What are the default controls for Bloodborne?

Bloodborne, a action game, maps 20 actions to the PlayStation controller. The complete button layout is shown on this page, free to read.

What buttons do you use in Bloodborne?

Every Bloodborne action is mapped to its PlayStation button on this page — face buttons, triggers, sticks and the d-pad — so you can see the whole control scheme at a glance.

Can you remap Bloodborne controls?

These are the game's default bindings. Remapping depends on the title and the PlayStation's system button-mapping options.

Is this an official Bloodborne resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Bloodborne or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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Default PS4 controller layout for Bloodborne, FromSoftware's gothic action RPG. Covers movement and dodging, the trick weapon and firearm attacks, healing and consumables, lock-on, and the D-pad and touchpad menus. The game is controller-only, so there are no keyboard bindings.

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Movement 6

Action	PlayStation
Move	`L-Stick`
Backstep / Roll	`●`
Lock On / Reset Camera	`R3`
Action / Interact	`✕`
Camera	`R-Stick`
Sprint	`●L-Stick`

Combat 6

Action	PlayStation
Standard Attack (Right Hand)	`R1`
Strong Attack (Right Hand)	`R2`
Left-Hand Attack (Gun / Torch)	`L2`
Transform Weapon	`L1`
Counter Shot Follow-Up (Visceral Attack)	`L2`then`R1`
Jumping Attack	`L-StickR2`

Items 6

Action	PlayStation
Use Blood Vial	`▲`
Use Equipped Consumable	`■`
Switch Consumable	`D-Pad ↓`
Switch Left-Hand Weapon	`D-Pad ←`
Switch Right-Hand Weapon	`D-Pad →`
Gain Blood Bullets	`D-Pad ↑`

Menus 2

Action	PlayStation
Gesture Menu (Touchpad Left Half)	`Touchpad`
Personal Effects Menu (Touchpad Right Half)	`Touchpad`

Sourced from bloodborne.wiki.fextralife.com Last verified October 12, 2026

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20 actions mapped to the PlayStation controller, grouped by category. Hover any button to read its action.

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Bloodborne controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Bloodborne?: Bloodborne, a action game, maps 20 actions to the PlayStation controller. The complete button layout is shown on this page, free to read.
What buttons do you use in Bloodborne?: Every Bloodborne action is mapped to its PlayStation button on this page — face buttons, triggers, sticks and the d-pad — so you can see the whole control scheme at a glance.
Can you remap Bloodborne controls?: These are the game's default bindings. Remapping depends on the title and the PlayStation's system button-mapping options.
Is this an official Bloodborne resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Bloodborne or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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