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Spider-Man 2 (PS5) - How to Beat Sandman?
Sandman is the boss fight you will encounter during the Surface Tension Main Mission in Spider-Man 2 (PS5). Read on to learn how to beat Sandman, his background, and what his role will be in the game.

How to Beat Sandman

  1. Dodge Sandman's Attacks
  2. Throw Objects at Sandman
  3. Use Web-Strike When Prompted
  4. Sprint For Dear Life
  5. Take Care of the Sand Minions
  6. Electrocute Sandman
  7. Use Webs to Stun Him
  8. Climb Up the Building
  9. Chase After Sandman Using Web Wings
  10. Deliver the Final Blow

Dodge Sandman's Attacks

During the Surface Tension Main Mission, you will encounter Sandman as a boss fight in the game.

Sandman will be hurling large chunks of building towards your direction and swiping at you with his gigantic arms. Make sure you're constantly checking your Spider-Sense ability to know when you can Press Circle and dodge his attacks.

Throw Objects at Sandman

There will be falling debris around the vicinity that you can throw towards Sandman. Press L1 and R1 to throw these falling debris towards him.

Use Web-Strike When Prompted

At some point during your fight, you will be prompted to press Triangle so you could perform a Web-Strike. Execute the attack to unlock a cutscene.

Sprint For Dear Life

After the cutscene ends, you will notice that you're inside a building with Sandman looming outside. Hold the R2 button while moving to sprint away from Sandman's destruction.

Along the way, you will be prompted to save a civilian hanging on for dear life. Press Triangle to save him and swing along the building so you could deliver the civilian to Miles.

Take Care of the Sand Minions

There will be human-sized duplicates of Sandman attacking you during your progress. During your fight with the Sand Minions, you will get a phone call from Principal Evans which will result to the minions ganging up on you.

You will unlock the Spider-Barrage ability after Peter escapes from the Sand Minions. Press L1 and Square to unleash a flurry of attacks from your Spider Arms. You could also fight them conventionally and throw objects at them.

After defeating the Sand Minions, a cutscene will play out. Do note that you will be facing off against the Sand Minions again throughout the duration of this boss fight.

Electrocute Sandman

You will be using Miles this time around. Dodge Sandman's attacks and press Triangle when prompted to electrocute his shoulder.

Use Webs to Stun Him

Press R1 to shoot webs towards Sandman's face, allowing you to stun him and repeatedly strike him by pressing Square.

After Peter throws a water tank at Sandman, you will be prompted to electrocute him again. A cutscene will play out showing Sandman escaping from the two.

Sandman Tries to Escape

Once you've caught up with him, repeat the process of dodging Sandman's attacks and slinging webs at his face to stun him.

Peter will launch another water tank towards Sandman, which will give you another chance for you to electrocute him.

Climb Up the Building

Sandman will attempt to smash you while you run up a building. Dodge his attacks and continue to run up the building. A cutscene will play out after you've reached the top of the building

Once you've fought off against the Sand Minions, Sandman will start ripping off the roof of the building you're currently on. Press Triangle when prompted to unlock a cutscene.

Chase After Sandman Using Web Wings

Sandman will attempt to escape from both Spider-Men again. After the cutscene plays out, you will be prompted to press Triangle and activate your Web Wings.

Glide across the city and head towards where Sandman is. After entering Sandman's vicinity, you will be falling towards a sand vortex accompanied by large obstructions.

Enter the Sandman

You will need to avoid these obstructions while gliding through the sand vortex. Sandman will be creating sand tornadoes along your path once you get out of the sand vortex.

Dodge the sand tornadoes and continue gliding towards Sandman. When you're near him, press Triangle when prompted to attack him and unlock a cutscene.

Defeat the Sand Minions and dispose them off easily by pressing L1 and R1 near a water tank so they could wash away from the vicinity.

Deliver the Final Blow

After beating his minions, swing and glide towards Sandman. Once you get near enough, press Triangle when prompted to deliver the final blow and unlock a cutscene.

Sandman Profile and Background

Overview and Voice Actor

MarvelSandman
Real Name Flint Marko
Gender Male
Relationships Peter Parker/Spider-Man (Foe)
Miles Morales/Spider-Man (Foe)
Friend or Foe? Foe

External Media Background

Comic Book Lore

Sandman A.K.A. Flint Marko is one of Spider-Man's strongest foes in his villain roster. After he was exposed to radiation that fused his body to sand, Flint acquired complete dominion over sand and its properties.

He is usually recruited as a member of the Sinister Six, an organization made up of Spider-Man's foes and led by Doctor Octopus A.K.A. Otto Octavius.

Sandman Role in the Game

Sandman Will Be the First Boss

Marvel
Sandman is encountered as the first boss during the main storyline in Spider-Man 2 (PS5), specifically during the Surface Tension Main Mission. His presence caused a citywide emergency all over New York City.

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