Knack 2 Trophy Guide

Knack 2 Trophy Guide. Difficulty: **  An action-platformer and sequel to the 2013 Knack. Since a full playthrough on Very Hard mode is not required, the Platinum is considerably easier than the previous installment.

Game Name Difficulty Trophies Developer Country Bronze Silver Gold Online DLC
Knack 2 ** 43 SIE Japan Studio Japan 27 12 3 0 0

Knack 2

Knack 2 is an action-platformer and sequel to the 2013 Knack, released as a launch title for the PlayStation 4. Players control Knack, a being that is able to change its size by incorporating different amounts of Relics to itself. Knack's abilities can be upgraded during the course of the game through collectibles in the form of Relic Energy, as he jumps and punches across different missions, while also solving puzzles. The game also includes a co-op mode.

A villain is reviving ancient weapons and giant titans to conquer the world. Only Knack can save the lands from this evil-doer.

Knack 2 received lukewarm reviews with an average score of 69%, praised for its combat, co-op function, and being an overall improvement over its predecessor, but criticized for its story, presentation, and animation.

Unlike its predecessor, the Platinum for Knack 2 does not require a full playthrough on Very Hard mode. At least one playthrough on Hard mode is required, with some grinding and mopping up using the chapter select. Overall, the Platinum is easier and quicker than the previous installment.

Expect about 16-23 hours, depending on skills and how many playthroughs you choose to do.

There are two ways you can go about getting the Platinum: long and easy, or quick and challenging. If you're going for long and easy, than set your first playthrough on an easier mode. Aside from getting used to the game, you'll also be collecting Crystal Knacks and skills, which will make your second playthrough on Hard mode easier. However, this route will therefore require two playthroughs.

If you prefer the quicker and more challenging, than start your playthrough on Hard mode, which will unlock the It's A Knackout trophy, as well as the Novice Hero Knack and Hero Knack trophies. Hard mode is not too difficult and certainly doable for any average player, even without starting with the upgrades.

Either way, you'll want to focus on collecting the Treasure Chests. There are 100 throughout the game, though you'll only need enough to acquire all the gadgets for The Doctor's Disciple trophy, You will also need to find all the super moves in the form of collectibles, for the Super Move Master trophy.

Next, you'll need to clear one chapter on Very Hard mode for the Sucker For Punishment trophy. Choose a level you remember being the easiest by accessing the mission select under the World Map from the main menu. We found Chapter 6-3 to be the easiest, since it's a short level and you will be in Giant Knack form.

With the story complete, you will have unlocked 8 challenges under Extra Content. You will need to achieve 5 stars in all five of the Time Attack challenges, which will unlock both the Relic Racer and Speed Demon trophies. You will also need to achieve 5 stars in all three Coliseum Attacks for both the Gladiator and King Of The Coliseum trophies. Overall, these challenges can be tricky but are doable with some practice. Check out the videos under our Links tab if you require some assistance.

After that, it's time to get some medals. There are 143 medals in the game, but you only need 70 for the You've Got The Knack trophy. Head to the World Map and begin replaying levels to fulfill whichever challenges you think are easiest in earning medals. These challenge range from completing speed runs, clearing a level with a certain score, or performing certain actions. Check out the Challenge List under our Links tab for more details.

Lastly, it's simply a matter of mopping up whatever trophies you still need to get that Platinum. Be sure to check out the Knack 2 trophy guide links under our Links tab to see what you need and their requirements.

IGN has a Walkthrough here:
http://www.ign.com/wikis/knack-2/Walkthrough

And a set of video Walkthroughs by MKIceAndFire:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4vbGURud_HpiEyM4hYUHu75ZfcZ8iUm0

DaEastside has a great Trophy Guide here:
https://www.playstationtrophies.org/game/knack-2/guide/

A great Trophy Guide by PowerPyx:
http://www.powerpyx.com/knack-2-trophy-guide-roadmap/

And a useful Trophy Guide by NerdBurglars:
https://nerdburglars.net/trophyguide/knack-2

scharn73 created a Treasure Chest Locations Guide here:
https://www.playstationtrophies.org/forum/knack-2-a/316948-knack-2-treasure-chest-guide.html

A video by PowerPyx demonstrating the Combo King trophy:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jn1_3Pgf5Z4

A video demonstrating the Speed Demon trophy, by PowerPyx:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NUiFSnY6AtI

And a video demonstration of the King Of The Coliseum trophy, also by PowerPyx:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCniHuBL7Jg

Here is a forum on PlaystationTrophies discussing the Challenges for the You've Got The Knack trophy:
https://www.playstationtrophies.org/forum/knack-2-a/315753-knack-medals.html

Finally, here's a basic Trophy List:
https://psnprofiles.com/trophies/6589-knack-2

PlayStation Plus Free Games February 2018

Spring is in the air (in some countries, anyway) and so too, is the next announced line-up for PlayStation Plus Free Games February 2018, with loads of Platinum trophies to keep us trophy hunters busy. These titles will be available on Tuesday, February 6.

