Get ready to elevate your web-swinging game! Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 on PS5 is packed with thrilling combat, an engaging story, and spectacular traversal options. But for the true Spider-Fans, the little details are what count—like the iconic Rubik’s Cube trick. This fun, gravity-defying maneuver is an Easter egg reference to Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and a fantastic way to earn bonus XP while stylishly dropping from the city's highest points.
This guide will break down exactly how to perform the Rubik's Cube trick as Peter Parker and offer a peek at Miles Morales' unique aerial stunt. Let's solve this puzzle mid-air!
Who Can Do the Rubik's Cube Trick? (Peter Parker Exclusive!)
First things first: the famous Rubik's Cube trick is exclusive to Peter Parker. If you attempt the same button combination with Miles Morales, he'll pull out his cell phone to text, a nod to his younger, more modern persona. While the cell phone trick is cool, the cube is the classic reference players are chasing!
Make sure you've selected Peter as your active Spider-Man before attempting this impressive feat.
Step-by-Step Tutorial: The Rubik’s Cube Trick
The key to this trick is performing it during a Dive or Free Fall from a great height.
1. Gain Altitude and Initiate a Dive
To give yourself enough time to complete the animation (Peter will actually solve the cube if the fall is long enough!), you’ll want to start high up. The top of the Empire State Building or any skyscraper is perfect.
Jump or Fall: Begin to fall from a tall structure.
Activate Dive (L3): While in free fall, press down on the Left Analog Stick () (click it like a button) to initiate the aggressive, head-first dive. You should see Peter accelerate towards the ground. Crucially, you only need to press once; do not hold it down.
2. Input the Trick Combination
Once Peter is in the dive state, you need to execute the trick input immediately. Precision and timing are key here!
Hold Square (): Press and hold the Square () button. This is the universal "Air Trick" button.
Pull Down on the Left Stick: While holding □, immediately pull the Left Analog Stick (L-Stick) down (towards you) and hold it there.
The Final Combination:
If done correctly, Peter will stop his head-first dive, pull out a Rubik’s Cube, and begin to swiftly solve it! Keep holding □ and the L-Stick down to maintain the trick.
Pro-Tip: Slow Motion
If you are struggling with the timing or want to capture an epic screenshot, you can use the game's Accessibility Optionsto slow down time.
Go to the Settings menu.
Select Accessibility.
Set a Game Speed Shortcut to one of your D-pad buttons.
Activate the shortcut (e.g., set speed to 30%) right after initiating your dive. This gives you all the time you need to input the combination and enjoy the animation!
Miles Morales' Equivalent: The Cell Phone Trick
While Miles doesn't get the Rubik's Cube, his unique dive trick is equally stylish and relevant to his character: he pulls out his cell phone.
Miles’ Cell Phone Trick Steps:
Activate Dive (L3): Jump from a high place and press the Left Analog Stick () (click it) to dive.
Hold Square (): Press and hold the Square () button.
Pull Down on the Left Stick: Pull the Left Analog Stick (L-Stick) down (towards you) and hold it there.
You'll see Miles pull out his phone and start scrolling or typing, proving that even superheroes need to check their feeds!
Why Bother with Air Tricks? (XP Bonus!)
The Rubik's Cube trick isn't just for show! Performing any air trick, especially extended ones like the Cube solve, grants you bonus Experience Points (XP). The longer you hold the trick, the more XP you earn. Use the momentum of your fall to chain tricks, perform spins with the L-Stick (while holding □), and maximize your XP gain before pulling up with R2to swing away safely.
Mastering this trick is a perfect way to casually level up Peter and celebrate a beloved Spider-Man reference as you patrol the stunning New York cityscape in Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. Get out there and start puzzling!
Find out exactly how to do this maneuver in the city's atmosphere with this quick guide: