Derelict, the Dark Souls-inspired open-world action RPG developed by Scrambledly Studios on Roblox, relies on precise input timing for survival. The developers strongly recommend playing with a keyboard and mouse, though controller support is actively being developed. Learning how to move, attack, parry, and cycle abilities effectively is necessary before taking on the game's challenging enemies and dungeons.
Default PC Keyboard and Mouse Controls
The default setup on PC mirrors classic action RPG mechanics, splitting actions between directional keys and mouse combat inputs. Players can freely customize these bindings in the game settings to fit their preference.
| Action | Default Input | Function |
|---|---|---|
| Movement | W, A, S, D | Moves character forward, left, backward, and right |
| Jump | Spacebar | Jumps over obstacles or terrain |
| Walk / Sprint Toggle | Left Shift | Toggles between walking and running (consumes Stamina) |
| Roll / Dodge | B (or bound key) | Executes a defensive dodge granting brief invincibility frames |
| Lock-On | Left Control | Locks the camera onto the nearest targeted enemy |
| Interact / Examine | E | Interacts with NPCs, objects, camp tools, and quest prompts |
| Basic Attack | Left Mouse Button (M1) | Executes standard light melee strikes with the equipped weapon |
| Heavy Attack / Parry | Right Mouse Button (M2) | Charges a heavy strike or deflects enemy attacks depending on timing and stance |
| Ability / Spell 1–3 | Z, X, C | Triggers equipped weapon arts, magic spells, or character abilities |
| Select Weapon | Number keys (1, 2, 3...) | Equips items or weapons placed in corresponding action slots |
Controller Keybinds (Solar Update Layout)
Controller support is still in early development, but default bindings were established in the Solar Update. Players using gamepads can navigate menus, fight enemies, and hotkey items using the following default configuration:
| Controller Button | In-Game Action |
|---|---|
| X Button | Interact |
| B Button | Roll |
| Y Button | Hold Weapon |
| L3 (Left Stick Click) | Lock-on |
| L1 (Left Bumper) | Weapon Art |
| L2 (Left Trigger) | Spell 1 |
| D-Pad Left | Tool 1 |
| D-Pad Up | Tool 2 |
| D-Pad Right | Tool 3 |
| D-Pad Down | Tool 4 |
Understanding Combat Inputs and Timing
Combat in Derelict revolves around managing your HP, Souls bar, and Stamina bar. Knowing which buttons to press is only the first step; executing them cleanly during encounters dictates whether you win or wipe.
Light Attacks and Charged Heavy Strikes
Clicking the Left Mouse Button (M1) performs quick swings that deal fast damage while consuming minimal stamina. For heavier hits that weaken enemy defense, hold the Right Mouse Button (M2) to charge a heavy attack. Releasing the input right when the visual indicator fills triggers a perfect strike, maximizing impact against high-posture targets.
Blocking, Parrying, and Dodging
Defensive maneuvers are essential when fighting elite enemies and dungeon bosses like Corkus or The Veiled Paladin.
- Parrying: Tapping your defensive input right as an enemy swing lands will deflect the blow, severely depleting their posture meter. Breaking their stance opens them up to a devastating critical riposte.
- Dodging: Pressing your roll key provides short invincibility frames (i-frames), allowing you to phase through incoming horizontal sweeps or wide cleaves.
- Stamina Management: Dodging, blocking, and sprinting all consume stamina. Overspending your stamina leaves your guard broken and prevents you from evading consecutive attacks.
Spells and Weapon Arts
Weapon Arts provide weapon-specific active maneuvers, such as the Aureatus' Calling skill on the Aureatus Set or Great Carver on greatswords. Casting spells via equipped Tomes or utilizing Weapon Arts draws directly from your Souls bar. Standard PC bindings map these active skills to Z, X, and C, while gamepads execute them via L1 and L2.
Customizing Controls and Platform Settings
Keybind customization is fully supported in Derelict. If default keys feel awkward—such as reaching for the default roll key or remapping the parry key to F—you can rebind inputs within the in-game settings menu.
Mobile support remains in early development alongside controller integration. Mobile players can interact via touch UI buttons for attacks and movement, though precise maneuvers like charged heavy attacks and tight parry windows are notably more difficult. For stable performance and responsive inputs, the developers recommend at least 3GB of dedicated RAM and a standard keyboard-and-mouse setup.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you lock onto enemies in Derelict?
On PC, press the Left Control key to toggle lock-on to the closest target. On a controller, click the Left Analog Stick (L3).
Can you change your keybinds in Derelict?
Yes. The settings menu allows players to redefine PC keyboard and mouse inputs, letting you reassign movement, parrying, and ability keys to match your preferred layout.
What is the difference between M1 and M2 in combat?
Left Mouse Button (M1) performs a basic light attack. Holding Right Mouse Button (M2) charges a heavy strike, which can be released on a visual circular indicator for a perfect hit to break enemy posture. M2 also serves defensive timing roles depending on your active stance and bindings.
What resources do Weapon Arts and Spells consume?
Weapon Arts and spells from equipped Spell Tomes consume portions of your blue Souls bar, and some weapon skills have internal cooldowns before they can be activated again.
