Web-Slinging is Great, But Even Spidey Needs a Break: A (Slightly Tongue-in-Cheek) Guide to the NYC Subway in Marvel's Spider-Man PS4
Okay, true believers, we all know the majesty of swinging through the neon jungle of Manhattan in Marvel's Spider-Man PS4. It's exhilarating, it's iconic, and it makes you feel, well, pretty darn spidey. But let's be honest, even a hero with super stamina needs a breather now and then. That's where the humble NYC subway comes in, your friendly neighborhood fast-travel option.
Now, you might be thinking, "Subway? In a Spider-Man game? Isn't that, like, cheating?" Look, web-slinging is awesome, but there's something undeniably satisfying about zipping from Harlem to Chinatown in seconds flat – especially when you've gotta snag those pesky pigeons before they, you know, unleash their reign of terror.
But First, You Gotta Unlock Those Turnstiles, True Believer
Yes, there's a catch (of course there is). You won't be able to hop on the A train to Brooklyn right from the get-go. Fear not, web-head! You'll unlock fast travel – which utilizes the subway system – a little later in the main story, after a mission called "Wheels Within Wheels." Once that objective is webbed up, you'll be good to go.
How to Actually Ride (Spoiler Alert: It's Not That Complicated)
Here's the nitty-gritty. Open up your map with the touchpad (fancy, huh?). See all those neat little icons scattered around the city? Those are your fast travel points, representing various subway stations. Hover over the one you crave, and press and hold X to fast travel.
BAM! A quick animation of Spidey hopping on a train, and next thing you know, you're right where you need to be, ready to take down some bad guys or snag another collectible. Easy as swinging off a lamppost (which you're also very good at, by the way).
Pro-Tips for the Savvy Subway Rider (Because Even Spidey Needs Shortcuts)
- Gotta snag that trophy? There's one called "Born to Ride" that requires you to use fast travel (read: ride the subway) five times. Easy peasy, lemon squeezy.
- Time is of the essence, hero! Fast travel is the absolute quickest way to get around the city. Forget hailing a cab (they never stop for you anyway) – the subway is your best friend.
- Who needs to know the secret identity of Spider-Man? Not the subway conductor. No need to worry about awkward conversations or fare – fast travel is all about efficiency, my friend.
So there you have it, web-slingers! Now you're a certified subway master, ready to navigate the city that never sleeps (except maybe when Spidey takes a nap – but that's a story for another time). Remember, with great power comes great responsibility, and the responsibility to use the darn subway when your webs get tired.
