Updated September 10, 2026
If you've just returned to Bodycam after the Locked & Loaded update, the controls can feel different even if the basic FPS layout looks familiar.
Version 0.8 brought a major overhaul to the game's settings and controls, including keyboard and mouse input, gamepad support, key rebinding, sensitivity and the overall settings interface. The first follow-up patch then added the ability to clear keybinds, improved key-conflict handling and fixed several input problems involving the new tablet system.
That means an old Bodycam controls guide isn't necessarily enough anymore.
This Bodycam Controls Guide for 2026 focuses on the current Locked & Loaded control system, the keybinds worth paying attention to, sensitivity, hold-versus-toggle choices, combat controls and the small input changes that can save you from losing a fight.
Current v0.8 note: This guide is focused on the Locked & Loaded control system and the first post-launch controls hotfix, including Clear Keybinds and improved key-conflict handling.
Quick Answer: What Should You Change First?
If you don't want to rebuild every control immediately, start with these:
- Sprint: Hold
- Lean: Hold is a strong starting point for tactical play
- Core movement: Keep WASD unless you have a specific reason to change it
- Fire: Left Mouse
- ADS: Right Mouse
- Reload: R is perfectly usable
- Interact: Keep the action somewhere you can reach without taking your hand far from movement
- Grenade/throwable: Keep it easily reachable during movement
- Tablet: Keep it accessible, but remember that opening it does not pause a live match
- Sensitivity: Start moderate and adjust in small steps rather than copying somebody else's exact number
- Key conflicts: Use the game's conflict handling and Clear Keybinds tools instead of trying to work around broken bindings manually
The biggest change isn't one particular key.
It's that Bodycam now gives you much more control over how those inputs behave, including hold/toggle options and a substantially improved rebinding system.
📋 Table of Contents
- What's New About Bodycam Controls in v0.8?
- Current Bodycam Default Controls
- Best Movement Keybinds
- Best Combat Keybinds
- Hold vs Toggle: Which Should You Use?
- Best Bodycam Sensitivity Settings
- How to Find Your Ideal Sensitivity
- Bodycam's FOV Is Not a Normal Sensitivity Setting
- Tablet, Map and Communication Controls
- Best Utility and Gadget Keybinds
- How to Fix Keybind Conflicts
- How to Clear or Reset Keybinds
- Common Bodycam Control Mistakes
- Should You Use a Controller?
- Best Control Setup for Different Playstyles
- A Simple Bodycam Control Setup to Start With
- Bodycam Controls FAQ
What's New About Bodycam Controls in v0.8?
The Locked & Loaded update didn't just add weapons and maps.
It also rebuilt the underlying settings and controls system.
The official v0.8 material describes a major overhaul covering keyboard and mouse, gamepad, key rebinding, sensitivity and the broader settings interface.
The update introduced:
- Reworked key rebinding
- Improved rebinding flow
- Aim sensitivity settings
- Improved sensitivity behavior
- Hold and toggle options for several actions
- Improved settings saving and versioning
- A redesigned settings interface
- Gamepad support
- A new in-world tablet-based interface
The first v0.8 follow-up patch then added several particularly useful control improvements:
- Individual player mute
- Clear Keybinds
- Better key-conflict handling
- Fixes for incorrectly detected key conflicts
- Corrected rebinding descriptions
- A fix for tablet inputs being consumed by gameplay controls
- New settings-screen functionality
So if you played Bodycam before Locked & Loaded, it's worth going through your controls again instead of assuming your old setup is still ideal.
Current Bodycam Default Controls
Bodycam still uses a familiar FPS control layout, so returning players shouldn't need to relearn basic movement from scratch.
The commonly listed keyboard layout includes:
Important: treat the in-game controls screen as the final authority if your current installation shows a different binding. Bodycam's v0.8 control system has been actively changed and refined, and rebinding is now much more flexible than it was previously. Current community documentation likewise advises checking the tablet's controls screen if a binding has moved after the update.
The goal isn't to memorize every default key.
It's to make sure the actions you use during a gunfight are comfortable.
Best Movement Keybinds
Movement is where I would make the fewest changes.
