PC Controls & Keybindings — RF ONLINE NEXT

RF ONLINE NEXT on PC delivers the full sci-fi MMORPG experience through keyboard and mouse input — precise skill activation, camera control, and menu navigation designed for the pace of faction warfare, Sacred Weapons deployment, and large-scale boss raids. Understanding the default control scheme and customizing your keybindings early saves hours of fumbling during combat and sets the foundation for efficient dungeon farming and PvP performance.

This guide covers default controls, keybinding customization, combat input optimization, menu navigation, and tips for PC players transitioning from other MMORPGs or from the mobile version.

Platform Overview

RF ONLINE NEXT is available on PC (Windows) and mobile (iOS/Android) with full cross-platform play. The PC client is the preferred platform for players who want:

• Precise camera and targeting control during PvP.
• Rapid skill activation through keyboard hotkeys.
• Larger screen real estate for UI elements during World Boss raids and Mining War.
• Netmarble Connect remote monitoring from mobile devices while playing on PC.

The PC version does not support controllers or gamepads. Netmarble has designed the game exclusively for keyboard and mouse, and no official controller mapping exists. Third-party key mapping tools can simulate controller layouts, but this workflow is unsupported and may conflict with anti-cheat systems.

Default Control Scheme

Movement

Action	Default Input
Move forward	W
Move backward	S
Strafe left	A
Strafe right	D
Auto-run / toggle run	(configurable)
Jump / dodge	(configurable)

Movement uses standard WASD layout familiar to PC gamers. Character movement is tied to camera facing direction by default, which matters during PvP when you need to kite enemies while maintaining attack angle.

Camera

Action	Default Input
Rotate camera	Mouse movement (hold right-click)
Zoom in/out	Mouse scroll wheel
Reset camera	(configurable)
Lock camera on target	(configurable)

Camera control is mouse-driven. Right-click-and-drag rotates the camera around your character. Scroll wheel adjusts zoom distance. During combat, camera management separates players who can track boss mechanics from those who lose orientation during chaotic World Boss fights.

Combat and Skills

Action	Default Input
Basic attack	Left mouse button
Target nearest enemy	(configurable)
Target cycle	Tab or (configurable)
Skill slot 1–8+	Number keys 1–8 (configurable)
Sacred Weapon deploy	(configurable)
MAU mount/dismount	(configurable)
Animus summon	(configurable)
Auto-battle toggle	(configurable)
Potion / ampoule use	(configurable)

Skills map to number keys by default. RF ONLINE NEXT supports auto-cast for skills — when enabled, abilities fire automatically when cooldowns expire. For dungeon farming (especially Android Junkyard AFK sessions), auto-cast is recommended. For PvP and boss mechanics, manual casting provides better timing control.

Sacred Weapons Controls

Sacred Weapons have dedicated input actions:

• Launcher deploy — place your Launcher at the cursor location or character position.
• Launcher recall / redeploy — manage Launcher position during extended farming.
• MAU mount — enter your Mecha Assault Unit. While mounted, your character HP is protected by MAU durability.
• MAU dismount — exit MAU for normal combat mobility.
• Animus summon — deploy the ultimate Sacred Weapon for burst damage phases.

Assign these to easily reachable keys. During Mining War and World Boss fights, Sacred Weapon activation speed directly impacts outcomes.

Interaction and UI

Action	Default Input
Interact / pick up	(configurable, often F or E)
Open menu	ESC or dedicated menu key
Open inventory	(configurable)
Open map	(configurable)
Open chat	Enter
Party / guild window	(configurable)
Quest tracker	(configurable)

Keybinding Customization

All key assignments are fully customizable through the in-game settings menu:

1. Open Settings from the main menu or ESC key.
2. Navigate to the Controls or Keybindings tab.
3. Select the action you want to rebind.
4. Press your desired key or mouse button.
5. Confirm and save.

Recommended Customization Priorities

Spend 10–15 minutes configuring these bindings before your first serious combat session:

High Priority:

• Skill slots 1–6 — map to keys your left hand reaches comfortably (Q, E, R, F, 1, 2, etc.).
• Sacred Weapon deploy keys — Launcher, MAU, and Animus must be instant-access.
• Potion/ampoule key — single key for emergency healing during PvP.
• Auto-battle toggle — quick access for switching between manual and auto modes.

Medium Priority:

• Target cycle — Tab or mouse side button for fast target switching in PvP.
• Interact key — convenient pickup during farming sessions.
• Map toggle — quick reference during Mining War navigation.

Low Priority:

• Menu shortcuts — inventory, character sheet, and guild windows.
• Chat key — Enter is standard; rebind only if you use a non-QWERTY layout.

