Mario Party Superstars features simple and intuitive controls, primarily utilizing the Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons or Pro Controller. Most actions are performed with the A button for confirmation, B for canceling, and the left analog stick for movement. During minigames, controls can vary wildly, but the game always provides clear on-screen instructions before each minigame begins. Pay close attention to these prompts to master every challenge.
- Left Analog Stick: Move character, navigate menus.
- A Button: Confirm selections, jump (in some minigames), perform actions.
- B Button: Cancel selections, back out of menus.
- X Button: View map (on board), open character info.
- Y Button: View rules (on board), open minigame instructions.
- + Button: Pause game, open options menu.
- - Button: View current turn info.