Instead of hitting Escape immediately, click through other tabs like or Controller first.
If the in-game settings remain inaccessible, you can bypass the game's engine entirely by remapping your keyboard at the Windows level. Instead of hitting Escape immediately, click through other
The core issue stems from how developer CI Games implemented the control system. Many actions—such as the for releasing stance mode, the 'E' key for interaction, or the 'U' key for scrapping weapons—are hardcoded into the game's engine. Because these are tied to specific game mechanics, the "Customize" option in the settings menu may appear empty, greyed out, or simply fail to save any changes you make. Fix 1: The "Hidden" Save Method Instead of hitting Escape immediately