Sprint Controls, Battle Speed & Party Swaps
Choose a sprint mode in Options, toggle battle speed during combat, and use Party to swap your active four after recruiting Nichol.
Quick answer
Choose a sprint mode in Options, toggle battle speed during combat, and use Party to swap your active four after recruiting Nichol.
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Move faster with the mode you prefer
With default controller bindings, move the left stick while holding Circle on PS5, A on Xbox or B on Switch. To change the behavior, open System Menu → Options → Gameplay → Sprinting Type. Custom bindings can differ.
| Mode | How it works |
|---|---|
| Hold | Hold the sprint button while moving. |
| Invert Sprint | Movement sprints while the sprint button is released; hold it to walk. |
| Toggle | Press the sprint button to alternate running and walking. |
Toggle battle speed during the battle
| Platform | Battle-speed control |
|---|---|
| PS5 | Triangle |
| Xbox Series | Y |
| Switch / Switch 2 | X |
| PC | Tab |
The lower-left combat prompt shows the speed control. From normal speed, two presses reach 3× speed. Change it on the battle screen; this is not a direct Settings-menu option. Return to a comfortable speed when you need to read a new enemy’s animation or warning.
Unlock party swapping in Chapter 3
Nichol joins through the Cave of Waters story in Chapter 3, giving you a fifth member. Open Menu → Party, select an active character and choose Remove from Party, then select a reserve and Add to Party. The active formation holds four. Reserve characters still gain EXP.
Party member roles · Plan equipment and AP · Chapter 3 route.
Sources and review
Reviewed 1 November 2026. Community gameplay references; compare the displayed objective and item description in your current version.