What are the default controls for New Pokémon Snap?

New Pokémon Snap, a other game, maps 12 actions to the Nintendo Switch controller. The complete button layout is shown on this page, free to read.

What buttons do you use in New Pokémon Snap?

Every New Pokémon Snap 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 New Pokémon Snap 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 New Pokémon Snap resource?

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

New Pokémon Snap Nintendo Switch controls

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The complete default keyboard control scheme for New Pokémon Snap, 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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Camera 6

Action	Switch
Aim camera / look around	`R-Stick`
Take photo	`A`
Pan focus / move	`L-Stick`
Zoom in	`ZL`
Zoom out	`L`
Turbo / speed up	`ZR`

Tools 4

Action	Switch
Throw Fluffruit	`B`
Scan area	`X`
Throw Illumina Orb	`Y`
Play melody	`R`

System 2

Action	Switch
Pause / course menu	`+`
View map / route info	`−`

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

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New Pokémon Snap controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for New Pokémon Snap?: New Pokémon Snap, a other game, maps 12 actions to the Nintendo Switch controller. The complete button layout is shown on this page, free to read.
What buttons do you use in New Pokémon Snap?: Every New Pokémon Snap 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 New Pokémon Snap 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 New Pokémon Snap resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by New Pokémon Snap or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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