Welcome to our BACKROOMS: APPREHENSION guide. If you’re just starting out, the first thing you need to master is the control scheme. Whether you’re playing as a human or a monster, knowing what each button does can mean the difference between survival and a very unpleasant end. Here’s everything you need to know.
General Controls
You can rebind your keys in the settings, but here’s the default layout:
For Humans / Monsters in Human Form
| Key | Action |
|---|---|
| F | Toggle flashlight on/off |
| X | Open inventory (e.g., to drop ammo for teammates) |
| V | Hold to activate voice chat |
| E | Interact (pick up, open, insert) |
| G | Drop item |
| R | Reload (only if you have spare ammo) |
| Ctrl | Crouch |
| Shift | Run (stamina is limited) |
| Left Mouse Button | Emote – point your finger at something |
| Mouse Wheel | Emote – flip someone off |
| Right Mouse Button | Emote – raise your hands |
For the Monster
| Key | Action |
|---|---|
| Q | Drop / put on a player’s skin |
| F | Scream |
| Hold Left Mouse Button | Perform a long jump |
Evolution
| Key | Action |
|---|---|
| Z | Evolve (evolution meter must be full) |
| R | Release claw blades |
| Right Mouse Button | Ranged attack – throw a booger |
Final Thoughts
That’s the full breakdown of the basic controls in Backrooms: Apprehension. Whether you’re sneaking through dark corridors as a human or hunting prey as a monster, knowing your keybinds will give you a serious edge. Don’t forget to experiment with the emotes too—they’re not just for fun, they can actually help with communication in a pinch.
Got any favorite keybind setups or tips for new players? Drop them in the comments below. Good luck down there—you’re gonna need it.
More Guides:
- BACKROOMS: APPREHENSION – Weapons and Items Guide
- BACKROOMS: APPREHENSION – How to Disable Motion Blur & Head Bob
