Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 takes players back into the neon-lit streets of Seattle, where every choice can shatter the delicate rules of the Masquerade. Whether you prefer the precision of mouse and keyboard or the comfort of a controller, mastering the keybindings is the first step to surviving the city’s shadows.
PC Controls: Keyboard and Mouse Layout
On PC, you can fully control your vampire’s movements, abilities, and elixirs using a classic WASD setup. Each action is assigned intuitively, but players can customize bindings later in the settings menu.
| Action | Default Key |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | W |
| Move Backward | S |
| Move Left | A |
| Move Right | D |
| Jump / Glide | Space |
| Crouch | C |
| Run | Left Shift |
| Heavy / Light Attack | Left Mouse Button |
| Dash / Vampiric Sprint | Ctrl |
| Feed | F |
| Telekinesis | Q |
| Blood Elixir | 1 |
| Mending Elixir | 2 |
| Potence Elixir | 3 |
| Fortitude Elixir | 4 |
| Abilities Targeting | Right Mouse Button |
| Strike | RMB + 1 |
| Relocate | RMB + 2 |
| Affect | RMB + 3 |
| Mastery | RMB + 4 |
| Interact | E |
| Heightened Senses | V |
Tip: Some players find Ctrl for Dash awkward during combat. Consider remapping it to a closer key like Alt or Mouse Button 4 for smoother dodging.
Controller Keybindings: DualSense and Xbox
The default controller layout offers direct control over every vampiric ability while keeping combat fluid. These bindings are based on DualSense (PlayStation), but Xbox controllers follow the same logic.
| Action | Input |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | Left Stick Up |
| Move Backward | Left Stick Down |
| Move Left | Left Stick Left |
| Move Right | Left Stick Right |
| Jump / Glide | X |
| Crouch | Circle |
| Run | L3 |
| Heavy / Light Attack | R1 |
| Dash / Vampiric Sprint | L1 |
| Feed | L2 + R2 |
| Telekinesis | R2 |
| Blood Elixir | D-Pad Up |
| Mending Elixir | D-Pad Down |
| Potence Elixir | D-Pad Left |
| Fortitude Elixir | D-Pad Right |
| Abilities Targeting | L2 |
| Strike | L2 + Square |
| Relocate | L2 + X |
| Affect | L2 + Triangle |
| Mastery | L2 + Circle |
| Interact | Square |
| Heightened Senses | R3 |
Note: Controller players can remap most of these actions, but some secondary combinations—like Feed or Abilities Targeting—must remain tied to analog inputs for gameplay balance.
How to Change Keybindings in Bloodlines 2
Remapping is simple whether you’re using a keyboard or controller:
- Open Settings → Controls.
- Select the action you want to change.
- Press the new input key or button.
- Confirm the change when prompted.
- (Optional) Assign a secondary binding for flexibility.
The game allows both primary and secondary inputs, so you can experiment freely without losing your default layout.
Troubleshooting Rebinding Issues
Some players—especially those using AZERTY keyboards—have reported keybinding bugs that prevent remapping of movement or number keys.
If you encounter this:
- Temporarily switch your Windows layout to QWERTY, apply the new bindings, then revert.
- Try assigning an unused key (e.g., Delete) to overwrite conflicting actions before remapping.
- If using a controller, reset to defaults, then remap one action at a time.
These workarounds can help until an official patch resolves the input recognition problem.
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Bloodlines 2’s combat thrives on quick reflexes and smart ability usage. Learning your bindings early lets you flow between feeding, dodging, and activating vampiric powers without hesitation—vital when breaking the Masquerade means drawing hunters to your scent.
Whether you’re gliding across rooftops or using Telekinesis to hurl enemies, mastering your inputs will make Seattle’s dark nights far more survivable. Play Now!
