Pokémon Legends: Z-A Controls Guide
Pokémon Legends: Z-A shakes up the traditional Pokémon formula with a new style of action combat, making it essential to master the controls for victory. This guide breaks down all the button inputs you need to know, including changes when using Focus mode.
Action Combat System
Pokémon Legends: Z-A features an action combat system, which means you’ll need to stay mobile while battling other monsters. To fight effectively, it’s important to understand how to move, roll, dash, and perform other actions seamlessly.
Basic Controls
| Action | Button/Input |
|---|---|
| Move | Left Stick |
| Camera | Right Stick |
| Crouch / Rise | Click Left Stick |
| Trigger Mega Evolution | Click Right Stick |
| Send Out Pokémon | D-pad Up |
| Call Pokémon Back | D-pad Down |
| Select Pokémon | D-pad Left & Right |
| Open Main Menu | O |
| Investigate / Talk | X |
| Dash | A |
| Roll | B |
| Open Photo Mode | Y |
| Open Map | Minus (-) |
| Throw Poké Ball | Plus (+) |
| Aim | Hold ZR |
| Reset Camera | L |
| Focus On Target | Hold ZL |
Controls While Holding ZL (Focus Mode)
| Action | Button/Input |
|---|---|
| Rotate Camera | R + Right Stick |
| Toggle Plus Moves On / Off | Plus (+) |
| Use Assigned Move | X / A / B / Y |
| Change Target | Right Stick |
Settings Options
Beyond the controls, you can customize your gameplay experience through the Settings screen. Here are the key options available:
- Gameplay Controller Rumble: Enable or Disable
- Text Speed: Slow, Normal, or Fast
- Minimap Rotation: Fixed or Rotate Camera
- Vertical Camera Controls: Regular or Inverted
- Horizontal Camera Controls: Regular or Inverted
- Camera Sensitivity
- Sound Settings:
- Background Music
- Sound Effects
- Pokémon Cries
Mastering these controls and customizing your settings will greatly enhance your gameplay experience in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Stay agile, focus your attacks, and enjoy the new dynamic battle system!
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