In Hoops Life, knowing your controls is the key to dominating the court. Whether you’re playing on PC or console (Xbox/PlayStation), mastering both movement and skillful maneuvers will elevate your gameplay.
From dribbling to dunking, the game offers a range of control options that can help you outplay opponents and achieve victory. This guide will cover the essential controls and give you a rundown of advanced techniques like double clutching, passing, and executing jaw-dropping dunks. Let’s dive in!
Hoops Life PC Controls
On PC, players can utilize a combination of keyboard keys and mouse actions to navigate the court and perform various moves. Here’s a detailed list of the most important commands:
- 1,2,3,4 – Overhead Pass
- B + 1,2,3,4 – Backboard Lob
- E – Perform a layup
- E – Shoot
- Esc – Access menu
- F – Pass to a teammate / Rebound
- G – Guard
- H – Switch Hands
- Left Mouse Button (LMB) – Attempt steals / Shoot
- M – Squad
- P – Drop Ball
- Q & E (With Ball) – Execute dribbling moves
- R – Dunk
- Shift (Hold) – Increase speed / Sprint
- Shift + 1,2,3,4 – Chest Pass
- Spacebar – Jump to block shots or contest passes
- T + 1,2,3,4 – Normal Lob
- Tab – Follow people in gym
- V – Screens / Self Lob
- W, A, S, D / Arrow Keys – Move your player
- X – Step Back
- XX – Between the legs
- Z in Left Hand, C in Right Hand – Hesi
- Z in Right Hand, C in Left Hand – Cross
- ZX, CX – Behind the back
- ZXC, CXZ – Spin
- ZXZ, CXC – Fake Spin
Hoops Life Console Controls (Xbox/PlayStation)
Console players will enjoy intuitive controls with button mappings designed for quick and precise actions. Whether you’re playing on Xbox or PlayStation, here’s a breakdown of your essential commands:
- A – Drop Ball
- A, B, X, Y – Overhead Pass
- A/X – Jump
- A/X (With Ball) – Pass
- B – Screens
- B/Circle – Layup
- D-Pad – For communication or plays
- LB – Follow people in gym
- LB + A, B, X, Y – Normal Lob
- LB + A, B, X, Y + Sprint – Backboard Lob
- Left Analog Stick – Move
- LT/L2 (Hold) – Face basket or defender
- RB – Rebound / Squad
- Right Analog Stick (Flick) – Execute dribble moves
- Right Stick Click – Self Lob
- RT + A, B, X, Y – Chest Pass
- RT/R2 (Hold) – Sprint
- X/Square – Attempt steals / Shoot
- Y/Triangle – Dunk
Advanced Dribbling (Xbox)
Whether you’re using the D-pad or the right analog stick on Xbox, mastering dribbling moves is essential for beating defenders and executing flashy plays. Here are the controls to perfect your dribbling:
D-Pad Dribbling (Xbox)
- Behind the back – D-pad Left + D-pad Down, D-pad Right + D-pad Down
- Between Legs – D-pad Down + D-pad Down
- Cross – D-pad Left in Right Hand, D-pad Right in Left Hand
- Fake Spin – D-pad Left + D-pad Down + D-pad Left, D-pad Right + D-pad Down + D-pad Right
- Hesi – D-pad Left in Left Hand, D-pad Right in Right Hand
- Spin – D-pad Left + D-pad Down + D-pad Right, D-pad Right + D-pad Down + D-pad Left
- Stepback – D-pad Down
Right Stick Dribbling (Xbox)
- Behind the back – Flick Left + Flick Down, Flick Right + Flick Down
- Cross – Flick Left in Right Hand, Flick Right in Left Hand
- Fake Spin – Flick Up
- Hesi – Flick Left in Left Hand, Flick Right in Right Hand
- In Between Legs – Double Flick Down (Really Fast)
- Spin – Flick Left + Flick Down + Flick Right, Flick Right + Flick Down + Flick Left
- Stepback – Flick Down
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I double clutch in Hoops Life?
To perform a double clutch, take a forceful step toward the basket. In the second phase, plant your pivot foot to establish a strong base. Then, initiate your move and shift the defender to one side to make the shot.
How do I pass in Hoops Life using a controller?
To pass, press R1 (PlayStation) or RB (Xbox), then hit X, Square, Circle, or Triangle (PlayStation) or A, B, Y, or X (Xbox), depending on which teammate you’re passing to.
How do I dunk in Hoops Life Roblox?
To dunk, press Spacebar on PC, Y on Xbox, or Triangle on PlayStation when near the basket.
What are the controls for Roblox Hoops Life on PC and console?
The controls for Hoops Life are split between PC and console platforms. Refer to the sections above for detailed listings of keyboard and mouse commands (PC) and button mappings (Xbox/PlayStation).
Final Words
Mastering these controls will help you dominate on the court, whether you’re playing on PC or console. Knowing how to perform complex moves, like double clutching and advanced dribbling, will give you a competitive edge in Hoops Life. Keep practicing these techniques, and soon you’ll be the one taking home all the trophies!