The default WASD layout is already familiar, and changing it simply for the sake of being different can create more problems than it solves.
Sprint: Hold vs Toggle
For Bodycam, I recommend starting with Hold Sprint.
There are two reasons.
First, Bodycam rewards controlled movement more than constant sprinting.
Second, sprinting at the wrong moment can make unnecessary noise and leave you entering a fight without your weapon ready in the way you intended.
With Hold Sprint:
- Hold the key → sprint.
- Release it → stop sprinting.
That gives you more deliberate control over movement.
Crouch
Keep crouch somewhere you can activate without losing control of movement.
The default Left Ctrl is perfectly workable for many keyboard players.
If you frequently use crouch during gunfights and find Ctrl uncomfortable, moving it to another easily reachable key is reasonable.
But don't change it simply because another FPS uses a different bind.
Prone
Prone is much more situational than sprint or crouch.
You don't need to make it the easiest key on your keyboard.
Keep it somewhere accessible without sacrificing a more important combat action.
Lean
Leaning is one of the most important tactical controls in Bodycam.
The default Q/E arrangement is already sensible because both keys sit next to WASD.
The bigger question is how you use lean, not necessarily which keys activate it.
For tactical play, Hold Lean is a strong starting point because you can expose yourself briefly and immediately return to a neutral position.
Best Combat Keybinds
Combat controls deserve more attention than movement because a badly placed action can cost you a gunfight.
Fire
Keep Fire on the left mouse button.
There is very little reason to change this for a conventional mouse-and-keyboard setup.
Aim Down Sights
Right Mouse Button is also the obvious starting point.
The important decision is what happens around ADS.
You want your movement, lean and weapon controls to remain comfortable while holding ADS.
If changing another key forces you to remove your hand from movement or awkwardly stretch across the keyboard, reconsider the bind.
Reload
The default R key is familiar and easy to reach.
There's usually no reason to change it.
However, remember that reloading is a commitment.
Don't press reload automatically just because you've fired several rounds.
Check your surroundings first.
Bodycam's weapon handling and reload animations make panic reloads especially punishing when you're exposed.
Weapon Switching
Weapon switching should be quick enough that you don't have to search for the correct key during a fight.
If you frequently transition to a secondary weapon, make sure the relevant control is comfortable from your normal WASD position.
The exact best setup depends on whether you prefer:
- Dedicated number keys
- Mouse buttons
- A wheel
- Another custom arrangement
The important part is consistency.
Melee
Melee is another control worth keeping within easy reach.
The default V key is usable, but if you regularly use melee in close quarters and repeatedly miss the key, this is one of the controls worth personalizing.
Grenades
Grenades should be accessible without forcing you to stop moving.
The default G key is a reasonable starting point.
If you use grenades frequently and find G awkward while moving, consider moving the throwable action to a more comfortable nearby key.
Don't place it somewhere that you can accidentally trigger it while performing a movement action you use constantly.
Interact
Interact is particularly important because it can cover actions such as interacting with objectives and other map elements.
Keep it somewhere that is easy to press while remaining ready to move.
The default F key works well for this reason.
Hold vs Toggle: Which Should You Use?
The Locked & Loaded update added hold and toggle options to several actions, which makes this more important than it was in older versions.
There isn't one correct answer for every action.
Hold is usually better when:
- You want immediate cancellation
- The action is temporary
- You need precise control
- You don't want to forget that something is active
Toggle is useful when:
- You need to maintain an action for a long period
- Holding the key becomes uncomfortable
- The action doesn't need instant cancellation
My starting point
For a tactical Bodycam setup, I'd start with:
Don't change every setting just because Hold/Toggle exists.
Change the controls that actually affect how you play.
Best Bodycam Sensitivity Settings
Sensitivity is one of the easiest settings to overthink.
There is no single universal Bodycam sensitivity that makes every player better.
Your mouse DPI, desk space, grip, monitor setup and playstyle all matter.
The better approach is to establish a sensible starting point and then adjust gradually.
