Open Your Spell Menu During Combat or in Town
To change spells in V Rising, press and hold the spell wheel button while in the game world. On PC, this is the middle mouse button by default. On console, it is the right bumper (Xbox) or R1 (PlayStation). A circular menu appears showing your currently equipped spells arranged in a wheel.
You can open this menu at any time — in combat, in town, or while exploring. The game does not pause when you open it, so in active combat you will still take damage. If you are in a safe area like your castle, you can change spells without pressure.
The spell wheel shows four spell slots arranged around a circle. Each slot holds one spell. Hover over a slot to see the spell name, what it does, and its cooldown time. The slot you are currently hovering over highlights in a brighter color.
Key Takeaways
- Open the spell wheel by holding the middle mouse button (PC) or right bumper (Xbox) or R1 (PlayStation), then click or press a direction to select a spell slot.
- You can only equip four spells at once, one in each slot on the wheel.
- To add a new spell to a slot, hover over an empty slot and select a spell from your learned spells list.
- Changing spells takes effect immediately — you do not need to confirm or save the change.
- You can rearrange spells between slots at any time, even during combat, though it is safer to do so in town.
Select a Spell From Your Learned Spells
When you hover over an empty spell slot on the wheel, a list of spells you have already learned appears. This list shows every spell you have unlocked through leveling, defeating bosses, or finding spell tomes. Scroll through the list using your mouse wheel (PC) or the up and down buttons (console).
Each spell in the list shows its name, the type of damage it deals, and a brief description of what it does. Select the spell you want by clicking on it (PC) or pressing the confirm button (console). The spell moves into that slot on your wheel immediately.
If a slot already has a spell in it and you select a different spell, the old spell is removed from that slot and returns to your learned spells list. You have not lost the spell — it is still available to equip again later.
Understand Your Four Spell Slots
V Rising gives you four active spell slots arranged on the spell wheel. Each slot corresponds to a direction: up, down, left, and right. When you open the wheel, you select a direction to cast the spell in that slot.
You can equip any combination of spells you have learned. There is no restriction on putting the same spell in multiple slots, though this is rarely useful. Most players arrange their spells by role — for example, one offensive spell, one defensive spell, one mobility spell, and one utility spell.
If you have learned more than four spells, you will need to choose which four to keep active. The spells you do not equip stay in your learned spells list and can be swapped in whenever you want.
Swap Spells Between Slots
To move a spell from one slot to another, open the spell wheel and hover over the slot that currently holds the spell you want to move. Select it again, and a menu appears showing your learned spells. Choose a different spell, and the old spell swaps out.
Alternatively, you can hover over an empty slot and add a spell there, then remove the spell from its old slot by hovering over that slot and selecting a different spell or leaving it empty. The order does not matter — you can arrange your spells however makes sense for your playstyle.
Learn New Spells Before You Can Equip Them
You cannot equip a spell until you have learned it. Spells are learned by leveling up your vampire, defeating certain bosses, or finding spell tomes hidden in the world. When you learn a new spell, it automatically appears in your learned spells list the next time you open the spell wheel.
Some spells are locked behind boss fights. You must defeat a specific boss to unlock their spell. Other spells come from leveling — you gain new spells at certain levels. Check your spell list regularly to see what you have unlocked and what is still available to find.
Change Spells in Your Castle or in Combat
You can change spells anywhere in the game world, but the safest time is in your castle or a quiet area. In active combat, opening the spell wheel leaves you vulnerable because the game does not pause. Enemies continue attacking while you browse your spells.
If you are in a tough fight and need to swap spells, move to a corner or behind cover, open the wheel quickly, make your change, and close it. In dungeons or boss fights, it is better to plan your spell loadout before entering rather than trying to swap mid-fight.
Once you close the spell wheel, your new spells are ready to use immediately. There is no cooldown or delay — you can cast them on your next action.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I have more than four spells active at once?
No. V Rising limits you to four active spells on the wheel at any time. You can learn many more spells and swap them in and out as needed, but only four can be equipped simultaneously.
Do I lose a spell if I replace it with a different one?
No. When you remove a spell from a slot, it returns to your learned spells list. You can equip it again anytime by opening the wheel and selecting it from the list.
What happens if I change spells during a boss fight?
The change takes effect immediately, but you remain vulnerable while the spell wheel is open. Enemies continue to attack. It is safer to plan your spells before entering a boss arena.
How do I know which spells I have learned?
Open the spell wheel and look at the list that appears when you hover over a slot. Every spell in that list is one you have learned and can equip. Spells you have not yet unlocked do not appear.
Can I rearrange my spells without removing them?
Yes. You can swap a spell from one slot to another by selecting it from a new slot. The spell moves to the new location, and the old slot becomes empty unless you fill it with a different spell.