Kirby and the Forgotten Land

List of Controls

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 Joycon Single Joycon

Move (Walk/Run)
Left Joystick Left Joystick
Jump A Right Arrow
Hover A
Hold/Tap
Right Arrow
Hold/Tap

Attack/Swallow
B.png Bottom Arrow.png

Drop Ability
Y
Hold
Left Arrow
Hold

Use Items
X. Up Arrow.png

Crouch Guard
L / R
SL/SR

Dodge
L / R + Left Joystick
SL/SR + Left Joystick

Kirby One Player Type B Control

Action Joycon Single Joycon

Move (Walk/Run)
Left Joystick Left Joystick
Jump B.png Bottom Arrow.png
Hover B.png
Hold/Tap
Bottom Arrow
Hold/Tap

Attack/Swallow
Y
Hold
Left Arrow
Hold

Drop Ability
Y
Hold
Left Arrow
Hold

Use Items
X. Up Arrow.png

Crouch Guard
L / R
SL/SR

Dodge
L / R + Left Joystick
SL/SR + Left Joystick

Bandana Waddle Dee Type A Controls

Action Single Joycon

Move (Walk/Run)
L

Jump
Right Arrow

Hover
Right ArrowHold

Basic Attack
Bottom Arrow

Targetted Attack
L + Bottom Arrow
(Use your joystick to aim)

Hovering Attack
Bottom ArrowHold

Crouch Guard
SL/SR

Bandana Waddle Dee Type B Controls

Action Single Joycon

Move (Walk/Run)
L

Jump
Bottom Arrow

Hover
Bottom ArrowHold

Basic Attack
Left Arrow

Targetted Attack
L + Left Arrow
(Use your joystick to aim)

Hovering Attack
Left ArrowHold

Crouch Guard
SL/SR

Useful Controls For Gameplay

Turn On Auto Swallow

Kirby and the Forgotten Land - 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

Kirby and the Forgotten Land - 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

Kirby and the Forgotten Land - Dashing
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

Kirby and the Forgotten Land - Dodging
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.

How to Dodge

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

Kirby and the Forgotten Land - How to Change 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

Kirby and the Forgotten Land - Change Controls

  1. From the Home screen, open up System Settings.
  2. Go down to Controllers and Sensors, and select Change Button Mapping.
  3. Select the controller you wish to remap.

    This is only compatible with Joy-Con Controllers, Pro Controllers, and the Nintendo Switch Lite.

  4. Remap the buttons inputs you need and you can save it as a preset.

Kirby and the Forgotten Land Related Guides

Tips and Tricks

Tips and Tricks

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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