Start Moderate
A useful community reference point is roughly the 300–800 eDPI range, where eDPI is calculated from:
Mouse DPI × in-game sensitivity
For example:
800 DPI × 0.5 sensitivity = 400 eDPI
This is a starting reference, not an official Bodycam recommendation. Current community guides use roughly this range and commonly suggest starting around the lower-middle portion before adjusting according to tracking and overshooting.
You don't need to copy a specific number from another player.
Use the range as a starting point.
If You Keep Overshooting Targets
Lower your sensitivity slightly.
This is particularly important in Bodycam because firefights can be decided extremely quickly.
If you're constantly flicking past the target, more sensitivity isn't helping.
If You Can't Track Moving Players
Raise sensitivity gradually.
Don't double it.
Make a small change, play several matches, and see whether your tracking improves.
Don't Change Sensitivity After Every Match
This is a common mistake.
If you change sensitivity constantly, you'll never develop consistent muscle memory.
Choose a reasonable starting point and give yourself time to adapt.
How to Find Your Ideal Sensitivity
Instead of searching endlessly for the “best Bodycam sensitivity,” use a simple test.
Step 1: Pick a starting point
Choose a moderate sensitivity based on your current mouse DPI.
Step 2: Test close-range tracking
Move your aim between nearby targets.
If you're consistently overshooting, lower the sensitivity.
Step 3: Test longer tracking
Try following a moving player across an open area.
If your aim feels too slow to keep up, increase it slightly.
Step 4: Test weapon handling
Don't judge sensitivity only while standing still.
Bodycam's movement, leaning, aiming and weapon animations all affect how your input feels during a real fight.
Step 5: Stop changing it
Once you find a comfortable range, stick with it.
Consistency is more valuable than finding a theoretically perfect number.
Bodycam's FOV Is Not a Normal Sensitivity Setting
Don't waste time looking for a traditional high-FOV slider.
Bodycam's horizontal FOV is locked rather than offering a conventional adjustable FOV slider. Current community documentation also identifies the horizontal FOV as locked.
That means you shouldn't approach sensitivity like you would in a conventional arena shooter where changing FOV dramatically changes the visual relationship between mouse movement and the scene.
If the game feels visually unusual compared with another FPS, that's part of the Bodycam presentation.
For graphics, visibility and image-quality adjustments, use our separate Bodycam Best Settings Guide (2026): FPS, Graphics, Audio & Visibility rather than changing controls to compensate for a graphics problem.
Tablet, Map and Communication Controls
Locked & Loaded moved more functionality into the Tactical Tablet, so returning players need to understand how it fits into the control scheme.
Commonly listed controls include:
- Tab: Tactical Tablet
- M: Map
- C: Voice chat
The tablet can handle important game-management functions, including loadouts and customization.
The Tablet Does Not Pause a Live Match
This is one of the most important things to remember.
Opening the tablet does not freeze the match around you.
If you're standing in an exposed position and open the tablet, you're still vulnerable.
So:
- Don't open the tablet in the middle of a doorway.
- Don't check your settings while an enemy is nearby.
- Don't assume the game has paused because you're looking at a menu.
The new interface is designed to keep more functionality inside the game world, so treat tablet use as an actual in-match action. Current Bodycam control documentation likewise warns that opening the tablet does not pause a live round.
Voice Chat
Keep voice chat somewhere you can reach without interfering with movement.
If you use push-to-talk, choose a key you can press comfortably while still controlling your character.
If you frequently find yourself talking over important sound cues, consider whether your voice setup is interfering with your awareness rather than simply increasing or lowering the volume.
For broader audio configuration, use the dedicated Bodycam Best Settings Guide (2026): FPS, Graphics, Audio & Visibility.
Best Utility and Gadget Keybinds
Locked & Loaded added more than weapon customization.
Drones and RC vehicles also give you additional tactical options.
That makes utility controls more important than they were before.
Your most frequently used gadget should be:
- Easy to reach
- Difficult to trigger accidentally
- Usable without completely abandoning movement
- Consistent between matches
Don't put every gadget on a different obscure key just because you technically can.
You want to build muscle memory.
A Simple Rule
If you use an action every round, make it easy to reach.
If you use it once every few matches, it can live farther away.