On the PlayStation 4, there’s Knack, a platforming action-adventure and one of the original launch titles on the PS4, where players control a golem-like creature that can grow in size through the power of ancient relics, in order to combat the invading goblin army. And RiME, a puzzle adventure where a young boy finds himself washed-up on the shores of a mysterious island ripe for exploration.

For the PlayStation 3, there’s Mugen Souls Z, a J-RPG with anime “hentai” qualities, and part of the Mugen Souls series. And Spelunker HD, the classic 80’s title brought back in HD with its platforming fun and one-hit death challenges as you explore caves in search of treasure.

Finally, on the PlayStation Vita, we have Exiles End, a side-scrolling action adventure involving a mercenary sent down to a remote mining planet in search of a missing descendant to a vast corporation. And Grand Kingdom, an RPG where a troop of mercenaries have gotten involved in a great war with whichever nation pays the most handsomely. Grand Kingdom is also a cross-plat with the PS4.

With the exception of Exiles End, ALL PlayStation Plus Free Games February 2018 have Platinum trophies to unlock. Among them, RiME is by far the easiest and only requires 6-10 hours, depending on whether or not you follow a walkthrough. Also, while Spelunker HD requires more patience and memorization than skill, its Platinum can be earned in 18-20 hours. Also, unlocking 100& of the trophies on Exiles End is not particularly challenging and only needs about 8-10 hours of gameplay.

Knack Trophy Guide

Knack Trophy Guide. Difficulty: ***  A minimum of two playthroughs are required, though most likely three or four. Completing on Hard Difficulty mode is no cakewalk.

Game Name Difficulty Trophies Developer Country Bronze Silver Gold Online DLC
Knack *** 42 SCE Japan Studio U.S. 28 9 4 0 0

Knack

Knack is a platforming action-adventure, and an exclusive launch title for the PlayStation 4, which was bundled as a free game in Japan. Players control a creature named Knack, who can alter size by incorporating relics into his body, as well as use different abilities depending on the substances incorporated. The game also connects with Knack's Quest, a free smartphone puzzle game which can unlock special relics within the main game.

The Goblins, lead by their leader Gundahar, have returned and declared war on the humans. In a desperate attempt to protect themselves, Dr. Vargas has created a strange creature named Knack as a weapon to fight back the Goblins.

Knack received very mixed reviews, with an average score of 61%, generally praised for its innovation and overall fun, but criticized by others for its story, while receiving mixed reviews on its gameplay.

Despite seemingly aimed at younger players, the platinum for Knack is no cakewalk. At least two full playthroughs are required, though most likely three or even four, with mopping-up using a chapter select. Your playthrough on Very Hard difficulty can be very challenging.

Expect around 40-50 hours of gameplay, depending on your skills and how many playthroughs you decide to do.

There are two different routes you can take on your way to the platinum: slow and easy, or quick and frustrating. The choice is yours.

If you select slow and easy, then you'll want to start your playthrough on Normal mode. For the most part, you can simply play and enjoy the game from start to finish, collecting gadgets and crystals along the way. You can follow one of the collectible guides in our Links page if you wish, but there aren't enough secret chests in one playthrough to collect everything, so you can always leave this for your next playthrough. When you're finished, select to continue the game from Chapter 1, and here you'll want to focus on collecting everything. Once that's finished, use the Chapter Select to mop-up anything you're still missing.

If, however, you've got some serious skills and wish to get that platinum as quick as possible, then perform the above advice on Hard mode. The reason this is faster, is that completing on Hard mode will unlock Very Hard. If you've decided to unlock most of the trophies on Normal, then you'll need to do another playthrough on Hard.

Once all that's out of the way, you can go ahead and play on Very Hard mode once it's unlocked. This is no cakewalk, and expect to die a number of time.s Hopefully, however, if you've left the Knack Master trophy for last, then you'll have a platinum waiting for you at the end of this challenging game.

Ferry Groenendijk has a great Walkthrough here:
http://www.videogamesblogger.com/2013/11/15/knack-walkthrough.htm

And a Walkthrough on IGN:
http://www.ign.com/wikis/knack/Walkthrough

And a text-based Walkthrough by AbsoluteSteve and bkStunt:
http://www.gamefaqs.com/ps4/704522-knack/faqs/68412

Here's a great Trophy Guide, by Knack:
http://www.playstationtrophies.org/game/knack/guide/

And a detailed Trophy Guide here, by Vettes:
http://ps3trophies.com/forums/showwiki.php?title=PS4-Trophy-Guides:Knack-Trophy-Guide

And a useful Trophy Guide here, by ShadowGandalf:
http://psnprofiles.com/guide/841-KNACK-Trophy-Guide

mjc0961 created a useful Collectibles Guide here:
http://www.playstationtrophies.org/forum/knack/224997-knack-king-adventure-chest-location-guide.html

And a video Collectibles Guide by PowerPyx:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HQ4y68CwEW4

And a video Collectibles Guide on IGN:
http://www.ign.com/wikis/knack/Collectible_Locations

Finally, here's a basic Trophy List:
http://psnprofiles.com/trophies/2249-KNACK