Tomb Raider 2: The Dagger Of Xian

Level skip (NTSC version):
Have Lara perform the following actions during game play. (Note: To sidestep, hold R2 and press the D-Pad in the indicated direction. To walk, hold R1 and press the D-pad in the indicated direction. Both R1 and R2 should be released when spinning or jumping.) Sidestep left, sidestep right, sidestep left, walk one step back, and walk one step forward. Release R1, then spin at least three times in a complete circle in any direction. Finally, jump forwards and turn around in mid-air by pressing Up + Square, Circle (assuming the default controller configuration). Lara will freeze in mid-air to confirm correct code entry.
Information in this section was contributed by Jimmy Abraham.

Level skip (PAL version):
Have Lara perform the following actions during game play. (Note: To walk, hold R1 and press the D-pad in the indicated direction. R1 should be released when spinning or jumping.) Press L2 to light a flare. Walk one step forward, walk one step back. Release R1, then spin at least three times in a complete circle in any direction. Jump forward by pressing Up + Square (assuming the default controller configuration).

All weapons (NTSC version):
Have Lara perform the following actions during game play. (Note: To sidestep, hold R2 and press the D-Pad in the indicated direction. To walk, hold R1 and press the D-pad in the indicated direction. Both R1 and R2 should be released when spinning or jumping.) Sidestep left, sidestep right, sidestep left, walk one step back, and walk one step forward. Release R1, then spin at least three times in a complete circle in any direction. Finally, jump backwards and turn around in mid-air by pressing Down + Square, Circle (assuming the default controller configuration). The sound of Lara holstering her guns during the back flip will confirm correct code entry.
Information in this section was contributed by Jimmy Abraham.

All weapons (PAL version):
Have Lara perform the following actions during game play. (Note: To walk, hold R1 and press the D-pad in the indicated direction. R1 should be released when spinning or jumping.) Press L2 to light a flare. Walk one step forward, walk one step back. Release R1, then spin at least three times in a complete circle in any direction. Jump back by pressing Down + Square (assuming the default controller configuration).

Unlimited flares:
Enable the "Level skip" or "All weapons" codes. Then, press Triangle to draw Lara's guns and press L2. A flare will appear, even if none are in Lara's inventory.

Exploding Lara:
Have Lara perform the following actions during game play. Walk one step forward, one step backward, hold walk while spinning three times in a complete circle in any direction, and jump backward.

Hint: Flip in the air:
Instead of jumping forward or backward and pressing Roll immediately, press the opposite direction. For example, if you jump forward, immediately press Down and Lara will do a flip in the air. Do the opposite if you jump backwards.
Information in this section was contributed by KyGuy523.

Hint: Dive into water:
Jump forwards, but hold R1 + Square. Note: If done onto hard ground or off high ledges, Lara will break her neck and die.
Information in this section was contributed by steve da man.

Hint: Diving flip:
After you do a dive (Forward + Square + R1) off a tall cliff or something similar, press Circle while in the air and Lara will flip.
Information in this section was contributed by motier haskins.

Hint: Bartoli's Hideout shortcut:
While going through this level, at one point you will have to jump through a window and kill a man on a balcony. Once you are at this point, kill the man and take the ammunition he has. Then, turn around back towards the window you came through. Walk to the corner of the balcony. Make sure you are in the corner, then start pressing Forward + Jump. If done correctly, you will jump over the fence to the roof of the building, then slide into the water. This shortcut will save a lot of time and health, but you will miss the Golden Dragon.
Information in this section was contributed by Ganonguy.

Hint: Temple Of Xian shortcut:
When you get to the bottom of all the waterfalls in the Temple Of Xian, you will end up in a pool with two nasty fish. Kill them if desired. You will see a green colored gate. Swim up to a corner of the gate. Swim along the front of it in a diagonal direction. When you get to the other corner, turn so that Lara has her back to the gate. Hold Down so that she is swimming backwards into it. Press Jump and Lara should fall through the gate. This works to get back through as well.
Information in this section was contributed by THE BEEVER.

Hint: Help from monks:
In the level with the monastery, you will find a group of monks. Do not kill them. They will kill the enemies with the guns through the entire game.
Information in this section was contributed by Andrew Buck.

Hint: Hidden audio:
Place the game disc in an audio CD player and play track two and above to hear various music and commentary from the game. Track 23 is particularly funny.
Information in this section was contributed by BillGunn88.

Hint: Exiting Venice:

Press X after pulling the switch (right before the clock starts) to give Lara's boat extra power. This will allow it to travel up the long ramp that leads to some windows. Lara will crash through the windows and land in the canal just before the exit with plenty of time to spare.
Information in this section was contributed by Carolyn Goodall.

Alternatively, swim under the mines and you will automatically start the next level with the boat.
Information in this section was contributed by The Rebel.

Alternatively, pull the switch, then swim under the door and climb back into the boat. The, go to the exit door without beating the clock.
Information in this section was contributed by Sweet Sexy Lara.

Hint: Lara's secret cellar:
Enter the hedge maze and follow these turns: left, the second right, left, right, right, left, right. Jump into the hole in the ground that appears and follow the passageway until it ends. Take the the box of flares, then push the button between the statues. Leave the maze and enter the secret door next to the grandfather clock. Move fast, as there is a time limit of one minute and twelve seconds. Use your flares in the cellar to view Lara's treasures.
Information in this section was contributed by Dave.

