The main way to take down enemies in Forspoken involves using magic. However, with over 100 unique spells in the game, and with each enemy being weak to a different type of magic, it’s important to switch through spells in combat.
To switch magic spells in Forspoken, all players need to do is hold R1 to switch their offensive spells or L1 for their defensive spells.
If you’re just starting in Forspoken, consider also checking out our guide on how to knock down enemies and finish them off.
In this guide, I will explain how to switch magic spells in Forpoken as well as explain all types of magic available.
All Types of Magic in Forspoken
First, magic spells in Forspoken are split into four categories, based on their effects. Here are all of them:
- Frey’s Magic (Purple Magic) – Magic based on the earth element.
- Sila’s Magic (Red Magic) – Magic based on the fire element.
- Prav’s Magic (Blue Magic) – Magic based on the water element.
- Olas’ Magic (Green Magic) – Magic based on the light element.
In turn, each of those four categories is split into two sub-categories: offensive and defensive/support magic.
Thus, there are eight total sub-categories of magic, with four of them being offensive spells, and the remaining four being defensive ones.
However, based on the enemy you’re facing and your defensive needs, you will require a different sub-category each time. Let’s see how to switch between them easily.
How to Switch Magic Spells in Forspoken
To switch magic spells in Forspoken, players need to hold R1 if they want to switch among any of the four offensive sub-categories, or L1 if they prefer the four supportive ones.
Then, press or hold R2 to cast offensive spells, or L2 for defensive ones.
It is important to note that attack magic does not have cooldown or ammo limits.
On the other hand, defense magic has cooldowns which can be reduced when using attack magic.
What is Surge Magic
There is another type of magic in Forspoken known as Surge Magic. This is Frey’s ultimate magic, which requires a lot of build-up before casting.
Specifically, to charge Surge Magic players will need to use multiple attack and defense spells until the triangle in the bottom right of the screen is filled.
Then, by holding L2 and R2 simultaneously, Frey will cast her most powerful attack.
Wrapping up
To summarize, to switch magic spells in Forspoken, players will need to hold R1 for offensive spells and L1 for defensive spells.
Now that you’re becoming more familiar with magic in this game, consider checking out our guide on how to get red magic. This is the magic of fire and focuses on dealing great damage to multiple enemies.
What are your go-to spells in Forspoken? What’s your favorite type of magic in the game? Let us know in the comments below.
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