The fast-paced combat and open-world exploration in Avowed demands precise controls. While players using the mouse and keyboard may not face many issues, controller users often find the default settings clunky, sluggish, and unresponsive. Xbox players, in particular, have even reported input lag and unintended movement due to stick drift. So, if you prefer playing with a controller, whether on PC or Xbox, this is the guide you need.
Here, you’ll find common controller issues in Avowed along with optimized settings to fix them. If you’re ready for smoother movement, better sensitivity, and no more drift issues, let’s open your menu and start tweaking!
Common Controller Issues
Patch 1.2.4 introduced new controller settings to help players fine-tune their experience. However, some issues still persist:
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Issue |
Description |
|---|---|
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Inconsistent Camera Movement |
Abrupt transitions between slow and fast movement make aiming and navigation feel unnatural. |
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Camera Acceleration Issues |
Pushing the right stick too far triggers aggressive acceleration, making precise aiming difficult, especially on Xbox. |
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No Target Locking |
Unlike Dark Souls or TLoZ: Breath of the Wild, Avowed uses a freeform combat system similar to Skyrim, requiring manual aiming instead of a convenient target lock. Without a built-in lock-on feature to track enemies, landing precise attacks and switching targets can be time-consuming and may leave you vulnerable in combat. |
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Clunky Shooting Mechanics |
Using a bow or ranged attacks without aim assist can feel frustrating on a controller. |
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Unintended Character Movement |
Stick drift causes characters to move on their own, even when the controller isn’t touched. |
Fortunately, you can fix most of these issues by adjusting the controller settings we’ll go over below.
Controller Layout
Avowed only officially supports the Xbox button layout. However, you can still use a PlayStation controller (PS4/PS5) if you play on Steam. Here’s PlayStation button mapping alongside the Xbox controls in case you prefer this setup:
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Movement Controls |
Move |
LS (South Paw: RS) |
|---|---|---|
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Look |
RS (South Paw: LS) |
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Jump/Parkour |
A / ✖ |
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Crouch/Slide |
B / ⭘ |
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Sprint |
LS↓ (South Paw: RS↓) |
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Actions |
Main Hand Action |
RT / R2 |
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Off Hand / Secondary Action |
LT / L2 |
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Interact |
X / ☐ |
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Swap Weapon Set |
Y / △ |
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Sheathe Weapons (Hold) |
Y / △ |
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Toggle Perspective (Hold) |
RS↓ (South Paw: LS↓) |
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Abilities |
Ability Radial |
LB / L1 |
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Ability Slot 1 |
↑ |
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Ability Slot 2 |
↓ |
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Ability Slot 3 |
→ |
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Ability Slot 4 |
← |
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Throw Grenade |
RB / R1 |
Controller Settings
In this section, if you see ‘Optional’, feel free to adjust the settings to suit your playstyle. But for settings with specific recommendations, it’s best to follow them, as they offer the ideal balance between precision and responsiveness. They also help minimize unintended character movement caused by stick drift.
Patch 1.2.4 introduced two new settings to fine-tune camera acceleration, giving you better control over movement: Look Acceleration Strength and Look Acceleration Ramp-Up Time.
The default settings are balanced for general gameplay, but if you prefer more responsive aiming or smoother camera movement, adjusting these values can help customize the experience to your liking.
With that said, here are the recommended adjustments for the best controller setup in Avowed:
|
Setting |
Recommendation |
Description And Reason |
|---|---|---|
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Controller Vibration |
Optional |
Disabling vibration can create a more stable experience by reducing distractions and hand fatigue. However, keeping it on enhances immersion, providing tactile feedback from attacks, movement, and environmental interactions. |
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Controller Vibration Intensity |
Optional |
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Invert Horizontal Look |
Optional |
Reverses left and right camera movement. |
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Invert Vertical Look |
Optional |
Reverses up and down camera movement. |
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Look Sensitivity X-Axis |
0.65 |
Adjusts the speed of horizontal camera movement when using the right stick. Higher values make turning left and right faster, while lower values offer more precise control. |
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Look Sensitivity Y-Axis |
0.65 |
Controls the speed of vertical camera movement when using the right stick. Increasing it allows for quicker up-and-down adjustments, while lowering it improves accuracy when aiming. |
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Look Acceleration Strength |
1 (Default) |
Determines how much acceleration is applied when rotating the camera. Higher values make quick turns easier, while lower values offer steadier aim. |
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Look Acceleration Ramp-Up Time |
0.3 (Default) |
Controls how quickly acceleration reaches full speed. Lower values create snappier movement, while higher values smooth out transitions. |
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LS Inner Dead Zone |
0.15 (Default) |
Adjusting Dead Zones can help mitigate acceleration issues and stick drift. |
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LS Outer Dead Zone |
0.1 |
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RS Inner Dead Zone |
0.07 |
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RS Outer Dead Zone |
0.1 |
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Controller Preset |
Optional |
Avowed provides two controller presets: Default and South Paw. The South Paw setting swaps the left and right stick functions. Unfortunately, the game doesn’t support custom button remapping on controllers at this time. So if your question is “Can I change the key bindings in Avowed?” then the answer is no. |
Alternative Settings
If the recommended settings above don’t feel quite right for you, here are some alternative options to try:
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Setting |
Recommendation |
|---|---|
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Look Sensitivity X-Axis |
0.6 |
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Look Sensitivity Y-Axis |
0.6 |
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LS Inner Dead Zone |
0.15 (Default) |
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LS Outer Dead Zone |
0.31 |
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RS Inner Dead Zone |
0.15 (Default) |
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RS Outer Dead Zone |
0.31 |
How To Enable Aim Assist
Avowed offers an Aim Assist option for smoother aiming, especially with ranged weapons like bows and guns. While some players prefer manual aiming, others find the default mechanics too clunky without assistance. Enable or disable Aim Assist, it’s entirely up to you. Choose what feels most comfortable for your playstyle.
Here’s how to enable Aim Assist in Avowed:
- Open the Settings menu.
- Navigate to Game or Accessibility.
- Scroll down to find Aim Assist.
- Toggle Aim Assist ON.
- Adjust Aim Assist Magnetism to fine-tune how much assistance is applied.
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