How to Use a Mouse with Red Dead Redemption II on PC

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If you're planning to dive into the Wild West with Rockstar's epic western shooter Red Dead Redemption 2 on your personal computer, but find yourself struggling with the default mouse controls, don't worry - this article is here for you. We'll take a closer look at how to set up and use an external mouse controller specifically designed for playing RDR II on PC.

Why Use a Mouse?

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Red Dead Redemption 2 was initially developed as a console game, so naturally it's best suited for controllers like the DualShock or Xbox One wireless controller. However, with the rise of gaming PCs, many gamers have been asking if they can play Red Dead II using just their mouse and keyboard instead.

While this is possible to some extent (more on that later), using a dedicated controller will undoubtedly provide you with a much more immersive experience overall - especially when it comes down Waist Bandolier management or quickdraws during shootouts.

Setting Up Your Mouse Controller

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Before we dive into the actual controls themselves, let's first cover how to connect your mouse controller to your PC.

1. First and foremost: Make sure that both devices (your gaming keyboard/mouse combo AND/OR dedicated gamepad) are properly connected via USB cables or wireless receivers if necessary.

2 Next up - Go into Settings > Controls within the game itself; then navigate down until you reach 'Gameplay' sub-menu under which there should be an option labeled 'Controller Type'.

3 Select 'Mouse/Keyboard' from this dropdown menu to enable keyboard controls.

Configuring Mouse Controls

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Now that we've got our mouse connected and enabled, it's time to configure the actual controls!

1. Again head into Settings > Controls within RDR2; then navigate down until you reach 'Controls' tab on left-hand side bar.

2 Scroll through various categories such as 'Camera', 'Looting & Crafting' etc., depending upon what action you'd like to map a keybind for (e.g., camera movement).

3 Once inside respective category click anywhere with mouse button 1 (default) and use arrow keys or WASD keys respectively to highlight desired option within list below.

Commonly Used Mouse Controls

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Here are some of the most commonly used controls you'll want to map:

* Camera Movement: Left Stick/Right Stick movement

+ Strafing: Right Shift + Left Arrow / Right Ctrl + A Keys

* Zoom In/Out (Scope): Middle Mouse Button/RMB or mouse wheel scroll

Additional Tips & Tricks

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If you're still having trouble adjusting to using a controller with RDR II on PC, here are some additional tips and tricks that might help:

1. Use the right sensitivity settings: You'll want your aiming speed set fairly high so you can quickly turn around enemies in tight spaces without feeling too sluggish.

2 Practice your aim! Like any FPS game, it takes practice to get used to aiming with a controller rather than keyboard controls alone.

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And that's it folks - now you should be well-equipped (pun intended) to take on the Wild West using nothing but your mouse and keyboard in Red Dead Redemption II on PC. Remember: Practice makes perfect!

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