vehicle
	Use your horn
	Look around
	Look backward
	Drift (hold the button) Perform acrobatics in the air
	Use your boost (must have upgrade installed)
	Sideswipe (move the stick left or right) Reload your weapon (while a passenger)
	Exit the vehicle Ride on the roof (hold down the button)
	Brake
	Accelerate Shoot (while a passenger)
	Use your signature ability (must have it unlocked and enabled for the vehicle) Open the weapon selection wheel (while a passenger)
	Attach/disconnect the tow cable (must have purchased and installed) Shoot from the vehicle
	Burn rubber
	Change the radio station
	Swap seats
	Change the radio station
	Access your smartphone View the map (hold the button)
	The menu that appears when you pause the game The menu that appears when you hold the button to access the mission menu

Controlling Flying Vehicles

	How to control the flying vehicles
	How to look around while flying
	How to increase the altitude while flying
	How to switch to powered-lift mode for selected aircraft
	How to lower the altitude while flying
	How to exit the flying vehicle
	How to use the main gun while flying
	How to rotate left while flying
	How to rotate right while flying
	How to change the radio station while flying
	How to change the radio station while flying
	How to use the smartphone while flying How to access the map by holding the button
	The menu that appears when you pause the game The menu that appears when you hold the button to access the mission menu

Additional Options for Controlling the Game

The game offers several control options, including:

The ability to adjust controls to your preferences by changing the default button layout;
Trigger resistance (only available on PS5);
Controller vibration;
Dead zone adjustment for the left and right analog sticks;
Toggles for activating different actions with press or hold, which is an accessibility option;
Separate axis inversion settings for X and Y axes;
Separate control sensitivity settings for X and Y axes;
Separate aiming sensitivity settings for X and Y axes;
The ability to activate crosshair snapping towards enemies and adjust its strength.

FAQ

1. What are keybinds in Saints Row 2022?

Keybinds are keyboard shortcuts that players can customize to perform various actions in the game. This feature allows players to tailor the gameplay experience to their preferences and play style. For example, players can set a keybind for quick access to weapons or to perform a specific maneuver while driving a vehicle. Keybinds are available on all platforms, including PC, Xbox, and PlayStation.

2. Can keybinds be changed in Saints Row 2022?

Yes, players can change keybinds in Saints Row 2022. This can be done in the game’s settings menu, where players can assign specific actions to different keys on their keyboard or controller. Players can also create multiple keybind profiles for different play styles or to accommodate different devices. This feature is especially useful for players who may have difficulty with certain key combinations or who prefer to use non-standard input devices.

3. Are keybinds different on different platforms in Saints Row 2022?

While the basic functionality of keybinds is the same across all platforms in Saints Row 2022, there may be some differences in the default keybinds on different devices. For example, the default keybinds on a PC keyboard may be different from those on an Xbox or PlayStation controller. However, players can customize keybinds on any platform to suit their preferences. Additionally, some devices may have additional input options, such as touch screens or motion controls, which can also be customized using keybinds.

James Robinson

James, a young and enthusiastic gamer. With a passion for gaming, he personally plays and experiences the games he writes about, providing authentic and insightful content to fellow gamers.