Conquering the Concrete Alphabet: How to Snag that Elusive "A" in Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 2 (New York)
Ah, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 2. A game that brought us broken controllers, bruised thumbs, and the burning desire to shred like the Birdman himself. But let's face it, there's one letter in the New York level that haunts us all: the bold and beautiful "A". This seemingly innocent letter taunts you from its lofty perch, a constant reminder that your combo-fu is lacking. Fear not, fellow skaters! This guide will equip you with the knowledge (and maybe a dash of duct tape for your controller) to snag that "A" and finally spell S-K-A-T-E.
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| How To Get The A In Tony Hawk 2 New York |
Facing the A-Team: Understanding the Challenge
The "A" in New York chills on a ledge high above the fountain. Getting there requires some serious airtime, which, let's be honest, the tiny ramp nearby isn't exactly built for launching you into the stratosphere. Here's the catch: this isn't some Hollywood jump with a conveniently placed ramp of doom. You gotta be creative, a little bit nuts, and maybe channel your inner X Games champion.
Grinding Your Way to Greatness: The Two-Step Approach
There are two main ways to snag the "A":
The Ramp Approach: This is the "intended" method (according to the developers, anyway). You'll need to hit the small ramp at the edge of the fountain just right. Timing is key here. Launch too early and you'll eat concrete. Too late, and you won't get enough air. Think of it like perfecting your sourdough starter - it takes practice.
The Fountain Boneless: Feeling fancy? Ditch the ramp and try a boneless trick from within the fountain itself. This requires some serious speed and a healthy dose of "I can totally do this!" Land it right, and you'll soar past the "A" like a majestic (slightly bruised) bird.
Pro-tip: Practicing your manuals (balancing on your back wheels) can help you build up speed for the boneless approach.
Tip: Focus on one point at a time.
Nailed It! Now What?
So you snagged the "A"? High fives all around! Now go forth and conquer the rest of the level, stylishly collecting points and making those virtual pedestrians cower in fear of your mad skateboarding skills.
Remember: Practice makes perfect (or at least helps you avoid controller-throwing rage). Don't get discouraged if it takes a few tries. Besides, those wipeouts make for hilarious replay value, right?
FAQ - Frequently Asked "A"-spiration
How to get enough speed for the boneless trick?
Tip: Break long posts into short reading sessions.
Grind the rails and ramps around the fountain to build up your special meter. Once it's full, activate your special for a burst of speed.
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How do I land the manual?
Flick the right stick down while in the air to go into a manual. Keep your balance by tilting the stick slightly forward or backward.
Tip: Don’t just scroll to the end — the middle counts too.
How many times will I break my virtual neck before I get this?
Enough times to write a best-selling memoir titled "Confessions of a Digital Skateboarder." But hey, that's half the fun, right?
How do I make the pain of failing slightly more bearable?
QuickTip: Skim for bold or italicized words.
Blast some epic punk rock while you play. Trust us, it helps.
How awesome will I feel once I finally land that "A"?
More awesome than a flamingo wearing a tutu riding a unicycle. Basically, the most awesome you've ever felt in your entire life. (Okay, maybe a slight exaggeration, but you get the idea.)
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