Marvel's Spider-Man 2 is Insomniac's spectacular third chapter in their Spider-Man universe — a PS5 launch title (PC followed in January 2025) that delivers the most ambitious Spider-Man story yet while significantly expanding the traversal system and combat possibilities of its predecessors. Peter Parker and Miles Morales both serve as playable protagonists in a story that brings Venom (inhabiting Harry Osborn) and Kraven the Hunter to New York simultaneously.
The new wing suit traversal system dramatically expands movement across the game's expanded Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens map — one of the largest and most detailed open worlds in any superhero game. Peter's Symbiote abilities (when bonded with the Venom symbiote) add a powerful and aggressive combat style alongside his traditional gadget-based play. Miles retains and expands his bioelectricity powers. Both characters have expanded parry mechanics and skill trees.
The PS5 hardware is used extensively: DualSense adaptive triggers create distinct resistance for different web-swinging moments; haptic feedback differentiates surfaces, impacts, and symbiote pulse attacks; loading is near-instant. Spider-Man 2 is a technical showcase of what the PS5 hardware enables. Per Wikipedia it sold over 11 million units by April 2024 and won six D.I.C.E. Awards, including Action Game of the Year. New Game+ was added on 7 March 2024.
New wing suit gliding combined with web swinging creates the fastest, most exhilarating traversal in any open-world game.
While bonded to the symbiote, Peter gains tendrils for combat and unique web-based abilities, distinct from his gadget-focused base kit.
Switch freely between Peter and Miles with complementary combat styles — Peter's gadget tech vs. Miles's bioelectric powers.
Adaptive triggers for web tension, haptic feedback for impact and surface types — one of PS5's best controller implementations.
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