Keybinds & Controls
Our custom riding system introduces new controls and mechanics that allow players to have more control over their horses while riding.
Alongside the original SWEM gaits, players will have access to additional movements, including Extended Trot, Piaffe, Tölt, and Flying Pace depending on the training level of their horse.
Basic Riding Controls
| Control | Keybind |
|---|---|
| Increase Gait | Shift + W |
| Decrease Gait | Shift + S |
| Move Forward In A Gait | W |
| Slow Down In A Gait | S |
| Reverse (From Standstill) | S |
| Jump (Trot+) | Spacebar |
Additional Gaits & Movements
Certain movements require the horse to already be in a specific gait before the keybind can be used.
| Movement | Keybind | Required Gait |
|---|---|---|
| Extended Trot | W + Alt | Trot |
| Piaffe | W + Alt | Walk |
| Piaffe | S + Ctrl | Trot |
| Tölt | W + Z | Trot |
| Flying Pace | W + Z | Extended Canter |
Tölt and Flying Pace are exclusive to Icelandic Horses. Other breeds will not be able to perform these gaits.
Gait Indicator
In game, players have a gait indicator displayed above their hotbar, showing their horse's current gait.
The indicator provides visual feedback when changing gaits and will flash yellow when the horse is slowing down, press “W” while this indicator is flashing to prevent the horse from slowing down.
Jumping
Jumping uses a vertical indicator displayed alongside the gait indicator.
The bar displays jump heights in increments of 0.5 blocks, up to a maximum of 4 blocks, depending on the horse's individual statistics. Use your arrow keys (Up & Down) to modify how large or small your horse jumps.