What are the default controls for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate?

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, 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 Super Smash Bros. Ultimate?

Every Super Smash Bros. Ultimate 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 Super Smash Bros. Ultimate 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 Super Smash Bros. Ultimate resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Super Smash Bros. Ultimate or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Nintendo Switch Controls

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The complete default keyboard control scheme for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, 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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14 actions mapped to the Nintendo Switch controller, grouped by category. Hover any button to read its action.

Attacks 5

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Standard Attack	`B●BA`
Special Move	`A✕AB`
Smash Attack	`R-Stick`
Grab	`RBR1R1R`
Grab (alt)	`LBL1L1L`

Defense 4

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Shield / Guard	`RTR2R2ZR`
Spot Dodge	`RTR2R2ZRD-Pad ↓`
Shield (alt)	`LTL2L2ZL`
Roll Dodge	`RTR2R2ZRL-Stick`

Movement 3

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Move / Run	`L-Stick`
Jump	`Y▲YX`
Jump (alt)	`X■XY`

System 2

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Pause	`MenuOptionsMenu+`
Taunt	`D-Pad ↑`

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Super Smash Bros. Ultimate controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate?: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, 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 Super Smash Bros. Ultimate?: Every Super Smash Bros. Ultimate 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 Super Smash Bros. Ultimate 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 Super Smash Bros. Ultimate resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Super Smash Bros. Ultimate or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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