Hogwarts Legacy Controls & UI Guide For PC and Consoles

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Hogwarts Legacy Controls & UI Guide For PC and Consoles

Whether you're dodging enemy spells, casting powerful magic, or navigating the castle’s hidden passageways… knowing how to move, fight, and interact with the world is key to becoming a skilled witch or wizard.

This guide covers everything you need to know about the PlayStation, Xbox, and PC controls, along with a breakdown of the UI elements that will help you track quests, manage your inventory, and stay ahead in combat. Let’s dive into everything that connects you to your Hogwarts adventure. 

Hogwarts Legacy Controls for Xbox, PlayStation & PC

The button mapping will vary slightly depending on whether you're playing on PlayStation, Xbox, or PC– and there is also the option to customise everything yourself! But here is a breakdown of the default controls to help you get started:

PlayStation Controls (PS5 & PS4)

  • Left Stick – Move character

  • Right Stick – Camera control

  • X – Jump

  • Circle – Dodge

  • Square – Interact

  • Triangle – Protego (Shield spell)

  • R2 (Hold) + Face Buttons – Cast assigned spells

  • L2 – Aim

  • L1 – Open tool wheel (for potions & magical plants)

  • R1 – Basic attack (wand cast)

  • L3 (Press Left Stick) – Sprint

  • R3 (Press Right Stick) – Lock onto target

  • Touchpad – Open Field Guide (menu)

  • Options Button – Pause

Xbox Controls (Series X/S & Xbox One)

  • Left Stick – Move character

  • Right Stick – Camera control

  • A – Jump

  • B – Dodge

  • X – Interact

  • Y – Protego (Shield spell)

  • RT (Hold) + Face Buttons – Cast assigned spells

  • LT – Aim

  • LB – Open tool wheel

  • RB – Basic attack

  • L3 (Press Left Stick) – Sprint

  • R3 (Press Right Stick) – Lock onto target

  • View Button – Open Field Guide (menu)

  • Menu Button – Pause

PC Controls (Keyboard & Mouse)

  • W/A/S/D – Move character

  • Mouse Movement – Camera control

  • Spacebar – Jump

  • Left Shift – Sprint

  • Left Ctrl – Dodge

  • F – Interact

  • Q – Protego (Shield spell)

  • Left Mouse Button – Basic attack

  • Right Mouse Button – Aim

  • 1, 2, 3, 4 – Cast assigned spells

  • Tab – Open tool wheel

  • M – Open map

  • Esc – Pause/Menu

Hogwarts Legacy also supports certain Accessibility Features. Check out our guide for all the details… because magic is for everyone. 

Hogwarts Legacy UI Explained: Everything You Need to Know

The user interface (UI) in Hogwarts Legacy is designed to keep you immersed while providing essential information. Below are the main UI elements you'll interact with.

Heads-Up Display (HUD)

Your HUD keeps track of your status in real-time:

  • Health Bar (Bottom Left) – Displays your current health level.

  • Ancient Magic Meter (Above Health Bar) – Fills up as you build Ancient Magic for powerful attacks.

  • Spell Diamond (Bottom Right) – Shows your currently equipped spells for quick casting.

  • Mini-Map (Bottom Left) – Highlights nearby locations, enemies, and quest markers.

The Field Guide (Main Menu)

The Field Guide in Hogwarts Legacy is your go-to source for tracking progress and acts as your very own wizarding companion book. Access it by pressing the touchpad (PS), view button (Xbox), or M (PC). Inside, you'll find:

  • Map – Explore the vast world, fast travel with Floo Flames, and discover key locations.

  • Quests – Track story missions, side quests, and assignments from professors.

  • Inventory – Manage gear, potions, and magical items.

  • Collections – View discovered beasts, magical plants, and lore entries.

  • Talents – Upgrade your abilities for combat and exploration.

  • Challenges – Track progress on achievements and unlockables.

Checking the Field Guide frequently will help you stay on top of objectives and upgrades.

Spell Wheel & Combat UI

  • Holding R2 (PS) / RT (Xbox) / Left Mouse Button (PC) lets you access four assigned spells instantly.

  • Holding L1 (PS) / LB (Xbox) / Tab (PC) opens the tool wheel, allowing quick access to potions and magical plants.

  • In combat, look out for:

    • Enemy health bars to track damage.

    • Colour-coded enemy shields (matching the correct spell type is required to break them).

    • Combo multipliers (chaining spells together creates powerful effects).

How to Use the Controls & UI Like a Pro

  • Use Lock-On Targeting – Press R3 (PS) / Right Stick (Xbox) / Middle Mouse Button (PC) to focus on specific enemies in battle.

  • Dodge Often – Rolling with Circle (PS) / B (Xbox) / Left Ctrl (PC) is the best way to avoid incoming attacks.

  • Quick-Swap Spells – Assign your most-used spells to the Spell Diamond for fast access in combat.

  • Check the Field Guide Often – Whether you’re tracking quests or upgrading talents, the Field Guide keeps you on top of your wizarding progress.

More Hogwarts Legacy Guidance

Looking to more info to enhance your adventure? Check out these very useful guides:

  • Best Spells to Unlock Early in Hogwarts Legacy

  • How to Choose the Best House in Hogwarts Legacy

  • How to Unlock the Best Gear & Outfits

For even more tips, secrets, and walkthroughs, explore our full Hogwarts Legacy Wiki and become the ultimate witch or wizard.