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Marvel's Spider-Man 2
Action
Adventure
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Cloud
HDR available
Family Sharing

Be Greater. Together. The incredible power of the symbiote forces Peter Parker and Miles Morales into a desperate fight as they balance their lives, friendships, and their duty to protect in an exciting chapter of the critically acclaimed Spider-Man franchise on PC.

Developers: Insomniac Games Nixxes Software
Publishers: PlayStation Publishing LLC
Release Date: Jan 30, 2025
Price (USD): $59.99
Current Players: 2.6k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mostly Positive(78%)
engaging mechanics
graphics detail
character development
story immersion
fluid gameplay
web wings
Venom storyline
secondary characters
purchase at discount
poor optimization
performance issues
story rushed
unplayable sections
Overall, players express enthusiasm for the game's portrayal of superheroes and its visual fidelity, but there is frustration over performance issues on PC. The story is largely well-received, though some aspects are divisive, such as the role of secondary characters like Mary Jane. The web-swinging mechanics are a standout feature, but the technical problems significantly detract from the experience, leading to recommendations to purchase the game only at a discount or after patches.

Positive Points

  • The game delivers an excellent portrayal of being Spider-Man, offering richly detailed mechanics and gameplay experiences.
  • Players appreciate the graphics and visual design, noting the stunning detail in New York City and character animations.
  • The narrative includes engaging character development, particularly with Peter Parker and Miles Morales, contributing to an emotional and immersive story.
  • Web-swinging and combat mechanics were praised for their fluidity and the depth they add to the gameplay.

    • Negative Points

  • The game suffers from poor optimization on PC, leading to frequent crashes, stutters, and graphical glitches.
  • There is significant dissatisfaction with the performance on lower-tier PCs and Steam Deck, where the game is almost unplayable at times.
  • Critics note that the story feels rushed in certain areas, particularly in the concluding segments.
  • There is a mixed reception regarding the inclusion of Mary Jane gameplay sections, which many find unnecessary and disruptive to the pacing.

    • Mixed Points

  • While some players love the addition of web wings for traversal, others feel it detracts from the traditional web-swinging experience.
  • The story introduces new elements that are received with a variety of opinions; some like the Venom storyline, while others find it lacking depth.

    • Common Themes

  • The game maintains core elements from previous installments, with significant enhancements in combat and traversal mechanics.
  • Players consistently mention the enjoyment of swinging through New York and engaging in combat, despite technical setbacks.
  • Performance optimization is a major theme, with many players experiencing issues regardless of their system's power.
    • Updated 8/9/2025, 12:01:32 AM UTC
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