If you've been wondering how the first DLC for Marvel's Spider-Man has shaped up, the first few reviews suggest it's a pretty decent add-on. There were some concerns over whether The Heist would add very much to the experience, and while it seems that may be true, what's included is of good quality. It also sounds like it sets the stage for later DLC chapters, so it'll be fun to see a story told across the three packs.
Destructoid - 7.5/10
Insomniac managed to keep The Heist grounded within the foundation of Spider-Man to allow it to momentarily shine.
Just Push Start - 7/10
What stands out about Spider-Man: The Heist isn’t the content, though there are a fairly substantial amount of cutscenes, but how little it adds. Even if some things are different or new, they don’t much value. Costumes don’t add new powers, nor do abilities change, so the main motivator is story, followed by trophies. Combine this with there just being a hint of an upcoming confrontation with a major villain and it’s the type of experience that might lead to greater things but isn’t great itself. So, unless you’re dying to play more, I strongly suggest waiting to see where this adventure goes.
Game Informer - Unscored
The Heist is well worth your time, especially if the post-credits sequences in the main game have you counting the days until a potential Spider-Man 2.
EGM NOW - Unscored
The Heist is a fun little way to spend more time with the delightful gameplay, characters, and world of Marvel’s Spider-Man, but it certainly doesn’t feel like a complete, satisfying expansion on its own. I’m not even sure it feels like a third of one, but I wouldn’t be surprised in the slightest if The City That Never Sleeps pulls out something special across its next two chapters.
What do you think of The Heist DLC for Marvel's Spider-Man? Are you excited to play it for yourself? Dive back into New York City in the comments below.
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''Round Up: The Heist DLC for Spider-Man PS4 Gets Solid Reviews''
''What stands out about Spider-Man: The Heist isn’t the content, though there are a fairly substantial amount of cutscenes, but how little it adds. Even if some things are different or new, they don’t add much value. Costumes don’t add new powers, nor do abilities change, so the main motivator is story, followed by trophies. Combine this with there just being a hint of an upcoming confrontation with a major villain and it’s the type of experience that might lead to greater things but isn’t great itself. So, unless you’re dying to play more, I strongly suggest waiting to see where this adventure goes.''
''The Heist is a fun little way to spend more time with the delightful gameplay, characters, and world of Marvel’s Spider-Man, but it certainly doesn’t feel like a complete, satisfying expansion on its own. I’m not even sure it feels like a third of one, but I wouldn’t be surprised in the slightest if The City That Never Sleeps pulls out something special across its next two chapters.''
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Too bad though, but I wasn't really comfortable with this kind of DLC to begin with. I had a feeling it would add very little. I'm having a good time with Spider-Man, but I'm not sure I'm dying to play more after the credits will roll. I think I've had my fill.
Seems like more of the same! Played for almost an hour yesterday and while I'm happy for more of a GREAT GREAT game, I'm also sad that they didn't go for something new!
Also since RDR2 is coming out soon, I have to say that there won't be a DLC as good as in RDR, that was the best.
@Octane trust me when the the credits roll you will absolutely wish the sequel wasn’t years away
@AFCC dlc never really goes for anything new just more of what people loved about said game
Hmm. Once again, I'm certain I will absolutely love this game, but I'm definitely waiting for a Complete Edition, hopefully early next year.
Really enjoyed my time with Spidey, but I've sold my copy now since RDR2 means thee's no way I'd get to any DLC for this any time soon. Most likely I'll just re-buy it in the future when the inevitable complete edition's available at a discount.
The whole 3 part thing's £16 which is somewhat cheaper than most DLC. I'm glad it's more of the same as I've 100% the game and am hungry for more.
Good or not, I simply don't support having DLCs announced on release for a full-priced title. If people want to have gaming as a service, fine, but don't charge $60 for the "full" game when it's not "full' then. Sell a subscription bundle/pass instead.
@fchinaski If you feel that the main game isn't full, then you have a point. If it's complete as it is and there is DLC announced, then it's most certainly not incomplete.
@naruball Either way the complete experience is game + DLC. What I mean is that we are at a strange time in which games are not sold as an updatable service, but as "full games" + a bunch of overpriced extra content. It would be fairer to sell them a service from the get-go, not as retail game that is sold rather expensively and requires you to dish out more money afterwards to have the full experience.
I bought spidey $80 edition so I'll play this as soon as I finish the main game. It's nice that I don't have to wait long for the dlc like horizon zd.
@fchinaski i paid £60 for the whole lot have the platinum and it was time well spent, the DLC will be a nice bonus as well as playing through everything in one sitting on new game + at a later date!
I'll wait to every episode is out, that way I can go through it all at once and give time to some other games for now.
@dark_knightmare2 not Undead Nightmares
I've already purchased this and am really looking forward to having an excuse to play again. Although it does sound like the should have released all 3 parts together, I may just wait until they all release before playing, who am I kidding I'll be playing tonight
I'm still playing the main game (just saw the end of part 2). I will likely pick up the dlc in a sale in future. I would happily play more but i know once i finish the main game, my time will be invested in RDR 2. And without knowing whats in dlc pack 2 or 3 i wont buy it. I need to know what im getting for my money. Even if i have more faith in insomniac than many other devs
@fchinaski Back in the day we had much shorter games with no additional content. Now we have the complete experience, plus a little extra if we want more. I don't see how that could be seen as a negative. There are several games that work like a service, Spider-man just isn't one of them.
Were people really expecting anything major with this? It's the first of a 3 part expansion that costs £16 or £7 alone should tell you that it was never going to be substantial. For me, a few hours of extra content with a major character from Spider-Man's lore is good enough.
@fchinaski
Dont agree with you.
I bought the pass, and I recently completed the game, so I’m cool with letting all of these drop, then revisiting Manhattan.
More of the same? Sold!
Can’t wait for the sequel already, so I definitely will buy the season pass to expand my great experience with the game.
It’s really difficult for me to buy a dlc, but games like Spider-Man and Horizon are special.
I wish I had the collector’s edition, but my stupid country didn’t have it for sale.
@lacerz I'm almost done with the game now and trying for the platinum, so I think I'll do the same as RDR2 is coming!
@Splat Right?! People say this like it's a bad thing
ill buy the pass once all the eps are out. I haven't even touched spiderman yet anyway.
Exactly as I expected (and worried about) and posted on here when these expansions were announced. Nothing substantial, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing....... but also not what I look for in DLC, which is more meaty, worthwhile content to dig into.
I’ll wait until next year to decide on picking these up or not.
@starhops
Make sure to save challenge tokens for the costumes. I used mine to upgrade gadgets and had to grind challenges to get the top score in order to have enough tokens to unlock the suits.
Wow something about more realistic graphics makes me realize how silly that mask is. oh no we cant possibly use facial recognition to figure out of felicia hardy is... actually in today's world if you dont wear a face mask you better just use your name and be done with it. between social media and facial recognition...Shield is going to knock on your door soon enough.
@lacerz Thanks! I was worried about that too, so I've been keeping an eye on them. I found the stealth the easiest, so I was able to get plenty. I didn't realize you could get 6 total for getting the max... haha!
I checked this morning , and it still hasn't downloaded.
I downloaded the DLC, looking forward to playing this weekend when I have free time.
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