Skylanders: Giants Go to product viewer dialog for this item. is widely considered the definitive console version of the game. Released as a launch title on 18 November 2012
Overview
Skylanders Giants is the second entry in the toys-to-life genre that Skylanders pioneered. As the title suggests, the core hook is the introduction of Giant Skylanders—massive figures that tower over the core characters, both physically on your shelf and in-game.
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The GamePad offers several quality-of-life improvements that aren't found on the Xbox 360 or PS3 versions: Off-TV Play
Progression & Tips
- Use Giants strategically: Giants have high health and can move certain large objects and solve specific puzzles; keep at least one in active party for world traversal.
- Elemental gates: Bring a Skylander matching the gate element (e.g., Fire, Water) to unlock hidden areas.
- Skill/ability upgrades: Spend collected coins and shards at upgrade stations to improve attacks and abilities. Prioritize damage and survivability for main fighter; utility for secondary slot.
- Collectibles: Search every corner for upgrade shards, treasure chests, and hidden portals. Use the GamePad map to spot nearby secrets.
- Sidequests & challenges: Complete daily challenges and side missions to earn rarer loot and experience.
- Co-op: Two-player drop-in/drop-out co-op eases tough fights; coordinate roles (tank vs. damage/healer).