How to get XP fast in Spider-Man 2

Kraven the Hunter smirking at something below the viewer

Kraven the Hunter smirking at something below the viewer

In a hurry to unlock those new powers in Spider-Man 2? Crime never sleeps, and neither should you - but your time should still be used effectively. In this guide, we'll tell you how to get XP fast in Spider-Man 2.

You're in control of both Peter Parker and Miles Morales in Spider-Man 2, and they both have their own unique skill trees. The two Spideys also have a shared skill tree, so XP is even more important than it was in the first game - especially if you're hungry for the platinum trophy.

Before you get into the grind, check out our Spider-Man 2 guides hub! In it, you'll find our guide to skipping cutscenes so you're not wasting any time. For the real speed demons, you can also find out how to change the game's language - it's a speedrunning staple to play a game in Japanese, after all.

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Gliding around the city is a great way to stumble upon crimes.

How to get XP fast in Spider-Man 2

There are a few great sources of fast XP in Spider-Man 2, and completionists will be glad to hear that they're actually quite fun. Casual fans will also find that grinding for XP is a great way to see more of the game's content and lovingly-crafted open world.

Main missions should be your primary target for getting XP. They give thousands of experience points when completed, and are a lot of fun to play through, thanks to the game's great cast of voice talent.

Outside of the story, there are plenty of side quests to complete, ranging from photo ops to stopping crimes. These activities don't give as much experience as story missions, but are easy to stumble across as you explore the open world.

You can also perform tricks to get XP as you swing and web-glide through New York City, though the yield there is also quite low.

For now, that's all we know about getting XP fast in Spider-Man 2. This guide will be updated as more strategies for quick XP are discovered.

We have plenty of other guides for you to check out in the meantime - if you're curious about crouching on rooftops or healing from your wounds, we'll answer all of your Spider-Man 2 questions here on Gfinity Esports.