These are the default controls for controlling Joe during gameplay.
| Action | Keyboard | Xbox | Playstation | Switch |
| Interact | Up arrow | |||
| Jump | C | |||
| Attack | X | |||
| Special Attack | Z | |||
| Sex | S | |||
| Tactical Stance | F | |||
| Map | M | |||
| Trailer mode | T | Unassigned by Default | ||
These may be rebound to other button, or combined action, at any time in the options menu.
These are moves that stem from the original moveset, needing a combination of buttons, and may require an item before the player is able to perform the action.
| Action | Keyboard | Xbox | Playstation | Switch |
| Break free (During Mashout Hold) | X | |||
| Hit Rhythm meter | X |
The gallery has a different set of controls to normal gameplay, each command has a controller glyph that changes depending on the controller that the player is using. For a list of the available commands, visit the gallery page.
These are controls that were once used in earlier versions of the game that were distributed to early patrons, these were removed with the full release of the game in version 1.00.000.
These assume a North American Keyboard layout and aren't available by default in controllers, though, they can also be rebound in the option menu.