Marvel's Spider-Man 2
News, coverage and analysis tracking Marvel's Spider-Man 2 across the outlets.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls on PC Blocked in 132 Countries Due to PlayStation Account RequirementThe PC version of Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls will not be available in 132 countries due to a mandatory PlayStation Network account requirement for multiplayer features. This situation mirrors the controversy faced by Helldivers 2, which was later reversed by Sony. Arc System Works is developing the fighting game, featuring Marvel characters with a 3D anime aesthetic.- All AccessSony Interactive Entertainment's Marvel's Spider-Man 2 is reportedly blocked in over 100 countries on Steam. The reason for these regional restrictions on the PC version of the game is currently unknown.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continuesThe Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
Photography Games | Game Developer Spotlight SeriesGame Developer is hosting a "Photography Week" exploring the genre and its mechanics, featuring new interviews and essays. Topics include how photography games encourage players to notice their surroundings and document experiences. Discussions will cover game design choices, balancing artistic freedom with progression metrics, and applying basic photography tips to improve in-game photo modes.
Insomniac Working on New Marvel Game IPInsomniac Games is reportedly working on a new Marvel game IP separate from its Spider-Man and Wolverine titles. This new project is in addition to the upcoming Marvel's Wolverine, which is slated for release in September 2026. The studio has a strong track record with Marvel games, including Marvel's Spider-Man, Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales, and Marvel's Spider-Man 2.
80% of single-player game sales are on PS5 over Xbox reveals combined dataNew data indicates that single-player game sales on PlayStation 5 significantly outperform Xbox Series X/S, with 75%-80% of global launch sales occurring on Sony's console. This trend is attributed to higher PlayStation 5 unit sales and Xbox Game Pass potentially reducing individual game purchases. While Microsoft has disputed some figures, the console sales disparity suggests a substantial market advantage for PlayStation in the single-player space.- Prep For Spider-Man: Brand New Day With This Spider-Man Lego DealWalmart is offering a significant discount on the Lego Marvel Spider-Man vs Oscorp set, dropping its price to $95 from $140. The set includes minifigures of Spider-Man, Spider-Woman, Green Goblin, and more. Additionally, Marvel's Spider-Man 2 for PlayStation 5 is available for $30, matching its lowest price.
- Tom Holland and Zendaya Are Huge Fans of PlayStation's Spider-Man Games, Insomniac Invites Them for Studio TourActors Tom Holland and Zendaya are reportedly big fans of Insomniac Games' PlayStation Spider-Man titles. Following this revelation, the studio has extended an invitation to the pair for a tour of their facilities.
Wolverine PS5 Will Win Awards for These Outstanding Accessibility and Difficulty OptionsInsomniac Games is implementing extensive accessibility and difficulty options in Marvel's Wolverine for the PlayStation 5, building upon the standards set by Marvel's Spider-Man 2. The game will feature numerous new and improved settings for gameplay assists, visual and audio cues, controls, and violence customization, allowing for a highly personalized player experience.
'Absolutely Sensational': Tom Holland and Zendaya Love the Marvel's Spider-Man GamesActors Tom Holland and Zendaya, who portray Spider-Man and MJ in the Marvel movies, expressed their admiration for Insomniac Games' Marvel's Spider-Man video game series. In an interview, Holland called the games 'absolutely sensational,' while Zendaya mentioned enjoying the Story Mode despite finding gameplay challenging. Insomniac Games has invited the pair to their headquarters following their positive remarks.
Spider-Man 2 DLC Announced 2 Years After ReleaseInsomniac Games has announced a surprise DLC for Marvel's Spider-Man 2, releasing on July 28th, three days before the new Spider-Man movie. This DLC will add a new suit inspired by the classic design from the first game, available to owners of the game or PS Plus Extra subscribers. Despite this cosmetic addition, the article notes the absence of any story expansion DLCs, possibly due to the upcoming Marvel's Wolverine game.
Hermen Hulst Allegedly Said Sony's PC Ports Didn't Make Enough MoneySony has reportedly decided to stop porting its first-party single-player PlayStation 5 games to PC, with PS Studios boss Hermen Hulst citing insufficient revenue from previous ports. This decision follows comments from PlayStation CEO Hideaki Nishino about enhancing the unique value of the PlayStation experience. While some fans agree, PC players argue that late, sub-optimal releases and high prices contributed to the poor sales.
Spider-Man 2 PS5 Getting New DLC Out of NowhereSony has announced a surprise DLC for Marvel's Spider-Man 2 on PlayStation 5, releasing on July 28th. This cosmetic add-on celebrates the theatrical release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day. It is currently unconfirmed if the DLC will be free or available on PC, and it arrives nearly three years after the game's initial launch.
Evening Reading - June 17, 2026This edition of Evening Reading covers several gaming news items including the launch of Pokemon Champions on mobile, Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions' early access, and Epic Games' stance on generative AI in Unreal Engine 6. It also notes the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 5's first new heist in years and the porting of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops 2 to PlayStation consoles.- Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Is Adding New Suit from Brand New Day for FreeMarvel's Spider-Man 2 is receiving its first new content update, adding a suit inspired by the Brand New Day comic storyline. This new suit will be available to players for free.
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 To Add A New Suit For Peter Parker on July 28, Ahead of Brand New Day’s ReleaseInsomniac Games will release a free update for Marvel's Spider-Man 2 on July 28, 2026, adding the 'Fresh Start' suit for Peter Parker. This suit resembles the one worn by Tom Holland in the upcoming film Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which releases on July 31, 2026. The update is purely cosmetic and does not include any gameplay changes.
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Pulls In Another Costume From The MoviesInsomniac Games is releasing a free update for Marvel's Spider-Man 2 on July 28, adding Peter Parker's "Fresh Start" suit from the upcoming movie Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The developer is also working on Marvel's Wolverine, set to release on PlayStation 5 on September 15.
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 is getting its first update in over a year as Insomniac brings Spidey's Brand New Day…Insomniac Games is releasing a free update for Marvel's Spider-Man 2 on July 28, adding Peter Parker's 'Fresh Start' suit inspired by the upcoming film Spider-Man: Brand New Day. This marks the game's first significant update in over a year, with the PC version also receiving the patch. No story DLC is planned for the game.
Spider-Man 2 PS5 Gets New Suit from Brand New Day Movie on 28th JulyMarvel's Spider-Man 2 on PlayStation 5 will receive a free update on July 28, 2026, adding the 'Fresh Start Suit' from the upcoming movie Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The movie is set to release on July 31, 2026.
The Spider-Man: Brand New Day suit is coming to Marvel's Spider-Man 2 for freeInsomniac Games is adding the 'Fresh Start' suit from the upcoming movie Spider-Man: Brand New Day to Marvel's Spider-Man 2 via a free update on July 28 for PlayStation 5 and PC. This marks the likely final content addition for the game as Insomniac shifts focus to Marvel's Wolverine.