Way of the Passive Fist Tips & Tricks

by Falagar / Articles, Misc. Guides / 07 Mar 2018

1) Enemies you can set your watch to

Each enemy in the game has specific attacks with specific rhythms. An enemy will be consistent throughout the game, so learn their timing!

2) Don’t mash!

Button mashing won’t help you succeed. Only timed, intentional button presses will see you emerge as a victor.

3) Gold and Gone!

Once you’ve scored enough points to earn a gold medal, concentrate on finishing the fight quickly to max out your time bonus.

4) Watch the Wanderer

The Wanderer will let you know when your Super Move is ready. Keep an eye out for the power effects emitting from the Wanderer.

5) Don’t neglect the Check

Your shoulder check ability can be used to push enemies around, but it also lets you take control of the fight and create your own opportunities (see Time your Power Punches).

6) Level Up and replay

If you have trouble earning Gold Medals in early chapters, you can return to them (in Story Mode) once you’ve earned stronger abilities (like Gravity Well) and dominate!

7) Don’t anticipate… REACT!

Don’t parry if you think an attack is coming! Wait until you see the windup or hear the tell. Don’t risk a whiff and a lost combo!

8) In a hurry? Dash em down!

You can dash through a tired enemy to defeat them, this is quicker than the shove, but you’ll miss out on the Final Touch point bonus.

9) Min-Max your way to Gold!

Getting Gold Medals is more than just not getting hit. Build multipliers, maximize your parries, and land Supers at just the right moment.

10) Time your Power Punches

You are vulnerable when throwing a Power Punch. A quick enemy can hit you during the wind-up, so use it wisely. An enemy dashing toward you is just asking to be punched!

11) Tweak the Difficulty

Don’t be afraid to experiment with the difficulty settings and find something that works for you.

12) You always have a chance!

With effective Parries and Dodges, you can always win a fight, even when you’re down to the smallest sliver of health. Never give up!

Falagar

He is the founder and editor of Magic Game World. He loved gaming from the moment he got a PlayStation 1 with Gran Turismo on his 7th birthday.
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