How do I turn manual aim on or off?
Aim mode and fire mode are separate toggles, which is why switching only one can leave the squad facing or firing unexpectedly.
Quick Answer
Press E to switch the aiming mode and R to switch the firing mode. For automatic play, open Options → Controls, set Manual Aim to Off, and set Auto Fire to On.
Steps
- During a run, press E once to change between manual and automatic aiming.
- Press R once to change between manual fire and Auto Fire.
- For a menu check, open Options, choose Controls, set Manual Aim to Off and Auto Fire to On.
Requirements / Limits
- The documented E and R keys are the default PC keyboard controls.
- Aiming and firing are independent; automatic aiming does not guarantee Auto Fire is enabled.
- Controller or custom-remap labels may differ from the defaults.
Common Mistakes
- Pressing E when the actual problem is that Auto Fire was toggled off with R.
- Assuming characters are bugged before checking both settings.
- Using Camera Movement; that accessibility setting does not change aim or fire mode.
Sources Checked
- Developer guide · accessed 22 August 2026Official Troubleshooting Guide
Developer-authored guide. Documents manual aim, map/mode unlock logic and the three-tier weapon path.
- Developer changelog · accessed 22 August 2026Yet Another Update 1.0.0b (Hotfix)
Developer hotfix, 21 August 2026. Latest public patch checked; it changes fixes and mission handling, not the unlock rules on these pages.