Aiden's Environmental Manipulations

Learn how to master Aiden's environmental manipulations in Beyond: Two Souls. This guide breaks down how to possess, heal, and destroy with Aiden.

Alright, let's talk about Aiden, the spectral sidekick in Beyond: Two Souls. He's not just there to hang around; Aiden's got some seriously cool powers that are key to getting through a lot of the game. You'll be switching between Jodie and Aiden a lot, so getting a handle on his abilities is super important.

First off, you switch between Jodie and Aiden using the Triangle button. Keep in mind Aiden can't stray too far from Jodie because they're connected by this ethereal cord.

Aiden's Abilities

Aiden's main gig is interacting with the world in ways Jodie can't. You'll see areas that glow orange – these are the spaces Aiden can move around in. To get Aiden into these areas, you'll press and hold L1.

Interacting with Objects

Objects Aiden can mess with are marked with blue dots. To interact, lock onto the object with L1, then move both the Left and Right Sticks down towards the center. You'll feel a bit of energy build up – it's pretty fun when you and Jodie are on the same page about it, but it can be a little creepy otherwise!

Nudging and Possessing People

If a person has a blue dot on them, Aiden can nudge them. Lock on with L1 and move the sticks horizontally apart, then push them towards each other. For possessing someone, look for an orange aura around them. Use the same horizontal pull-and-push technique with the sticks. The person's aura will flare up, their eyes will turn white, and they're under your control.

Killing and Healing

When you need to take someone down, look for a red aura. Pull the sticks sideways to choke them. To completely kill them, you need to maintain this hold until their red aura flies upwards, signifying their soul is gone. On the flip side, if someone's injured, you'll see a green spot. To heal them, use the sticks to move the dots so they cover the green spot. It's like faith healing, but maybe it actually speeds up their body's natural healing process!

Energy Shield

Need to protect Jodie? Aiden can create an energy shield. Hold down both L1 and R1, pull the sticks apart, and hold. You'll feel the energy build – it's great for keeping Jodie safe from enemies, whether they're human or supernatural.

Channeling Spirits

This one can be a bit tricky at first, but you'll get the hang of it. You need to connect a line between an object or a dead body and Jodie's head. Use the Left and Right Sticks to guide this line, moving them up and down. When Jodie channels, she'll experience memories, sometimes acting as a medium.

Destroying Evil Spirits

These guys often look like sentinels. Lock onto them with L1, push the Analog Sticks down, and then push them towards the target dot. Bam! Sometimes, these spirits will grab Jodie and try to drag her away. In this situation, pull the sticks horizontally apart and then center them. This can be tough, so if you mess up the first time, don't panic. Pause the game, practice the stick movement, and then try again. You'll feel a vibration when you're doing it right, then move the sticks towards each other.

Quick Tip: Sometimes it's hard to remember if you need to press L1, R1, or both. The game will always prompt you on screen, so just pay attention to those cues!

So, a typical chapter will involve Jodie doing her thing with her communication and combat skills, while Aiden steps in to manipulate objects, possess people, or fight off evil spirits. It's this dynamic duo that makes the game so unique!