Controls

Introduction

The Controls section covers input layouts and recommended specs for hololive Dreams across PC (Steam), iOS, and Android. PC supports keyboard, mouse, and gamepad input with two recommended control layouts (keyboard-only and gamepad). iOS and Android support touch input with two-finger tap layouts for Hard+ charts. Steam has minimum and recommended specs based on Unreal Engine 5. Use this section to find the right control layout for your device, optimize performance on lower-end hardware, and reduce input lag on touchscreen devices.

Platform & Spec Reference

Control Layouts

Core Mechanics

Each platform supports multiple input methods (keyboard, gamepad, touch) with full remapping in Settings. PC supports keyboard-only, gamepad, and keyboard + mouse hybrid layouts. iOS and Android support single-finger (Easy charts only) and two-finger touch layouts. Input lag is the biggest performance factor on touchscreens; disabling battery saver and closing background apps typically reduces lag by 20–30ms.

Advantages

Multiple input methods mean every player can find a comfortable layout regardless of device. Full button remapping on PC and gamepad lets you optimize your control scheme for cross-hand patterns. The game's controller low-latency mode is one of the better implementations in the rhythm genre.

Challenges

Single-finger touch on mobile is too imprecise for Hard+ charts — you'll need to use two-finger layout for any serious rhythm play. Mac support is limited to Apple Silicon; Intel Macs are not officially supported. Steam Deck performance is acceptable but not optimal; expect 40–50fps on Master charts with the recommended settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick Tips