In Spider-Man 2, a standout feature from the original game makes a return - the ability to execute aerial tricks while diving or swinging. Among these, the Rubik’s Cube trick stands out, intriguing yet challenging for many players. This trick involves your character solving a Rubik’s Cube puzzle mid-air, a task that has gained popularity in the gaming community. However, some players struggle to execute it. Here's a straightforward guide to mastering the Rubik’s Cube trick in Spider-Man 2.

How to Do Rubik's Cube Trick with Peter Parker:

1. Find a tall building in the financial district and jump off.
2. Click L3 to start a dive bomb.
3. While diving, hold the square button and pull down on the left stick.
4. Peter will pull out a Rubik's Cube and start solving it. If there's enough time, he'll solve it and admire his work.

This trick can be done while you dive from a high point, like the Empire State Building, and then engages specific controls. By pressing square and pulling back on the left stick during the dive, Peter pulls out a Rubik's Cube and begins to solve it.

When you attempt this, try to start swinging before you hit the ground or you'll splat on the ground.

To get better at this trick, you can practice over water or slow down the game speed.

Practice Over Water: If you're trying to pull off the Rubik's Cube trick, it's smart to practice over a body of water. This way, if you deploy the cube too late and can't complete the trick, you'll land in the water instead of crashing onto the road. It's a safer option to avoid a hard landing.

Slow Down Game Speed: The dive from even the tallest buildings in the game can be quite fast, making it challenging to complete the Rubik's Cube trick in time. To make this easier, you can adjust the game settings. Go into the settings menu and set one of your D-pad shortcuts to reduce the game speed to 30%. This slower speed gives you more time to execute the correct button combination for the trick, making it easier to complete without rushing.

Another interesting aspect discussed is the comparison of this feature with Miles Morales' abilities in the game. While Peter solves a Rubik's Cube, Miles, when performing a similar action, pulls out his cell phone.

To do this, hold R2 to jump off a building, making Miles face toward you. Then press L3 for a dive with his back to the building. Holding the square button and pulling the left stick towards you will make Miles take out his phone and start texting.

How to Do This Tricks with Miles Morales:

1. Miles' tricks are similar to those in the standalone Miles Morales game from 2020.
2. For a cool effect, have Miles perform a backwards dive by running to the edge of a building with R2 and not jumping. This makes him twist and dive backward.
3. Click L3 to enter the dive bomb state.
4. Holding square and pushing the left thumb stick up makes Miles rest his head on his arms while diving.
5. Using the same combination as Peter's Rubik's Cube trick, Miles will pull out his cell phone and start using it.

After executing the texting trick with Miles Morales, you can enter photo mode. This allows you to capture unique and visually appealing shots of these moments. There is beauty in doing this at sunset, which can add a dramatic backdrop to your photos. The game's photo mode offers a creative way to showcase these tricks, letting you zoom in and capture details like the Rubik's Cube being solved or Miles texting on his phone.

Graphics are a big deal in Spider-Man 2, especially when choosing between crisp images and smoother gameplay. If you're struggling to decide, the Fidelity vs. Performance mode comparison can be a great help. Additionally, if you're curious about the game's new features or need assistance with accessibility options, don't miss the comprehensive guide on game-changing features and enhanced accessibility.