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The Ponger achievement in Kinect Sports Gems: Ping Pong

The Ponger

Reach level 2 (or observe another player doing so) to gain the rank of The Ponger.

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How to unlock the The Ponger achievement

  • drabikdrabik
    24 Mar 2013 07 Aug 2013 07 Aug 2013
    Introduction

    Unlike most other Kinect Sports Gems, this game is the same as the Main Event on Kinect Sports. As such, the gameplay is just table tennis. Be the first to reach 11 points, or be two points ahead after 10 points to win.

    As with all Kinect Sports Gems, gaining levels is not based on gaining experience or burning calories. To gain levels, you must complete challenges.

    For this achievement, you will need to obtain 5 stars by completing challenges. Most of the challenges will come naturally, but some do require a change in gameplay.

    Game Tips

    Topspin - A topspin is achieved by moving your arm upwards as you strike the ball. It usually forces your opponent backwards slightly, increases the pace of the game, and potentially gives you a chance to close out the rally.

    Backspin - A backspin is achieved by moving your arm downwards as you strike the ball. It usually slows down the game, allowing you to control the pace and positioning of your opponent much more easily. Also use this to force your opponent in to making a mistake.

    Smash - A smash is achieved by hitting the ball powerfully if the opponent hits a high bouncing ball. They usually end in a point, or at least another smash, unless you make a mistake. Hitting the ball out wide can give you an opportunity for a smash.

    Aces - An ace is when you score from your service. This is usually quite difficult, but there is a challenge that requires you to do three aces in a single game. I found that playing left-handed made this easier. Throw the ball high with your right hand, and then move your left arm in an arch from left to right at a speed. This plays the ball quickly towards your opponent's backhand, and will usually give you an ace. Use this technique to close out matches quickly.

    Challenges

    I won't include detailed information on challenges here. See the King Pong solution for detailed tips on the more difficult challenges. Other than that, should you need tips for any other specific challenges, please ask for them in the comments section. Alternatively, I have created a walkthrough on TrueAchievements, which has tips for all challenges in the game:

    Kinect Sports Gems: Ping Pong Walkthrough

    Note:

    If you enter Settings, there is an option to 'Clear Missions'. DO NOT USE THIS OPTION! It will clear your challenges and ALL of your progress, so you will have to start all over, from Level 0.


    Please either comment below or send me a Personal Message if you have any comments or improvements.
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  • Senior ChuponSenior Chupon
    22 May 2013 23 May 2013
    Complete challenges and earn stars to level up. Level 2 takes 3 stars from Level 1 for a total of 5 stars. Keep playing to unlock level 3.

    Kinect Sports Gems: Ping PongAmateur AcerThe Amateur Acer achievement in Kinect Sports Gems: Ping Pong worth 6 pointsReach level 3 (or observe another player doing so) to gain the rank of Amateur Acer.
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