Playing Blackmask will be familiar to most, but for those who are newer to the joy of playing a video game, let’s get them up to speed!
Button Controls
These are the default controls when starting the game! You can remap the button layout and add Button Commands in the Options Menu.
Basic Movements
Left and Right
Press and Hold Left or Right on the Direction Pad for Cole to walk forward. Double Tap the directions to Run.
Cole can run fast and jump far with all that running momentum, but be aware of how much noise he can make near keen eared creatures.Cole cannot run while carrying heavy objects in his hands.
Up
Cole’s a short fellow, so Press and Hold Up for Cole on the Direction Pad to look up above him to search for high up objects and places of interest. Press Up to climb ladders, enter doorways, and interact with objects and friendly creatures.
Down
Hold Down for Cole to crouch to the ground allowing him to dodge standing sword swings and flying projectiles! While crouched,Cole can crawl on the ground by holding Down and Forward to fit into small holes and stay under enemy fire.
There’s plenty of small spaces where Cole can squeeze under to navigate or hide! You’ll be surprised what you can crawl under.
Jump
Cole can leap into the air with a Press of the Jump Button! Hold the button to jump higher and farther. Cole can jump nearly twice his height, which can help him avoid attacks from foes and reach high places to navigate the wild terrain!
Attack
Press the Attack Button to strike with Cole’s equipped weapon of choice!
Cole can also attack in mid air during jumping. Cole can also attack while crouching for a sweeping low attack capable of tripping up enemies! Cole can handle many different weapons, so search for new ones to experiment with!