Hint: Defeating Bartoli:
When you reach the end of level 4 (Opera House), Bartoli appears from your left. Take out your shotgun, jump over his head, roll, fire, and repeat. If done enough times, he will die and you will receive little or no damage. Note: Try not to go past the first path to your right when you fall into the room to avoid being attacked by a Doberman.
Information in this section was contributed by wilson88.

Hint: Defeating the dragon:
When the dragon is forming, go to the right-hand side of the room. There should be three pools of water at this location. Enter the middle pool and switch to the harpoons. Surface and start shooting the dragon from above the water. That should drive him behind a pillar in a position where he is stuck and can not breath fire. Use the weapon of your choice and fire until he drops. Then, pull the dagger and evacuate the building.
Information in this section was contributed by Roudy Ridy Ryan.

Hint: Leaving the mansion:
Get to the point on the training course before Lara goes down the death slide. Walk to one of the corners at the edge and face forward. Turn about forty-five degrees and look straight down. While still holding the look button, jump straight up in the air. After the third jump Lara should be on top of the left or right pillar. From here, jump onto the wall, then run around it. Then Lara can jump to the roof of the swimming pool, maze, and even outside the patch of ground outside the gate. Note: If Lara goes outside the gate, she can not return.
Information in this section was contributed by Rico.

Hint: Get rid of the butler:
Use the following steps to get rid of the butler that always follows Lara. Enter the mansion. Go into the kitchen and open the freezer. Wait until the butler reaches you, and go in the freezer. When he enters the freezer, jump over him and quickly close the freezer door. The mansion may now be explored without the butler.
Information in this section was contributed by BillGunn88.

You can get rid of the butler by locking him in the basement. First, go through the maze and push the button that you find when you get to the middle. Then, get out of the maze and get to the basement under the one minute and twelve second time limit. Find and push the button on wall inside the basement. Wait until the butler enters the basement. Lead him far in, go back and push the button, and quickly side-jump out. If done correctly, the butler will be trapped.
Information in this section was contributed by Lance Lewis.

Hint: Survive falls:
If you fall from a reasonably high ledge, hold Roll and you will roll immediately when you hit the ground.
Information in this section was contributed by Dave K.

Hint: Gymnastic move while vaulting over ledges:
Walk up to the ledge, then hold Forward and press X to start climbing up. Just after Laura starts climbing up, hold walk (R1). If done correctly, she should pull up, flip up to a hand-stand, then flip over onto her feet. Note: This does not make you climb any better.
Information in this section was contributed by Daniel Reid.

Hint: Moving Lara easier:
Note: This trick only works with the DualShock controllers. Press the button between the Analog-sticks to turn the red light on. You can now use them for moving Lara around. Press L3 to jump (hold it down and press Forward for climbing), and use the Right Analog-stick for looking. Note: You can still move her around while using the Right Analog-stick. This is especially useful when you have to watch out for obstacles above you.
Information in this section was contributed by Gerard.

Glitch: Elevator jump:
Walk up to any ledge that has a column next to it. The ledge would be shaped like an "L". Turn at an angle so that you are almost facing the column. Keep in mind that you should always stay at the edge of the ledge. Jump once and as you reach the ground, let Lara finish her "normal position" foot movement. Then, hold Jump to jump one more time. Keep the button pressed to will suddenly fly up to the very top of the column. You can do this on the training course of her house on the top of the last obstacle or level, and then explore.
Information in this section was contributed by codeman.

Glitch: Jump through door:
Find the shack at the beginning of the Venice level. In that shack is a man and his dog. Kill them then press the door button, which opens the door on the way up the ladder in the shack. Go to the ladder, press Jump then hold Action. Lara will get ready to climb. Press Jump again to get to the next floor of the shack. Normally you would have to press the next door button, but in this position you can get through it by jumping forward. You will automatically be on the roof of the shack.
Information in this section was contributed by ObsidianRogue.

Glitch: Jump through wall:
Go to Lara's mansion where the archway is at the end of the assault course. She will say "Feel free to explore the rest of the house and gardens" when you get close. Go right into the corner of the brick wall and the mossy gate. Press into the corner as far as possible. Jump forwards to go through the wall. It only works one-way; you cannot jump back the way you came.
Information in this section was contributed by Katrina MacPherson.

Glitch: Teleportation:
In the Temple of Xian level, get on the ledge where you find the Dragon Seal. Facing the entrance, hop back until you can no longer do so. Then, jump back. You are now at other end of the platform.
Information in this section was contributed by Karen Vessey.

Glitch: Silent scream:
Jump off (do not dive) one of the floating islands. When Lara starts to scream, press Select(2). Lara will "silently scream".
Information in this section was contributed by sylviad.

Strategy: by Sinjin
Strategy guides from GameFAQs
Published strategy guides: Tomb Raider II: The Official Strategy Guide
Published strategy guides: Tomb Raider I and II Flip Book
Published strategy guides: Tomb Raider II and III Flip Book
Published strategy guides: Totally Unauthorized Tomb Raider II Pocket Guide

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Invisible Lara:
Note: This trick requires a GameShark or Pro Action Replay cartridge. Enable the "Infinite health" GameShark code. Note: The code is different for each level. While in that level, use the "Exploding Lara" code (walk one step forward, one step backward, hold walk while spinning three times in a complete circle in any direction, and jump backward). Lara should be invisible, but enemies can still detect her. Note: The Start and Select buttons can not be used after this trick is enabled.
Information in this section was contributed by Jimmy Abraham.

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