Hapunan controls rely on standard keyboard and mouse inputs for exploration, but several key mechanics—such as dialogue progression, item equipping, and street vending—require specific secondary keys that can easily confuse new players. Developed by YIKON GAMES INC and published by Neuroticfly Games, this indie psychological horror title casts players as Niko, a teenager working late-night shifts selling balut in Barangay Sakdudol.
Complete Hapunan Keybindings Reference
The game uses the following default PC inputs documented by official developer listings and in-game control displays.
| In-Game Action | Primary Keybinding | Secondary / Contextual Use |
|---|---|---|
| Look / Aim | Mouse Movement | Look around and aim flashlight / firearm |
| Movement | W, A, S, D | Arrow Keys also navigate movement |
| Run / Sprint | Left Shift | Move faster during vendor routes and escapes |
| Interact | Left Click | Pick up items, switch lights, close doors/windows |
| Zoom View | Right Click | Focus on distant objects, text, or characters |
| Open / Close Inventory | Tab | Access bag to select food items, permits, or tools |
| Cycle Inventory Items | A / D | Scroll left or right through owned inventory slots |
| Equip Item / Advance Dialogue | Spacebar | Cycle dialogues, equip held items, call street patrons |
| Use Active Item | F | Activate equipped tools (e.g., flashlight) or hand over items |
| Pause / Options | Esc | Pause the game or view system options |
| Throw Feed (Farm Segment) | C | Toss chicken feed inside cages in related farm modes |
Essential Control Mechanics and Common Input Hang-Ups
Hapunan blends narrative adventure tasks with job simulation mechanics. Several interactions do not rely entirely on standard left-click prompts, leading to moments where gameplay appears unresponsive unless the proper secondary key is pressed.
The Spacebar Dialogue Progression Quirk
During the opening dinner scene with Niko's mother, players must consume rice and dried fish (toyo) using Left Click to pick up the spoon and eat. Once the radio broadcast delivers the news regarding "pay to kill" incidents across the barangay, dialogue appears to pause. Multiple playthroughs show players getting stuck assuming the game froze.
In this sequence, Left Click stops advancing lines. You must press Spacebar to confirm Niko's responses, skip pauses, and transition out of the dinner conversation so you can stand up and receive your evening chores.
Managing Inventory with Tab, A/D, and F
Niko does not automatically hold items when they are added to his pockets. To prepare items such as the flashlight, balut basket, or official business permit:
- Press Tab to bring up the on-screen inventory strip.
- Use A and D to highlight the desired slot (or use your mouse cursor to select the item).
- Press Spacebar or click to equip the object into Niko's hands.
- Press F to interact or turn the selected tool on, such as switching on the flashlight beam in unlit alleys.
Contextual Controls by Story Chapter
Night 1: Household Preparation and Street Vending
Before heading out into the streets, Niko must complete three domestic objectives: lock two doors, close three windows, and turn off six light switches. All of these require walking up to the object and pressing Left Click or F. Once completed, grab the balut basket and flashlight from the side tables.
When arriving at the vending spot past the train tracks:
- Equip the balut basket via Tab and place it on the stand.
- Tap Spacebar repeatedly to call out to the neighborhood ("Baluuut!").
- When customers approach (such as Bong, Toytoy, or Madona), open your inventory with Tab, select the requested portions of balut or chicharon, and click to hand the food over.
- Click the prompt to collect cash payments (e.g., 20 or 50 pesos) or let customers keep the change.
- When leaving the area, the gated exit will be locked; you must enter the nearby shack, retrieve the gate key from Mang Berto's desk, and interact with the padlock to escape.
Night 2: Barangay Hall Deliveries
After waking up and speaking to Niko's younger brother Nixon and his mother, travel to the Barangay Hall to collect your official vending permit from the Barangay Captain.
After receiving the permit, the Captain asks you to help move supply boxes:
- Approach the box piles outside and press Left Click or F to pick them up.
- Carry them inside to the marked drop-off zone on the floor and click to place them.
- Niko's carrying capacity increases from two boxes to three across loads.
- Complete the chore to trigger a cutscene with an aggressive helper and receive a 500-peso payment from the Captain.
Night 3: Escape, Infiltration, and the Gunfight
On the third night, violence breaks out across the village:
- When attackers appear, sprint away using Shift toward the previously locked cabin trapdoor along the tracks.
- Descend into the underground hideout to find Niko's father inspecting evidence blueprints and suspect lists.
- Following a confrontation involving the Barangay Captain and Ashley, Mang Berto intervenes, allowing Niko and his father to retreat back home.
- The Ambush Showdown: Niko's father hands him a handgun and instructs him to hide behind the door. Dad counts from one to five as attackers enter the room. Once the door closes, aim with the mouse and press Left Click to shoot all intruders in slow motion. Maintain steady aim, as missed clicks during this slow-motion sequence will result in Niko's death and force a checkpoint restart.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why can't I advance the dialogue at the dinner table?
Left-clicking stops working during specific narrative lines in the opening sequence. Press Spacebar to register your response, skip the dialogue pause, and trigger the next task prompt.
How do I turn on the flashlight in Hapunan?
Pick up the flashlight from the house, press Tab to open your inventory, navigate to the flashlight using A/D or the mouse, press Spacebar to equip it, and press F to toggle the light beam on or off.
What key calls customers when selling balut?
Once your basket is placed on the vending table, press Spacebar to make Niko shout into the street. Customers will spawn and walk toward your stand after one or two shouts.
Can you rebind controls in Hapunan?
Hapunan does not currently offer custom keyboard remapping in its base settings menu. You must use the developer's default configuration (WASD/Arrows, Shift, Spacebar, Tab, and F).
