What are the default controls for Pikmin 4?

Pikmin 4, a strategy game, maps 15 actions to the Nintendo Switch controller. The complete button layout is shown on this page, free to read.

What buttons do you use in Pikmin 4?

Every Pikmin 4 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 Pikmin 4 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 Pikmin 4 resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Pikmin 4 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Nintendo Switch · 15 default controls

Pikmin 4 Nintendo Switch Controls

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The complete default keyboard control scheme for Pikmin 4, 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 Pikmin 4 controls

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

Pikmin 8

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Throw Pikmin	`B●BA`
Whistle / call Pikmin	`A✕AB`
Charge	`Y▲YX`
Lock-on target	`RTR2R2ZR`
Switch Pikmin type (next)	`RBR1R1R`
Switch Pikmin type (previous)	`LBL1L1L`
Swarm / form line	`LTL2L2ZLR-Stick`
Dismiss Pikmin	`Y▲YXX■XY`

Camera 2

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Move camera	`R-Stick`
Look ahead (recenter)	`LTL2L2ZL`

Oatchi 2

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Ride / dismount Oatchi	`X■XY`
Oatchi rush (hold)	`Y▲YX`

System 2

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Open map / tablet	`MenuOptionsMenu+`
Pause / Options menu	`ViewShareView−`

Movement 1

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Move leader	`L-Stick`

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Pikmin 4 controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Pikmin 4?: Pikmin 4, a strategy game, maps 15 actions to the Nintendo Switch controller. The complete button layout is shown on this page, free to read.
What buttons do you use in Pikmin 4?: Every Pikmin 4 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 Pikmin 4 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 Pikmin 4 resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Pikmin 4 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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