Blackout Protocol - Basic Controls Guide

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Movement and Firing

You can move with WASD.
Use LEFT CLICK to fire your current weapon.
HOLD the RIGHT MOUSE BUTTON to take an aiming stance.
Aiming displays a laser target and allows you to see further in that direction, but how far depends on the weapon.
Firing while aiming tightens the spread of your shots, making it more accurate.
Aiming also reduces your movement speed and the amount of noise you create, making it harder for enemies to locate you.

You have two weapon slots: primary and secondary. You can switch between them using either the 1 AND 2 KEYS or the SCROLL WHEEL.
Use the V KEY to launch a melee attack. Melee attacks deal a small amount of damage but also knock enemies backward slightly.
If you have a melee weapon equipped, the melee button will use it by default.
Melee weapons have finite durability. Striking a target has a chance to reduce your weapon’s durability. When it runs out, the weapon breaks.

Weapons have a finite amount of ammo in every clip.
You can use the R KEY to reload.
When you run out, attempting to fire will reload automatically. But to be safe, it’s good to get in the habit of reloading whenever you can.
Like aiming, reloading reduces your movement speed for a short amount of time. Avoid getting caught in sticky situations with an empty clip!
You can cancel a reload mid-animation by rolling, swapping weapons, or initiating a melee attack. Use that to your advantage.

Pressing the SPACEBAR while moving will initiate a quick roll, allowing you to dodge attacks and push enemies away from you slightly.
Rolling can dodge most attacks, including friendly fire from your fellow Agents.
But your roll has a timed cooldown, so use it wisely.

Every Agent has their own Special Ability.
You can use the Q KEY to activate your Special.
Specials can be enhanced with Passive Abilities, which you can unlock by progressing through the game.

Use the E KEY to pick up items or interact with objects.
You need to be standing near an object to trigger an interaction prompt. When in doubt, check it out!

Tactical Gear items provide various effects that differ from standard weapons. There are two types of Tactical Gear: thrown items, and traps.
Tactical Gear is acquired during gameplay. You can select it by pressing the 3 KEY.
Thrown items can be tossed a long distance with a LEFT CLICK or a short distance with a RIGHT CLICK. Be mindful when throwing items that deal damage, as they can also harm allies… or even yourself!
Traps can be placed with either mouse button. They’ll be installed wherever you’re standing, in the direction you’re facing.