REFramework is a powerful modding and scripting platform for games built on the RE Engine, including modern Resident Evil titles, Monster Hunter Rise, and Street Fighter 6. One of its most popular features is the Free Camera (Freecam), which detaches the in-game camera from the player character. This opens up possibilities for virtual photography, scene exploration, cinematic shots, and boundary-breaking gameplay.
Here’s a step-by-step guide on installing, activating, and mastering Freecam.
1. Prerequisites: Installing REFramework
Before using Freecam, ensure REFramework is installed for your game.
Steps:
- Download REFramework
- Obtain the latest stable release directly from the official REFramework download page.
- For more details about REFramework and its features, visit the official homepage.
- Install REFramework
- Extract the downloaded
.zipinto your game’s root directory (the folder containing the game’s.exe). - Ensure that
dinput8.dlland thereframeworkfolder are placed directly in this directory.
- Extract the downloaded
Once installed, REFramework integrates with the game, giving access to its menu and Freecam functionality. For a comprehensive overview of REFramework’s capabilities, see the official documentation.
2. Activating Free Camera
Freecam is typically toggled with a dedicated hotkey.
Steps:
- Open the REFramework Menu
- Launch your game and press the default GUI key (
InsertorScroll Lock) to open the REFramework interface.
- Launch your game and press the default GUI key (
- Locate Freecam Options
- Navigate to the Configuration section or the dedicated Freecam tab.
- Toggle Freecam
- Default toggle key:
Insert - Tip: If
Insertconflicts with opening the GUI, rebind one of the actions in Configuration.
- Default toggle key:
Essential Freecam Keys:
| Key | Action |
|---|---|
Insert | Enable / Disable Freecam |
Del | Toggle HUD for clean screenshots |
Numpad 0 | Pause / Unpause the game |
When active, Freecam detaches the camera from your character. You’ll notice that your character no longer follows camera movements.
3. Freecam Controls
Freecam uses keyboard and mouse input for navigation, often relying on the Numpad.
Camera Movement & Rotation
| Input | Function |
|---|---|
| Mouse | Rotate camera (Look Around) |
| W/A/S/D | Move forward / left / backward / right (Strafe) |
| Numpad 7 | Move camera Up |
| Numpad 9 | Move camera Down |
| Arrow Keys | Pitch / Yaw (alternative to mouse) |
| Numpad 1 / 3 | Tilt camera Left / Right (Roll) |
| Numpad 2 | Reset camera tilt |
Speed Modifiers
| Input | Function |
|---|---|
Ctrl + Movement Key | Slow movement / rotation |
Alt + Movement Key | Fast movement / rotation |
Field of View (FoV)
| Input | Function |
|---|---|
Numpad - | Decrease FoV (Zoom In) |
Numpad + | Increase FoV (Zoom Out) |
Numpad * | Reset FoV |
Game State Controls
| Input | Function |
|---|---|
| Numpad 0 | Pause / Unpause game |
| Home | Lock / Unlock camera movement |
| Page Down | Skip frames while paused |
Numpad . | Block / unblock input to the game |
4. Saving & Restoring Camera States
REFramework allows saving camera positions, rotations, and FoV for quick recall:
| Input | Function |
|---|---|
| Ctrl + F1/F2/F3 | Save current camera state to slot 1/2/3 |
| F1/F2/F3 | Restore camera state from slot 1/2/3 |
This is useful for cinematic shots or repeating precise camera angles.
5. Advanced Tips & Troubleshooting
- Pausing Cutscenes: Some cutscenes ignore the standard pause. Pause the game, hide the HUD (
Del), then enable Freecam (Insert). - Rebinding Keys: If default controls conflict with other mods, reassign them in Configuration.
- Disable Player Movement: In some games, enabling Freecam may still move the player. Use Disable Character Movement in Freecam settings. If the character gets stuck, re-enable Freecam, uncheck the option, then disable Freecam again.
- Lua Freecam Scripts: Community Lua scripts extend Freecam functionality beyond the built-in options and can be run via REFramework’s ScriptRunner menu.
6. Conclusion
Mastering Freecam in REFramework gives complete control over your in-game perspective. It’s perfect for capturing stunning screenshots, exploring hidden areas, or creating cinematic videos.
For downloads and installation instructions, check out the official REFramework download page. For a full overview of REFramework’s features, visit the comprehensive documentation.