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Kirby and the Forgotten Land
List of Controls
This guide lists all the game controls in Kirby and the Forgotten Land. Read on to see each type of controls and the useful button settings for playing.
List of Controls
Kirby One Player Type A Controls
| Action |  |
 |
|---|---|---|
 Move (Walk/Run) |
 |
|
 |
 |
 |
 |
Hold/Tap |
Hold/Tap |
 Attack/Swallow |
 |
 |
 Drop Ability |
 Hold |
 Hold |
 Use Items |
 |
 |
 Crouch Guard |
 /  |
SL/SR |
 Dodge |
/ + |
SL/SR + |
Kirby One Player Type B Control
| Action | |
|
|---|---|---|
Move (Walk/Run) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Hold/Tap |
Hold/Tap |
Attack/Swallow |
Hold |
Hold |
Drop Ability |
Hold |
Hold |
Use Items |
|
|
Crouch Guard |
/ |
SL/SR |
Dodge |
/ + |
SL/SR + |
Bandana Waddle Dee Type A Controls
| Action | |
|---|---|
 Move (Walk/Run) |
|
 Jump |
|
 Hover |
Hold |
 Basic Attack |
|
 Targetted Attack |
+ |
 Hovering Attack |
Hold |
 Crouch Guard |
SL/SR |
Bandana Waddle Dee Type B Controls
| Action | |
|---|---|
Move (Walk/Run) |
|
Jump |
|
Hover |
Hold |
Basic Attack |
|
Targetted Attack |
+ |
Hovering Attack |
Hold |
Crouch Guard |
SL/SR |
Useful Controls For Gameplay
Turn On Auto Swallow
Turning on the Auto Swallow in the Control Settings will help you transform and use that ability instantly. It will also prevent you from throwing and destroying your ability accidentally.
Use Guard
Most attacks will not damage you if you Guard, even against bosses. Make it a habit to block the incoming attacks, especially if they are unavoidable, to survive more while taking on the stages.
Slide In and Out
Another control worth mastering is the slide. You can slide away from the attacks quickly or use it to defeat bigger enemies you can't swallow, especially if you currently don't have any abilities. Also, note that you won't be invincible while dashing, so be careful as you will take damage if done wrong!
How to Slide
Dodge Attacks
Learning how to dodge attacks will give you a short time to reposition yourself at a better angle to beat your enemies. It can also activate a slow-motion effect if you dodge attacks at the right time.
Can Controls Be Changed?
Choose Control Type In-Game
| Controls Overview |
|---|
 Type A Controls |
 Type B Controls |
There are two types of controls in the game that you can freely choose from when taking on a stage. To change your controls, go to the options menu by pressing the + button, select the Control Settings, and choose the control type you prefer.
Nintendo Switch Button Mapping
As of April 13, 2020, the Nintendo Switch V10.0.0 system update added the option to change your controller button mapping. You can see more of the update patch notes on Nintendo's official site.
How to Change Button Mapping
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Kirby and the Forgotten Land Related Guides
All Tips and Tricks Guides
| Beginner's Tips and Guides | |
|---|---|
| How to Play the Demo | Multiplayer Guide |
| Online Features | What are Sparkling Areas? |
| Best Copy Abilities | How to Use Copy Ability Mix |
| How to Upgrade Abilities | Difficulty Differences |
| amiibo Compatibility | Secrets and Easter Eggs |
| Systems, Settings, and Controls | |
| List of Controls | How to Drop Abilities |
| How to Save | How to Heal |
| How to Dodge | How to Slide |
| Collectibles and 100% Completion | |
| Play Time: How Long to Beat | Post Game Contents and 100% Guide |
| How to Find Hal Room | How to Unlock the True Ending |
| Blueprint Locations | Rare Stone Locations |
| Star Coin Farming Guide | How to Get All Photos |
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