Talon is a vehicle that was introduced in Twisted Metal (2012).
Talon is the first playable helicopter in the franchise. Its introduction offers a radical new take on traditional gameplay found throughout the series, and expands the area of play to the skies and beyond.
It is mandatory for the final phase of the final battle in Dollface's story campaign, against the Sweet-in-the Box.
Special Weapons[]
- Tri-Gunner: Talon's primary special weapon is a tri-gunner minigun that can lock onto opponents. The gunner's position is in the side of the helicopter and the gunner can control the helicopter's movement, albeit, limited.
- Drop Magnet: Its secondary special is a high-powered magnet that can pick up enemies and drop them to their death. The higher the distance, the more damage you will inflict. The magnet can also be used in support scenarios, such as airlifting weakened teammates out of the heat of battle and rapidly transporting teammates carrying faction leaders to the missile launcher in Nuke Mode.
General Stats[]
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Health Points | 120 |
| Max Speed | 90/130 mph |
| Turbo Length | 32 secs |
| Energy Recharge Rate | 32 secs |
| Special Recharge Rate | 40 secs |
How to Unlock[]
In Single Player, it is unlocked by defeating The Brothers Grimm in Sweet Tooth's story campaign.
In Multiplayer, Talon is unlockable during online rank matches in the Tier 2 section of the vehicles.
Trivia[]
- Talon has the third-lowest health in the game, ahead of Crimson Fury (110 HP) and Reaper (90 HP).
- Talon may have been inspired by trying to make Warhawk a playable character in Twisted Metal: Black.
- Talon's name, and its special may refer to how birds of prey grab/carry prey in their talons when hunting.
- In Twisted Metal: Black and Twisted Metal: Head-On, similar helicopters appear in multiple levels, serving various purposes. Most carry Health/Weapon Pick Ups, at least one fires a chain gun as an environmental attack in Downtown.
Gallery[]
Talon image from the official website.
Talon in-game.
Concept art of Talon from the Greenlight video.
| Twisted Metal (2012) Vehicles | |
|---|---|
| Default | Death Warrant • Outlaw • Road Boat • Sweet Tooth • Junkyard Dog • Kamikaze • Axel |
| Unlockable | Reaper • Roadkill • Talon • Meat Wagon • Vermin • Darkside • Crimson Fury • Juggernaut • Shadow • Warthog |
| Unplayable | Nuclear Missile Launch Truck • Hammerhead • Slayer • Limo |