Marvel’s Spider-Man 2: How to start “The Flame” side quest?

Fight the mysterious cult get the additional rewards

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2: How to start “The Flame” side quest?

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Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is an open-world game in which you will frequently come across a multitude of side tasks while swinging around New York and discovering Trophies. Some of these side tasks are simple, while others are richly packed with tale elements. The Flame is one such side mission that you will encounter midway through the narrative.

During this side mission, players will meet a mystery character named Wraith during your adventure. Soon, Peter will discover that The Wraith is attempting to eliminate The Flame cultists. Also, The goal is to find The Flame, the cult leader who bears the same name as his organization. But, as with everything else in the Marvel universe, The Flame is much more than he appears.

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You might have noticed that “The Flame” was not listed as an unlock reward anywhere. This is due to the fact that, unlike other side tasks, “The Flame” is not unlocked by completing another assignment. Instead, it’s something you’ll come across as Peter at random while swinging around the Financial District (or at least the bottom half of Manhattan) during Act 1.

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Everything you need to know about “The Flame” side mission in Spider-man 2

It isn’t completely confirmed but after running a few pop-up missions in the Financial District, players will receive a call from the firehouse captain asking for Pete’s help at the hospital in the Financial District. Additionally, There is your starting quest among the Four missions you need to complete in The Flame quests. Let’s go through the Guide to all of them below:

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Where Have You Been

Act 1 requires you to switch to Peter and complete some pop-up crimes in the Financial District if you’re halfway through and haven’t received the prompt yet. In just a few minutes, you should receive a call about assisting with a hospital evacuation.

  • Pre-Requisites: Amends
  • Rewards: 2x Hero Tokens, 200 Tech Parts, 1000 XP
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Everything Burns

In an attempt to learn more about the whereabouts of their leader, Peter accompanies Wraith as they investigate a cult hideout.

  • Pre-Requisites: Science Buddy
  • Rewards: 4x Hero Tokens, 250 Tech Parts, 1200 XP
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I Knew You Had It In You

In the deserted hospital where The Flame, the cult’s leader, is rumoured to live, Peter meets Wraith in Spider-Man 2.

  • Pre-Requisites: The Flames Have Been Lit
  • Rewards: 6x Hero Tokens, 300 Tech Parts, 2000 XP
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It Was Meant For Me

With potentially disastrous results, Peter and Wraith try to completely thwart The Flame’s plans.

  • Pre-Requisites: Trouble With Harry
  • Rewards: 8x Hero Tokens, 400 Tech Parts, 3000 XP, Saving Lives Suit for Peter
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Finally, the tale of this side mission is worth your time since it culminates in a big reveal. However, it is worthwhile to devote time to this while swinging through your activities in New York City. As a side note, expect to encounter some really difficult foes and bosses throughout this mission.

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