Layout Tips for MMORPG Veterans

If you come from other MMORPGs:

• WoW/FFXIV players — map skills to 1–6, Q, E, R, F for muscle memory continuity.
• Action RPG players — consider mouse side buttons for Sacred Weapon deploy and potion use.
• MOBA players — camera unlock on mouse edge or spacebar can feel more natural than hold-right-click.

There is no universally optimal layout. The best keybinding scheme is the one your fingers reach without looking.

Combat Input Optimization

Manual vs Auto-Cast

RF ONLINE NEXT offers skill auto-cast toggles per skill or globally:

Mode	Best For
Auto-cast ON	Android Junkyard farming, Secret Nemesis Base mob clearing, AFK sessions
Auto-cast OFF	PvP (Mining Field, Battlegrounds), World Boss mechanic phases, Abyss Dungeon bosses
Mixed	Auto-cast basic attacks and filler skills; manual-cast burst abilities and Sacred Weapons

Toggle auto-battle and auto-cast from the battle settings menu or your configured hotkey. Switch modes when transitioning between farming and PvP content.

Targeting

Mouse targeting is primary on PC:

• Left-click an enemy to target and basic attack.
• Tab cycles through nearby targets — essential in PvP when multiple faction players surround you.
• Ground targeting for Launcher placement — click the desired deploy location.

During large-scale battles (Mining War National Battle, World Boss raids), target clarity matters. Reduce visual clutter in settings if you struggle to identify your current target among dozens of players and effects.

Camera Techniques

• Boss fights — zoom out for telegraphed attack visibility. Rotate camera to see ground debuff zones.
• PvP — keep camera at medium zoom. Too close limits situational awareness; too far reduces targeting precision.
• Farming — fixed camera angle with auto-battle handles mob clearing without constant adjustment.

Menu and System Navigation

Essential Menu Paths

System	Navigation
Zone Dungeons	Menu → Dungeons → Zone Dungeon
World Boss	Menu → Dungeons → World Boss
Biosuit switching	Menu → Character → Biosuit
Sacred Weapons	Menu → Sacred Weapons
Tech Link	Menu → Sacred Weapons → Tech Link
Keybindings	Menu → Settings → Controls
Auto-battle settings	Menu → Settings → Battle
Exploration Schedule	Menu → Exploration Schedule
Faction War / Mining War	Menu → Faction → Mining War

Memorizing these paths reduces downtime during time-limited dungeon sessions. Every second spent navigating menus inside Android Junkyard is a second of your 60-minute daily timer wasted.

Netmarble Connect

PC players can install Netmarble Connect on mobile to monitor or remotely control their character. This is not a replacement for PC controls but a supplementary tool for:

• Checking dungeon timer remaining while away from desk.
• Monitoring auto-battle progress during AFK farming.
• Receiving server notifications and event alerts.

Remote control through Netmarble Connect uses the mobile tap interface, not keyboard/mouse. Primary gameplay should always happen on the PC client for optimal control precision.

PC vs Mobile Control Comparison

Feature	PC	Mobile
Input	Keyboard + mouse	Touch (landscape)
Camera	Mouse drag + scroll	Touch drag + pinch
Skills	Key hotkeys + auto-cast	Tap skill icons + auto-cast
Controller support	None	N/A (touch only)
Customization	Full keybinding	Limited UI layout
Precision	High (PvP advantage)	Moderate
Cross-platform	Yes	Yes

PC players generally hold an input precision advantage in PvP content — Mining Field skirmishes, Battlegrounds, and Mining War National Battles reward the faster targeting and skill activation that keyboard/mouse enables.

Performance and Input Settings

Beyond keybindings, adjust these settings for smoother PC play:

• Graphics — match settings to your hardware. Frame drops during World Boss raids cause missed inputs.
• Auto-battle reaction radius — smaller radius for controlled farming; larger for open-field AFK.
• Automatic booster use — enable from general store settings for hands-free buff management.
• Party auto-battle target — set to leader focus fire for coordinated dungeon and raid runs.
• Effect visibility — reduce allied effect clutter in large battles if you lose target tracking.

Common Mistakes

• Using default bindings without customization — defaults work but are not optimized for your hand position.
• Not binding Sacred Weapon keys — fumbling Launcher deploy during boss fights costs DPS.
• Auto-cast during PvP — auto-cast wastes cooldowns on wrong targets and ignores mechanic timing.
• Ignoring camera controls — players who never zoom out die to ground effects they cannot see.
• Attempting controller setup — unsupported, potentially risky, and inferior to 15 minutes of keybinding setup.

Summary

RF ONLINE NEXT on PC is built for keyboard and mouse — fully customizable keybindings, mouse-driven camera and targeting, and no controller support. Configure your skill slots, Sacred Weapon keys, and potion bindings before serious play. Use auto-cast for farming, manual input for PvP and bosses, and treat keybinding setup as a one-time investment that pays dividends across every dungeon, raid, and faction battle.