To sidestep, you need the technique: 👉 X + Square (PS) or A + X (Xbox) 👉 On PC: WASD + X (Heavy Attack) or Shift + X
⚔️ MGR Pro Tip: There is no dedicated dodge button. 🚫
POV: You just started Metal Gear Rising and keep trying to press Circle to dodge.
"Haha, no. Buy 'Offensive Defensive' or hold Parry."
There is no "Circle/B" dodge. You need to buy from the Customization menu (Cost: 2000 BP).
How to actually dodge in Metal Gear Rising (since the game doesn't tell you well)