What are the default controls for Bayonetta 3?

Bayonetta 3, a action game, maps 14 actions to the Nintendo Switch controller. The complete button layout is shown on this page, free to read.

What buttons do you use in Bayonetta 3?

Every Bayonetta 3 action is mapped to its Nintendo Switch button on this page — face buttons, triggers, sticks and the d-pad — so you can see the whole control scheme at a glance.

Can you remap Bayonetta 3 controls?

These are the game's default bindings. Remapping depends on the title and the Nintendo Switch's system button-mapping options.

Is this an official Bayonetta 3 resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Bayonetta 3 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Nintendo Switch · 14 default controls

Bayonetta 3 Nintendo Switch Controls

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The complete default keyboard control scheme for Bayonetta 3, grouped by category and free to read. These are the game's default bindings — most can be remapped in the in-game settings.

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All Bayonetta 3 controls

14 actions mapped to the Nintendo Switch controller, grouped by category. Hover any button to read its action.

Combat 6

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Punch	`Y▲YX`
Kick	`B●BA`
Dodge / Witch Time	`RTR2R2ZR`
Shoot (hold)	`X■XY`
Lock-On	`RBR1R1R`
Taunt	`D-Pad ↓`

Movement 3

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Move	`L-Stick`
Jump	`A✕AB`
Camera	`R-Stick`

System 3

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Pause / Menu	`MenuOptionsMenu+`
Inventory / Items	`ViewShareView−`
Navigation Marker	`LSL3L3LS`

Demon 2

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Demon Slave (hold)	`LTL2L2ZL`
Demon Masquerade	`LTL2L2ZLL-Stick`

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Bayonetta 3 controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Bayonetta 3?: Bayonetta 3, a action game, maps 14 actions to the Nintendo Switch controller. The complete button layout is shown on this page, free to read.
What buttons do you use in Bayonetta 3?: Every Bayonetta 3 action is mapped to its Nintendo Switch button on this page — face buttons, triggers, sticks and the d-pad — so you can see the whole control scheme at a glance.
Can you remap Bayonetta 3 controls?: These are the game's default bindings. Remapping depends on the title and the Nintendo Switch's system button-mapping options.
Is this an official Bayonetta 3 resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Bayonetta 3 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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