This is especially useful when configuring:
- Grenades
- Drones
- RC vehicles
- Melee
- Objective interactions
- Tablet access
How to Fix Keybind Conflicts
This is one area where the new v0.8 system is significantly better than older versions.
The first v0.8 follow-up patch specifically improved key-conflict handling and fixed incorrectly detected conflicts.
If the game tells you that two actions are competing for the same key:
Step 1: Open the controls/settings interface
Go to the current settings and keybind section.
Step 2: Check both actions
Don't immediately delete the first binding you see.
Find out which actions are using the same input.
Step 3: Decide which action needs priority
Your combat-critical action should generally win.
For example, if a rarely used action is sharing a key with an action you press constantly during fights, move the rarely used one.
Step 4: Rebind it
Choose a nearby key that doesn't interfere with movement or another important action.
Step 5: Test it
Don't assume the conflict is fixed just because the menu accepted the change.
Test the action in a low-pressure match.
How to Clear or Reset Keybinds
v0.8 #1 added the ability to clear keybinds, which is particularly useful if you've experimented with too many changes. The same patch also improved conflict handling and corrected incorrectly detected conflicts.
If your controls have become confusing:
- Open the settings.
- Go to the keybind section.
- Identify the problematic action.
- Clear the unwanted binding.
- Reassign the action.
- Test it before changing another control.
The important thing is to avoid changing 15 controls at once.
If something feels wrong afterward, you won't know which change caused the problem.
Common Bodycam Control Mistakes
1. Changing everything immediately
You don't need a completely custom layout.
Start with the default layout and change only the controls that bother you.
2. Using Toggle Sprint without thinking
Toggle can work, but Hold is often easier to control in a tactical game where sprinting at the wrong time can expose you.
3. Making Lean difficult to reach
Lean is too useful to bury on an awkward key.
4. Chasing someone else's sensitivity
Your DPI and mouse setup aren't necessarily the same as another player's.
Use other players' settings as reference, not as law.
5. Changing sensitivity constantly
Give your muscle memory time to develop.
6. Putting every gadget on a different difficult key
More customization doesn't automatically mean better controls.
7. Opening the tablet in unsafe positions
The tablet doesn't pause a live match.
8. Ignoring key-conflict warnings
If two actions share a key unintentionally, fix the conflict before it costs you a round.
9. Changing controls and graphics at the same time
If you're troubleshooting aiming, don't simultaneously change sensitivity, mouse settings, graphics, motion blur and half your keybinds.
Change one thing at a time.
10. Forgetting that v0.8 changed the control system
If your old setup feels strange after returning to Bodycam, check the current settings instead of assuming your muscle memory is wrong.
Should You Use a Controller?
Bodycam supports gamepad controls, but the official v0.8 material describes gamepad support as part of the reworked input system rather than suggesting that controller players should use the same setup as mouse-and-keyboard players.
For competitive mouse-and-keyboard players, keyboard and mouse remain the easier starting point because precise aiming and quick camera movement are central to Bodycam's gunfights.
If you prefer controller, there is nothing wrong with using one.
Just spend time configuring:
- Stick sensitivity
- ADS behavior
- Lean controls
- Weapon switching
- Gadget access
- Sprint behavior
Don't copy a keyboard player's sensitivity or keybind philosophy directly to a controller.
The input devices require different control priorities.
Best Control Setup for Different Playstyles
You don't need the same keybind philosophy for every player.
Aggressive CQB
Prioritize:
- Fast ADS access
- Comfortable movement
- Hold Sprint
- Easy grenade access
- Fast weapon switching
- Easy melee access
You want your most important combat actions close to your movement controls.
Tactical / Methodical
Prioritize:
- Hold Lean
- Controlled sensitivity
- Easy reload
- Comfortable interaction
- Accessible gadgets
- Reliable communication
The goal is consistency rather than maximum speed.
Long-Range / Overwatch
Prioritize:
- Stable sensitivity
- Comfortable ADS
- Easy lean control
- Precise movement
- Reliable weapon switching
- Minimal accidental inputs
You don't need every action on the closest possible key.
You need the controls to stay predictable while you're holding an angle.
New Player
Keep it simple.
