Combat Controls Redux
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #120 of 382 Gameplay Mechanics mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This Mod is an adaption of the work of DjStln (DJ-STLN), who created the original Combat Controls Mod.
Simple tweaks to the game controls that turns the character in the direction of your Mouse-Click. This makes dealing with creeps more intuitive and natural. Especially the flying creeps. The mod also adds auto swing for melee weapons. Club ground slam spam attack and some slick moves.
Install
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[]Install the latest version of SMAPI.
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]Install via Vortex or unzip the mod folder into Stardew Valley/Mods. - (optional) Install Generic Mod Config Menu for easy config setting management.
Description
This Mod is intended to be used with a mouse. That is it's primary reason for existence. This mod does support controller use but does not attempt to do facing direction changes relative to the controller cursor. The controller cursor in combat is a pain anyway.
This mod should support split screen properly.
Config
Customizable preferences with built-in config menu (requires Generic Mod Config Menu).
You may also edit the config.json file directly.
Fixed Mouse click. Character facing direction
Config setting = Mouse Fix.
Turns the character in the direction of your mouse click. This functions with Swords, Clubs, Daggers and Scythe.
It also operates with the dagger special attack (right click).
Tools like the pickaxe operate as they normally do in the game.
The game's normal functions for turning a character with mouse clicks check what specific tile is clicked,
requiring that the exact tile next to the character is clicked in order to turn the character towards it.
This mod makes it so that clicking in the general direction of a tile is enough to turn the character.
Regular Tools fix
If Mouse fix is enabled then regular tools will get the facing direction fix. You may not be able to hit diagonal tiles with this enabled.
Auto Swing
Config setting = Auto Swing.
Holding the Use Tool button down (left click) will continuously swing the weapon. For swords and clubs.
Auto Swing Dagger
Config setting = Auto Swing Dagger.
Holding the Use Tool button down (left click) will continuously attack with a dagger. Daggers attack very fast and auto swing can be very effective.
Slick Moves!
Config setting = Slick Moves.
Slick Moves does not function unless Mouse Fix is also enabled (true).
Combat Controls Redux by NormanPCN adds melee combat options including mouse click character direction change, weapon auto swing, and club spam attack. With 1,599 endorsements and 126,750 downloads, it's a popular gameplay tweak for players seeking smoother melee controls.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 1,599 endorsements and over 126k downloads.
- Adds practical melee options that improve combat fluidity.
- Lightweight gameplay tweak that doesn't overhaul the whole system.
⚠️ Cons
- No mention of supported game versions, so may not work with latest patches.
- Limited to melee combat; no changes to ranged or magic controls.
For players who find default melee combat clunky and want more responsive controls. Great for melee-focused builds. Skip if you're happy with vanilla combat or prefer full overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check the mod's forum or comments for any known compatibility issues with your game version.
- Test the new controls in a safe area to get used to the auto swing and direction change.
- If you use other combat mods, load this one after them to avoid conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Stardew Valley Mods
- Author
- NormanPCN
- Version
- 1.4.3
- Downloads
- 126,750
- Endorsements
- 1,599
- Category
- Gameplay Mechanics
- Created
- 1/3/2022
- Updated
- 7/12/2026
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