Guide to Disable Mouse Smoothing in Stalker 2: Complete Control Settings Explained

Scheduled for release in 2024, Stalker 2 marks a highly anticipated return for the cult classic franchise developed by GSC Game World. Built using Unreal Engine 5, the game boasts numerous settings to customize; however, players may encounter some restrictions regarding input adjustments. If you’re looking to enhance your gameplay experience by improving mouse responsiveness, follow our guide to disable mouse smoothing in Stalker 2. We also provide a comprehensive overview of keyboard and mouse controls for your convenience.

How to Disable Mouse Smoothing in Stalker 2

To effectively disable mouse smoothing, you’ll need to edit the inputs.ini configuration file by removing specific default settings. Here’s how to do it:

Ensure Stalker 2 is closed.
Navigate to the appropriate directory based on your installation method:

For Steam Users:

C:\Users\[YOUR_WINDOWS_USERNAME]\AppData\Local\Stalker2\Saved\Config\Windows

For Game Pass (Xbox App) Users:

C:\Users\[YOUR_WINDOWS_USERNAME]\AppData\Local\Stalker2\Saved\Config\WinGDK

Open the Input.ini file located in the Windows (or WinGDK) folder using a text editor like Notepad.
Add the following lines:

[/script/engine.inputsettings] RawMouseInputEnabled=Enabled bEnableMouseSmoothing=False bViewAccelerationEnabled=False

Once you have made these changes, save the file by pressing Ctrl + S and exit the editor. By completing this, mouse smoothing will be disabled, resulting in a more accurate and responsive mouse control. Additionally, consider adjusting the mouse sensitivity setting, as the default is typically quite low.

Editing Input.ini file in Stalker 2 — Editing the Input.ini file for improved mouse control

With mouse smoothing disabled, you will notice that sensitivity adjustments will function more effectively.

Complete Controls for Stalker 2

This section outlines the essential keyboard and mouse controls in Stalker 2, ensuring you have everything you need for a seamless gaming experience.

Saving and Loading

Action	Input
Quick Save	F5
Quick Load	F8

Movement Controls

Action	Input
Walk Forward	IN
Walk Backward	S
Strafe Right	D
Strafe Left	A
Sprint	Left Shift
Crouch	Left Ctrl
Jump	Space
Walk (slowly)	X
Lean Left	WITH
Lean Right	C

Combat and Exploration

Action	Input
Fire	Left Mouse Button
Reload	R
Change Ammo Type	N
Change Firing Mode	B
Aim	Right Mouse Button
Hold Breath	Left Shift
Melee / Stealth Kill	Left Mouse Button
Throw Grenade (Hard)	Left Mouse Button
Throw Grenade (Gentle)	Right Mouse Button
Standard Knife Attack / Stealth Kill	Left Mouse Button
Heavy Knife Attack / Stealth Kill	Right Mouse Button
Interact	F
Jump Off Ladder	Space
Slide Down Ladder	Left Shift

Game Controls

Action	Input
Knife	1
Handgun	2
Primary Weapon	3
Secondary Weapon	4
Grenade	5
Choose Next Weapon	Mouse Scroll
Choose Previous Weapon	Scroll Down
Bolt	6
Detector	7

Weapon Upgrade Menu

Action	Input
Open Weapon Upgrade Menu	T
Move one Slot Up	1
Move one Slot Down	2
Move one Slot Left	3
Move one Slot Right	4
Remove All Weapon Upgrades	F

Radial Menu

Action	Input
Open Radial Menu	Tab
Select Flashlight	AND
Select Detector	Q

Inventory Controls

Action	Input
Change Ammo / Grenade Type	N
Open Inventory	I
Close Inventory	I
Drop Item	D
Sort Inventory	S
Show / Hide Item Details	Q
Show / Hide Equipment Window	AND
Show / Hide Item Comparison	A
Swap Compared Items	Left Shift
Take All Items	R

Interaction

Action	Input
Take / Put Down Last Used Item	H
Quick Access Slot 1	Q
Quick Access Slot 2	Q
Quick Access Slot 3	AND
Quick Access Slot 4	AND

Separating Stacks of Identical Items

Action	Input
Confirm Separation	AND
Cancel Separation	Q
Select All Items	F
Select Fewer Items	A

Controller Support in Stalker 2

Stalker 2 includes native support for Xbox controllers. However, it’s worth noting that PlayStation controllers may not function correctly, lacking in-game prompts. To improve functionality for PlayStation users, employing Steam Input is recommended.

Stalker 2 Xbox Button Prompts — Xbox controller prompts in Stalker 2

Control Remapping in Stalker 2

Stalker 2 allows you to easily rebind your controls. Simply select the action you wish to change and input a new key of your preference.

After configuring your controls, it’s advisable to back up your progress by navigating to the Stalker 2 save file location.

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