Start with:
- Default WASD
- Default fire/ADS
- Default reload
- Hold Sprint
- Hold Lean
- Default grenade/interact
- Moderate sensitivity
Then change individual controls only after you discover a real problem.
A Simple Bodycam Control Setup to Start With
If you don't want to spend an hour rebuilding your controls, use this as a starting philosophy:
The point isn't that these are permanently perfect settings.
They're a stable baseline.
Once you've played several matches, you'll know which controls genuinely need changing.
How Controls Fit With the Rest of the Locked & Loaded Update
The controls system is only one part of the v0.8 overhaul.
Your weapons are also substantially more customizable now, with hundreds of attachments and new stat trade-offs.
If you're still learning how those attachments affect ADS speed, recoil, reload speed, spread, kick and magazine capacity, check out our Bodycam Weapon Attachments Guide: Best Attachments & How Customization Works next.
And if you're trying to optimize the game itself rather than your input layout, the Bodycam Best Settings Guide (2026): FPS, Graphics, Audio & Visibility covers FPS, graphics, audio, visibility, upscaling and related performance settings.
For the complete overview of what changed in Locked & Loaded, see our Bodycam Locked & Loaded Guide: What's New in v0.8 and What Changed.
Bodycam Controls FAQ
What are the default controls in Bodycam?
Bodycam uses a familiar keyboard layout with WASD movement, Left Shift for sprint, Left Ctrl for crouch, Z for prone, Space for jump/mantle, Q/E for leaning, left mouse for firing, right mouse for ADS and R for reload. Always check your current in-game controls screen if you have changed bindings or if your current version displays something different.
What changed to Bodycam controls in the 2026 update?
Locked & Loaded introduced a major controls and settings overhaul, including reworked key rebinding, improved rebinding flow, aim sensitivity settings, improved sensitivity behavior and hold/toggle options for several actions.
Can you rebind controls in Bodycam?
Yes. The v0.8 update substantially reworked key rebinding, and the first follow-up patch added the ability to clear keybinds and improved key-conflict handling.
How do I fix a keybind conflict in Bodycam?
Open the current controls settings, identify the actions sharing the same key, move the less important action to another key and test the new binding. The v0.8 #1 patch also improved conflict detection and fixed incorrectly detected conflicts.
What is the best sprint setting in Bodycam?
Hold Sprint is a strong starting point because it gives you direct control over when you enter and leave sprint. You can still use Toggle if that feels more natural to you.
Should I use Hold or Toggle Lean?
Hold Lean is a good starting point for tactical play because you can expose yourself briefly and immediately return to a neutral position. If Toggle feels more comfortable, consistency matters more than following a universal recommendation.
What sensitivity should I use in Bodycam?
There is no universal best sensitivity. A moderate starting point is more useful than copying another player's exact setting. Community references commonly use roughly 300–800 eDPI, but this is a reference range rather than an official recommended value.
Does Bodycam have an FOV slider?
Bodycam's horizontal FOV is locked rather than offering a conventional adjustable FOV slider.
Does opening the Tactical Tablet pause Bodycam?
No. Opening the tablet does not pause a live multiplayer match, so use it from a safe position.
Does Bodycam support controllers?
Yes. The game supports gamepad input, although the v0.8 input system is still being refined. Keyboard and mouse are a strong starting point for players focused on competitive aiming.
Should I change all my controls after the Locked & Loaded update?
No. Start with the defaults and change only the controls that create a real problem. The most useful changes are usually sprint/lean behavior, combat accessibility, sensitivity and any key conflicts.
Final Takeaway
Bodycam's Locked & Loaded update changed more than the weapons and maps. It also rebuilt the way you interact with the game.
The new rebinding system, sensitivity improvements, hold/toggle options, Clear Keybinds feature and improved conflict handling make it worth checking your controls again if you're returning after a long break.
You don't need a completely custom layout.
Start with the familiar controls, switch Sprint and Lean to Hold if that suits your playstyle, choose a moderate sensitivity, make your important combat actions easy to reach and fix any key conflicts before they become a problem.
Then leave the setup alone long enough to build muscle memory.
The best Bodycam control setup isn't the one with the most custom bindings.
It's the one you stop thinking about when the fight starts.
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