Tag: Marvel's Spider-Man
News Marvel's Spider-Man 2's PS5 Trophies Will Require You to Do Everything
Do whatever a spider can
The previous Marvel’s Spider-Man games proved a completionist’s dream, and it looks like the same will largely be true of incoming sequel, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. Acclaimed developer Insomniac Games has shared a partial list of Trophies for the imminent release, presumably with spoiler-filled story gongs removed. And...
News Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Has Ray Tracing at 60fps on PS5
30fps and 40fps options also available
It is a truth universally acknowledged that Insomniac Games never disappoints. Practically every title the Burbank studio touches turns to gold, and there was never going to be a question about Marvel’s Spider-Man 2’s quality, was there? If you’ve read our preview, you’ll know we’re already besotted...
News Marvel's Spider-Man 2's PS5 Recreation of New York City Looks Ridiculous
Times phwoar
Three new screenshots of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 have been published as part of a New York Times report which largely digs into Insomniac Games’ attempt to recreate the iconic American city in the game. The images – included in a paywalled article – show how locations like Prospect Park have been recreated, although the Chrysler...
News Marvel's Spider-Man 2 PS5's Lizard Has Real Scale
Insomniac showcases new villain renders
We’re a little over a month away from the release of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 on PS5 now, and Insomniac Games is really starting to build the enthusiasm with a selection of character posters showing off some of the key character models from the game. Previously, the Burbank developer showed off Peter Parker...
News Spider-Man 2 Anticipation Mounts with Two New PS5 Images
Suited and booted
Sony’s engagement with enthusiasts is non-existent in the PS5 era, so of course we know very little about the imminent Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. We have to accept what we can get, then: like these new images of Peter Parker and Miles Morales in their respective default suits. As you’d expect from developer Insomniac Games, both...
News Marvel's Spider-Man 2's PS5 Accessibility Options Will Allow You to Significantly Slow Combat
Every little helps
Sony is taking accessibility seriously with the launch of its PS5 Access Controller later this year, but great work continues to be invested on the software side as well. Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is the next tentpole title from PlayStation Studios, and unsurprisingly Insomniac Games has committed to continuing to advance the suite...
News Yes, All Those Awesome Marvel's Spider-Man 2 PS5 Accessories Are Getting Scalped
Console covers fetching up to $200
Sony opened pre-orders for its collection of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 accessories earlier this week, with its custom console covers and DualSense controller selling out pretty fast. While you can still purchase the hardware bundle, it seems scalpers have their eye on the prize when it comes to the aforementioned...
News Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Will Feature the Same Mary Jane Face Model, Insomniac Insists
PuddleGate 2.0
Uh oh, it must be nearly time for the release of another Insomniac game, as we have another overblown technical conundrum to unpack. However, it's not the puddles the overly-zealous PlayStation faithful are concerned about this time. Instead, fans, perhaps a little too eager for Marvel's Spider-Man 2's 20th October release date, have...
News Watch the Best Bits from Marvel's Spider-Man 2's Amazing Comic-Con Panel
Come out swingin'
We were expecting last week’s San Diego Comic-Con to be big for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 – but it ended up being even more exciting than we were anticipating. In addition to showcasing a jaw-dropping new story trailer, Insomniac Games also announced a
News Expect Big Marvel's Spider-Man 2 PS5 Reveals on 20th July
Symbiotic relationships
Comic book giant Marvel teased it earlier in the week, and now developer Insomniac Games has confirmed it: Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 will have a panel at San Diego Comic-Con on 20th July, 2023. The roundtable, named Symbiotic Relationships, will feature staffers from the Burbank studio as well as actors from the game. Exact
News Marvel's Spider-Man 2 PS5 Info Will Be Revealed at San Diego Comic-Con
Stay tuned
Annual comic book convention San Diego Comic-Con is drawing closer, and Marvel has revealed its full suite of panels for the show. While there’s nothing planned on upcoming PS5 exclusive Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 specifically, the cross-media giant promises “additional information” will be shared about Insomniac Games’ anticipated...
News You'll Need Marvel's Spider-Man 2's Digital Deluxe Edition for Those Extra PS5 Suits
They can't be unlocked through gameplay
In the past Marvel’s Spider-Man titles, plumping up for the more expensive versions of the games would grant you “early access” to certain suits. Many fans had been hoping the same would be true of the Digital Deluxe Edition for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, which is available to pre-order from today, and...
News Marvel's Spider-Man 2 PS5 Hype Huge As Gameplay Reveal Nears 20 Million Views
It's going to be big
Arguably the biggest winner from Sony’s PS Showcase this week was Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, with its gameplay reveal attracting an absolutely colossal amount of attention. At the time of writing, the official PlayStation upload of the gameplay footage has attracted over 7.4 million views, while the Marvel version is sitting...
News Marvel's Spider-Man 2's PS5 Movement Is Much Faster Than in Previous Games
Tons of other improvements, too
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is looking like a tantalising upgrade on its predecessor, although there are still wrinkles for developer Insomniac Games to iron out. The ever-industrious ElAnalistaDeBits has put the sequel through its paces, showcasing the graphical improvements compared to Marvel’s Spider-Man and stopgap...
News Impressive and Beautiful Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Made with 'No Compromises' for PS5
No more cross-gen
There has been some criticism of Sony’s decision to continue developing cross-generation games, up until the release of even God of War Ragnarok last year. While the Japanese giant would argue that its approach has allowed more people to enjoy its tentpole titles – especially in the wake of PS5 stock shortages – early...
News Spider-Man 2 PS5 Dev Asks for Patience As Fans Plead for Footage
"We're in the kitchen and it smells good"
Insomniac Games has asked fans for patience, as anticipation for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 reaches fever pitch. Thus far we’ve only seen one trailer for the game, but the PS5 exclusive is apparently due out in September, and some people are pondering why it’s taking so long for the studio to show more...
News Marvel's Spider-Man 2 PS5 Motion Capture Work May Be Complete
Update: Or not?
Update: Well, this is a bit awkward. Speaking in a Reddit AMA yesterday, Peter Parker’s voice actor Yuri Lowenthal definitely implied that his voice and motion capture work on Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is complete. Here are comments: However, when asked the same question on Twitter a few hours later, he said the complete oppos
News Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Merch Comes Out Swinging Ahead of PS5 Release Date Leak
Miles Morales action figure in his latest threads
Update: Hasbro has sent us a statement to clarify that any reference to the “multiverse” in its product description for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2’s Miles Morales figurine was included in error. A spokesperson told us: “The original product info inadvertently referenced the upcoming Spider-Man:...
News Marvel's Spider-Man 2 PS5 Releasing in September, Massive Ad Campaign Planned
Update: Tony Todd goes underwater after leak
Update: Seems the legal department got a hold of actor Tony Todd, after he revealed Marvel’s Spider-Man 2’s intended release date and marketing plans. Writing on Twitter, he said there’d be “no more hints”, and posted a photo of himself in a swimming pool. “My lips are now underwater,” he...
News Marvel's Spider-Man 2, Wolverine to Boast 'Very Cool' Dialogue Tech
Although no one knows what that means
The appetite for updates on Insomniac’s upcoming duo of superhero spin-offs, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 and Marvel’s Wolverine, is so intense that we end up with stories like this. But, as with everyone else, we’re clinging to every shred of public information, and so we guess this is worth sharing – well,...
