Swing, Glide, and Soar: The Inside Scoop on One of Spider-Man 2’s Trickiest Achievements
If you’ve been grinding out Platinum trophies, you know that some games really put you through the wringer. Well, Spider-Man 2 isn’t one of those; it’s a joyride for trophy hunters. But that doesn’t mean it lacks its share of head-scratchers. One bronze trophy in particular—dubbed the “Soar” trophy—has gamers and even seasoned Spidey fans on their toes.
What’s All the Buzz About the Soar Trophy?
“The setup for this bronze trophy is the need to fly from the Financial District to Astoria using only your Web Wings.”
Yes, you heard that right. The objective is to soar like an eagle—or perhaps more like a spider—across New York City’s Financial District to Astoria without letting your feet touch the ground. It sounds straightforward, but trust us, it can be easier said than done.
The Starting Line: Financial District
“To unlock the Soar trophy, first head to the Financial District. This is located in the south-west corner of the map. When you hover over a district via the in-game map it will display the name of that location to make things easier.”
So first things first: zoom over to the Financial District. If you’re lost, the in-game map won’t fail you—hover over districts to see their names pop up. Get yourself a good perch, somewhere high up, preferably near the north-east corner of the Financial District.
Wind Tunnels: Your Best Friend on This Journey
“Scout around for wind tunnels, too, as you’ll need to get some uplift fast.”
A word to the wise: make sure you’ve finished the third main quest, “Show Me New York,” as it unlocks these wind tunnels, your lifeline for this venture.
“Quickly move towards a Wind Tunnel on the right and this should lead you through numerous buildings before eventually arriving at the ocean.”
The Finish Line: Astoria
“If done correctly, the Soar trophy will pop as soon as you reach the district.”
When you eventually glide through the skyscrapers and reach the waters, there’s another set of wind tunnels to glide through. If you’ve done everything correctly, that elusive Soar trophy will pop right as you hit Astoria. And remember, no cheating—no landing or web-swinging allowed!
Beyond the Trophy: Why Spider-Man 2 is a Must-Play
“If you’ve been holding off on buying a PS5, we’d argue that Spider-Man 2 is the best case yet to sell you the system.”
Insomniac’s Spider-Man 2 isn’t just about trophies; it’s a tour de force in its own right, bagging a five-star rating in our review. If you’re a superhero game aficionado, this game is your best excuse yet to splurge on that PS5 you’ve been eyeing.
So, there you have it—your foolproof guide to snatching the Soar trophy in Spider-Man 2. May your web wings be ever resilient, and your glide smooth!
Ready to step into Spidey’s shoes? What are you waiting for? Swing into action and let us know how your Soar trophy hunt goes!
