- Noomiclone controls are physics-based: each button moves a specific body part in real time.
- Core buttons: Squat, Let Go, Stick, plus the new Twist buttons added in v2.1.0.
- Custom layouts: Use the UI Designer in Settings to build one button layout across all maps.
- Twist Speed setting lets you pick Slow, Regular, or Fast spin rotation.
- Show Taps draws your taps on replays so you can review your control timing.
Noomiclone Controls Overview
NoomiClone is a physics-based flipping simulator where success depends entirely on knowing exactly which body part to move and when. Unlike most parkour games that lock you into pre-scripted tricks, NoomiClone gives you direct, joint-level control of the ragdoll character Noomi. That freedom is the core appeal — and also why the learning curve feels surprisingly difficult for such a simple-looking game.
The control scheme is deliberately minimal. Early players describe it as "three buttons to see what you can do," but the game has grown since launch. The v2.0.0 update renamed Jump to Squat and brought it to the Bar gamemode, and v2.1.0 added dedicated Twist buttons for mid-air spinning along with the UI Designer for custom layouts.
Don't rush to remap everything on day one. Play a few sessions with the default layout first so you understand what each button physically does to Noomi's body before customizing.
Core Buttons Explained
Every action in NoomiClone maps to a body-part control. Here is how the main inputs work across gamemodes:
| Button | Function | Gamemode | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Squat | Compress legs to generate flip power | Bar / Tumbling | Formerly called Jump; added to Bar mode in v2.0.0 |
| Let Go | Release the bar mid-swing | Bar | Can switch to Stick or Twist mode since v2.1.0 |
| Stick | Lock a landing when feet touch ground | Bar / Tumbling | New Sticking mechanic from v1.7.4 |
| Twist L / R | Spin mid-air in either direction | All | Tap opposite to reverse; hold both to hold angle |
| Regrab | Catch the bar again mid-line | Bar | Mid-twist regrabs fixed in v2.2.0 |
Squat Control
- Power source for every flip
- Timing determines rotation speed
- Works on both bar and tumbling maps
Let Go / Stick
- Release or lock your position
- Combine both buttons in Settings
- Let Go can become Stick or Twist mode
Twist Buttons
- Mid-air rotation control
- Reverse by tapping opposite direction
- Hold both to freeze your twist angle
Noomi explodes on high-impact landings. Control your rotation speed and stick the landing before gravity finishes the job — the v2.0.0 update made this slightly more forgiving, but timing still matters.
Customizing Your Button Layout
Since v1.7.4, NoomiClone includes Button Layout Designers in the Settings menu. The v2.1.0 update unified this into a single UI Designer so one layout applies across every map — older per-map layouts were reset during that transition, so you only need to set up your buttons once.
Open the In-Game Menu
Access the menu introduced in v2.0.0. Navigate to Settings, then open the UI Designer to see your current button placement.
Arrange Your Buttons
Position Squat, Let Go, Stick, and the Twist buttons where your thumbs naturally rest. Keep frequently paired buttons close together for faster combinations.
Configure the Let Go Button
Decide whether Let Go stays as a release button or switches to Stick or Twist mode, depending on which gamemode you play most.
Set Your Twist Speed
Go to Gameplay settings and choose Slow, Regular, or Fast twist speed to match how quickly you like to spin.
Test on an Easy Map
Run several attempts on a familiar map. Use the replay clips from v2.2.0 to flick back through recent runs and check whether your layout feels natural.
The unified UI Designer means your setup carries over between Bar maps like Ladders and Spikes and Tumbling maps like Precisions — no more relearning layouts per map.
Control Settings Reference
Beyond button placement, several gameplay settings directly change how the controls feel:
| Setting | Options | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Twist Speed | Slow / Regular / Fast | How fast Noomi spins when twisting (v2.2.0) |
| Gravity | Adjustable | Changes fall and swing physics (v2.0.0) |
| Show Buttons | On / Off | Displays button overlays on replays |
| Show Taps | On / Off | Draws your taps on replays and saved videos |
| Combine Let Go + Stick | On / Off | Merges two buttons into one input |
| Slow Motion | Free for everyone | Practice rotation timing frame by frame |
Slow Motion used to be a paid add-on but is now free for everyone. Turn it on while learning new flip and twist combinations — it reveals exactly when each button press affects Noomi's body.
Practice Routine and Checklist
Because NoomiClone rewards muscle memory over raw reflexes, a structured practice routine pays off. The replay system added in v2.1.0 — expanded into per-attempt clips in v2.2.0 — is your best training tool. Reviewing your taps with Show Taps enabled shows precisely where your timing slipped.
| Skill | Difficulty | Best Practice Method |
|---|---|---|
| Basic backflip | ★★☆☆☆ | Tumbling map, slow squat timing |
| Regrab lines | ★★★☆☆ | Ladders map, chain Let Go and Regrab |
| Mid-air twists | ★★★☆☆ | Set Twist Speed to Slow at first |
| Mid-twist regrab | ★★★★☆ | Trampoline maps keep flips alive for practice |
| Long combo lines | ★★★★★ | Full map runs with replay review |
Controls Mastery Milestones:
- Land a clean backflip without exploding
- Complete a two-regrab line on a bar map
- Perform a full 360 twist and stick the landing
- Regrab the bar mid-twist
- Save a replay with Show Taps enabled and review it
Since the latest update, saving a replay renders straight to your Photos — no screen-recording dialog needed. You can set video quality, FPS, speed, and slow motion on the Save Replay screen before exporting.
FAQ
Q: What do the Noomiclone controls actually control?
Each button moves a specific body part. Squat compresses the legs for flip power, Let Go releases the bar, Stick locks a landing, and the Twist buttons rotate Noomi mid-air. This physics-based control scheme is what gives the game its unusual depth.
Q: Can I customize the button layout in Noomiclone?
Yes. Open Settings and use the UI Designer introduced in v2.1.0. One layout now applies to all maps, and the Let Go button can be switched to Stick or Twist mode.
Q: How do twists work in Noomiclone?
Tap a Twist button to spin in that direction, tap the opposite button to reverse, or hold both to hold your current angle. You can also pick Slow, Regular, or Fast Twist Speed in Gameplay settings, and mid-twist regrabs were fixed in v2.2.0.
Q: Is Slow Motion still a paid feature?
No. Since v2.1.0, Slow Motion is free for everyone. Players who purchased it earlier received 1000 NoomiCoins as compensation.