What are the default controls for Xenoblade Chronicles 3?

Xenoblade Chronicles 3, a rpg 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 Xenoblade Chronicles 3?

Every Xenoblade Chronicles 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 Xenoblade Chronicles 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 Xenoblade Chronicles 3 resource?

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

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Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Nintendo Switch Controls

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The complete default keyboard control scheme for Xenoblade Chronicles 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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15 actions mapped to the Nintendo Switch controller, grouped by category. Hover any button to read its action.

Battle 6

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Draw Weapon / Confirm	`B●BA`
Interlink / Ouroboros	`D-Pad ←`
Chain Attack	`MenuOptionsMenu+`
Switch Character	`LTL2L2ZLLBL1L1L`
Target Enemy	`RBR1R1R`
Battle Menu (hold)	`ViewShareView−`

Arts 5

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Class Art 1	`Y▲YX`
Class Art 2	`X■XY`
Class Art 3	`A✕AB`
Art Fusion	`RTR2R2ZR`
Master Arts	`D-Pad ↑`

Movement 2

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Move	`L-Stick`
Jump / Cancel	`A✕AB`

Camera 2

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Control Camera	`R-Stick`
Reset Camera	`RSR3R3RS`

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Xenoblade Chronicles 3 controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Xenoblade Chronicles 3?: Xenoblade Chronicles 3, a rpg 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 Xenoblade Chronicles 3?: Every Xenoblade Chronicles 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 Xenoblade Chronicles 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 Xenoblade Chronicles 3 resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Xenoblade Chronicles 3 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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