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Carlos from On Geek dives into the usability of "Elden Ring" on PC, comparing the mouse-and-keyboard setup to using a controller. He notes that while the basic combat controls for mouse and keyboard are intuitive, managing items, spells, and weapon switching proves cumbersome due to reliance on arrow keys, leading to impractical gameplay. Customization options allow for key remapping, but fixed keys for the menu and map, and the complexity of accessing items quickly, can hinder fluid play. Although customization increases flexibility, the on-screen prompts do not update automatically when switching devices, adding to the inconvenience. Ultimately, while mouse and keyboard offer a nostalgic and challenging experience, controllers provide smoother and more intuitive gameplay, making them the preferred choice for many players. Carlos concludes by inviting viewers to share their preferences in the comments.
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In this part of the video, Carlos from On Geek discusses whether “Elden Ring” on PC is better played with a mouse-and-keyboard setup or a controller. He outlines the standard key bindings for the mouse and keyboard, noting that while light and strong attacks are fairly intuitive, switching weapons, spells, and items can be cumbersome due to the need to use the arrow keys. This setup forces players to let go of the mouse during combat, which is impractical. Additionally, using the arrow keys hinders the use of high-end mechanical keyboards, making the overall experience less ideal compared to using a controller.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the key binding and control customization options available in a game. Most keys can be rebound except for the menu and map, which remain fixed to ‘escape’ and ‘G’. Players can reassign d-pad controls to keys such as 1, 2, 3, and 4, making gameplay similar to first-person shooter controls. The pouch feature, which allows quick item access, can feel awkward when using the default keyboard binding (‘E’ followed by 1 to 4) since it requires pausing in the midst of action-heavy gameplay. The game also does not automatically update on-screen control prompts when switching between devices, necessitating manual adjustment in settings. This could be inconvenient during play. While the customization flexibility is appreciated, the video suggests that certain game controls might still feel less intuitive with a mouse and keyboard setup compared to using a controller.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the pros and cons of using mouse and keyboard versus a controller for playing Elden Ring on PC. They mention that while mouse and keyboard offer a nostalgic and challenging experience, a controller provides smoother, more intuitive, and potentially more enjoyable gameplay. The video notes that Elden Ring on PC supports a variety of controllers, including Xbox and PlayStation controllers, although PlayStation users will see Xbox button prompts. The speaker concludes by encouraging viewers to share their preferences and suggestions in the comments.