Parry in Spider-Man 2 has mixed opinions. Some players appreciated the addition, enhancing the combat dynamics, but faced challenges with its execution. Issues like the inability to cancel a dodge into a parry, as seen in other games, were highlighted. The timing and color coding of attacks for parrying is a little bit tricky.

How to Parry in Spider-Man 2

In "Spider-Man 2," you can parry by pressing the L1 button when facing an attack. Watch for a red aura around Spider-Man's head, indicating the correct timing for an offensive parry, or hold L1 to perform a defensive parry against weaker enemies.

1. To parry effectively, hold down the L1 button. This initial parry action acts more like a block, reducing the damage you take from enemy attacks. It's useful for regrouping in intense battles.
2. Against tougher enemies with relentless attacks, a basic parry won't be sufficient. For the real power of parrying, focus on heavy attacks, which are indicated by a red glowing outline before the enemy's strike lands.
3. To perform a perfect parry, be patient and wait until the yellow glow turns red. Then, press L1 just before the attack connects.
4. When executed correctly, Peter (Spider-Man) will use his spider arms to push back the enemy, while Miles (another character) will utilize Venom to create space between him and the attacker.
5. This technique is particularly valuable when facing bosses who string together heavy attacks, giving you the upper hand and a chance to counter their moves effectively.
6. Mastering the timing of the parry is key to becoming proficient at it in Marvel's Spider-Man 2.

Defensive Parry

Defensive parry creates a block that deflects attacks from weaker enemies, providing a defensive shield for Spider-Man. It's particularly useful for managing combat situations with multiple adversaries.

Defensive parry is not effective against tougher enemies, such as bosses or stronger enemy types. These adversaries can break through the defensive parry, causing Spider-Man to take damage and potentially stagger. This limitation necessitates the use of different parrying techniques for more formidable foes.

Offensive Parry

Offensive parry can be done only when a red aura appears around Spider-Man's head. This timing is hard and it requires some practice, but it allows Spider-Man to not only block the incoming attack but also to counter-attack immediately, turning the defense into an offensive move.

The red aura around Spider-Man's head is a visual cue indicating the opportunity for an offensive parry. It signals the player to press L1 at that specific moment to successfully counter-attack. Recognizing and responding to this cue is essential for mastering the offensive parry technique.