Cauldron Craft Controls Guide: Master Every Keybind

Default Keyboard and Mouse Controls

Cauldron Craft offers a flexible control scheme designed for both keyboard and mouse. The default keybinds are optimized for exploration, item collection, and crafting. Below is the complete list of default controls.

• Movement: W, A, S, D
• Interact / Pick Up: E
• Open Inventory: I
• Open Crafting Menu: C
• Open Map: M
• Journal / Quests: J
• Sprint: Left Shift (hold)
• Crouch: Left Ctrl (toggle)
• Jump: Space
• Use Primary Action: Left Mouse Button
• Use Secondary Action: Right Mouse Button
• Drop Item: Q
• Rotate Item (Crafting): R
• Pause / Menu: Escape

Controller Support

Cauldron Craft fully supports controllers on PC, Mac, and Linux. Connect any Xbox, PlayStation, or generic gamepad via USB or Bluetooth. The game will automatically detect your controller and display the correct button prompts.

• Left Stick: Move character
• Right Stick: Camera control
• A (Xbox) / Cross (PlayStation): Interact / Confirm
• B (Xbox) / Circle (PlayStation): Cancel / Back
• X (Xbox) / Square (PlayStation): Open Inventory
• Y (Xbox) / Triangle (PlayStation): Open Crafting Menu
• Start / Options: Pause menu
• Left Bumper: Sprint
• Right Bumper: Use Primary Action
• Left Trigger: Use Secondary Action
• Right Trigger: Drop item
• D-Pad Up: Open Map
• D-Pad Down: Open Journal
• D-Pad Left / Right: Quick select items (if unlocked)

Movement and Camera Controls

Mastering movement and camera control is essential for efficient exploration in Cauldron Craft. The game world is divided into several biomes, each with unique terrain and hidden areas.

• Sprinting: Hold Left Shift (keyboard) or Left Bumper (controller) to move faster. Sprinting consumes stamina, which regenerates quickly when you stop.
• Crouching: Press Left Ctrl (keyboard) or click the left stick (controller) to crouch. This reduces your movement noise and allows you to pass under low obstacles.
• Camera Control: Use the mouse (keyboard) or right stick (controller) to look around. You can invert the Y-axis in the settings.
• Auto-Run: Double-tap the forward movement key (W) to toggle auto-run. This is useful for long travel segments.

Interaction and Inventory Controls

Interacting with the world is at the heart of Cauldron Craft. You will constantly pick up items, open chests, and activate crafting stations.

• Interact Key (E): Use this to pick up items, open doors, talk to NPCs, and activate objects. A prompt will appear when you are near an interactable object.
• Inventory (I): Opens your backpack. Here you can view all collected items, equip gear, and consume potions or food. Drag and drop items to rearrange them.
• Quick Slots: The bottom of the screen shows up to six quick slots. Assign items by opening your inventory and right-clicking (or pressing the corresponding number key 1-6) on an item.
• Drop Item (Q): Removes an item from your inventory and places it on the ground. Dropped items can be picked up again, but they may despawn after a few minutes.

Crafting Controls

Crafting is the core mechanic of Cauldron Craft. The controls are designed to be intuitive, allowing you to combine ingredients seamlessly.

• Open Crafting Menu (C): This brings up the crafting interface. On the left, you see your available ingredients; on the right, the recipes you can create.
• Select Recipe: Click on a recipe (or press the highlighted number) to see its requirements.
• Craft Item: Press the Craft button (default: Space or Enter) to create the item. If you have the required materials, the item will appear in your inventory.
• Rotate Item (R): When placing items in the world (e.g., furniture or decorations), use R to rotate them before finalizing placement.
• Quick Craft: If you have the materials, you can also right-click on a raw ingredient in your inventory to see all recipes that use it.

Advanced Controls and Shortcuts

For experienced players, Cauldron Craft includes several advanced shortcuts to speed up gameplay.

• Screenshot Mode: Press F12 to hide the UI and take a clean screenshot.
• Toggle UI: Press F1 to hide or show the entire user interface.
• Zoom In/Out: Use the mouse scroll wheel to zoom the camera in and out.
• Quick Save: Press F5 to manually save your game. Press F9 to load the last quicksave.
• Map Markers: While the map is open (M), right-click to place a custom marker. Left-click a marker to edit or delete it.
• Loot All: Near a container or pile of items, hold E to automatically pick up all nearby items without clicking each one.

Customizing Your Controls

Every player has a preferred setup. Cauldron Craft allows full rebinding of all keyboard, mouse, and controller inputs.

• How to Rebind: Go to Main Menu > Options > Controls. Click on the key you want to change, then press the new key or button on your keyboard/controller.
• Reset to Defaults: At the bottom of the Controls menu, click Reset to Default to revert all changes.
• Multiple Profiles: You can save up to three control profiles. This is useful if you switch between keyboard and controller frequently.
• Mouse Sensitivity: Adjust camera speed and aim precision in the Mouse tab under Controls.
• Controller Deadzone: If your controller has stick drift, increase the deadzone slider in the controller settings.

Troubleshooting Common Control Issues

If you encounter problems with your controls, try these solutions:

• Keys Not Responding: Ensure the game window is active. Press Alt+Tab to return to the game if necessary.
• Controller Not Detected: Disconnect and reconnect your controller. Check that it is powered on. Restart the game if the issue persists.
• Keybind Conflicts: If two actions are bound to the same key, the game will highlight the conflict in red. Choose a different key for one of the actions.
• Camera Spinning: This usually indicates a controller stick is stuck. Unplug the controller or adjust the deadzone.
• No Sound on Controller: Check your system audio settings. The game uses the default audio device.

For further help, visit the /en/guides/troubleshooting-guide/ or the official community forums.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I play Cauldron Craft entirely with a mouse? Yes, you can navigate most menus with the mouse alone, but movement requires either a keyboard or controller.

Does the game support custom keybinds for MMO mice? Yes, any extra buttons on your mouse can be bound to in-game actions via the Controls menu.

Is there a way to see all controls in-game? Press Escape to open the pause menu, then select Controls to view the full control map.

Will my control settings carry over to a new save file? Yes, control settings are stored globally and apply to all save files.

Can I use a keyboard and controller at the same time? Yes, Cauldron Craft supports simultaneous input from both devices. You can switch between them seamlessly.

For more beginner tips, check out the /en/guides/beginner-guide/ and /en/guides/beginner-tips/.