High on Life 2 is here on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, and it’s even wackier, weirder, and greater than the unique recreation. Whereas not each a part of this new sci-fi comedy FPS works, there’s nonetheless lots of enjoyable available within the sequel, that includes new speaking weapons and bigger worlds to discover. That will help you out in your journey to save lots of humanity (once more), we’ve put collectively an inventory of 13 suggestions that it’s best to know earlier than hopping into Excessive on Life 2.
Discuss to folks!
Excessive on Life 2 is at its greatest when it isn’t forcing you to combat dozens of aliens with residing weapons. The place this sequel excels is when it’s telling jokes, and lots of one of the best ones can solely be discovered by speaking to NPCs. And it’s best to maintain speaking to NPCs, as most of them could have many bits of dialogue and jokes. Likewise, if the sport permits you to do one thing time and again, like kiss somebody at a kissing sales space, it’s normally a good suggestion to do it a number of occasions and see if the NPCs react in another way. They usually do, and it might probably result in some wild moments.
Sit down when watching TV or films
There are a number of full-length films in Excessive on Life 2 which you could watch in a number of locations, together with on Gene’s TV in the primary hub space of the sport. However in the event you stand there and watch these films, the background music and audio of the sport will nonetheless be heard. So sit down, which is usually an possibility close to the display, and also you’ll get a greater view and received’t be distracted by all of the noise.
When informed to discover the town, do it
At sure factors in High on Life 2, characters will let you know to go take a look at the town and discover whereas they get your subsequent missions prepared. And it’s best to do that! Exploring the big multi-area world of Circuit Arcadia will usually reveal new NPCs to joke round with, however extra importantly, there are many hidden puzzles to unravel to unlock extra forex, uncommon upgrades, and new cosmetics on your speaking gun buddies.
Purchase upgrades at your property base
Talking of upgrades, fairly early on in Excessive on Life 2 you’ll acquire entry to a store inside your essential HQ. Cease by right here frequently to purchase upgrades on your weapons to make them extra highly effective and helpful. And don’t fear about spending an excessive amount of cash, as Gene will provide you with more money in the event you want it for a selected improve that’s required for progressing ahead.
Use your Gatlian particular skills usually
It is vitally straightforward to neglect that all your speaking weapons in Excessive on Life 2 have particular, secondary skills. However don’t do this. As an alternative use them, and use them loads. Specifically, Sweezy’s skill to cease time in a selected space could be very highly effective and works on some bosses. I additionally suppose Gus’ magma disc could be very highly effective towards more durable enemies. The purpose is, use these skills usually. And to assist with that…
Drink a number of Bounty Hunter vitality drink
Dotted round almost each stage of Excessive on Life 2 are merchandising machines that spit out cans of vitality drink. These are helpful as you may pop one open by hitting the particular skill button (RB on Xbox) and refill your gun’s particular meter immediately. This allows you to pop their secondary actions way more usually throughout fight. And don’t fear, there are such a lot of merchandising machines round, you may drink up as a lot as you need.
Use takedowns to keep away from injury
Brief however helpful tip: If you do a takedown on an enemy utilizing Knifey, you might be momentarily invulnerable. That is helpful throughout massive fights to present you respiration room or keep away from taking injury from a boss whereas murdering a minion.
Don’t play on story mode issue
Excessive on Life 2 presents a number of totally different issue modes, and whereas the sport doesn’t punish you for selecting the best possibility, “Story Mode,” I’d advise towards it as Excessive on Life 2 isn’t a really arduous recreation, even on its tougher settings. The Story Mode is much too straightforward and boring. Follow Straightforward or Regular.
Use your radar to trace down remaining enemies
If an goal mentions killing all of the enemies in an space and you’ll’t discover the final one, verify your in-game radar for a purple blip. Very helpful. Bonus tip: The radar can even present you the place hidden caches are that may be damaged up for extra cash.
Don’t neglect about Jeppy
I received’t spoil who Jeppy is, however finally you unlock this odd alien sidekick who can solely say his identify. He capabilities as a kind of final skill on your character. And I like to recommend popping him out as soon as his meter is full, as he can filter out weaker enemies and put the hurting on larger foes.
Shoot your sister once you first see her on the zoo
I do know you don’t wish to, however it’s best to do it. Belief me.
Perhaps wait a month or two earlier than hopping in…
Maybe an important tip of all. When you’re studying this only a few days or perhaps weeks after Excessive on Life 2‘s February 13 launch, then I’d advise holding off on enjoying it. The sport is at present crammed with all types of bugs and points. A few of these have been mounted through a day-one patch, however I’d nonetheless recommend ready a bit bit, enjoying one thing else, after which coming again to a recreation that’s hopefully in higher form.
