If you want to cross New York City like a bullet, you need to master the Point Launch. While standard web-swinging is great, a Point Launch lets you zip to a specific structure and instantly catapult yourself forward with a massive burst of speed.
Here is how to time it perfectly on your PS5.
Step-by-Step Guide
Look for a perch: As you fly or swing through the city, look at the edges of buildings, water towers, lampposts, or antennas.
Aim at the point: When a valid spot is in your view, you will see a small circle icon appear over it. Press and hold L2 + R2 together to zip straight toward it.
Time your launch: Right before Spider-Man’s feet actually touch the perch, press the Cross button (X).
If you time it correctly, you won't stop at all. Instead, you will sling yourself off the edge, gaining a massive, instant speed boost into your next swing or Web Wing glide.
Mastering the Point Launch Boost
Timing is everything here. If you press X too early, you'll just do a standard zip. If you don't press X at all, Spider-Man will land on the perch and lose all his momentum.
Pro Tip: Keep an eye on your skills menu! You can upgrade your traversal tree to unlock the Point Launch Boost skill. This increases the distance and speed of your launch significantly, making it one of the fastest ways to travel across the map.
Watch the Full Video Tutorial
Want to see the exact visual cue for when to press the jump button? Check out my full video walkthrough to see the Point Launch in action and master your timing!