Marvel's Spider-Man
Insomniac Games · Sony Interactive Entertainment
Marvel's Spider-Man is Insomniac Games' 2018 open-world superhero game for PlayStation, later remastered for PS5 and released on PC. You play as an experienced Peter Parker, eight years into being Spider-Man, juggling crime fighting with his work as a lab assistant and his relationship with Mary Jane.
Cafe guide
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The story starts with Spider-Man taking down Wilson Fisk, the Kingpin, but his arrest creates a power vacuum.
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A new gang called the Inner Demons appears, led by the mysterious Mister Negative, and before long several famous villains get involved. Without spoiling anything, it is one of the best Spider-Man stories in any medium.
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What makes the game special is how good it feels to be Spider-Man.
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Web-swinging between skyscrapers is fluid and fun, and the combat mixes acrobatic attacks, dodges and gadgets. The city is full of side activities, from stopping crimes to finding hidden backpacks and photographing landmarks.
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Single-player only, but still a cafe winner
Marvel's Spider-Man has no multiplayer, but it is a great game to try on a PS5 at a cafe, especially if you are thinking about buying a console.
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Friends can take turns playing or watch together. The swinging is fun to watch as well as play.
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Recommended setup
A PS5 running the Remastered version is ideal, with a big screen and good sound.
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PS4 and PC versions also exist. Rated T.
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Tips for your first session
Swing low and use buildings to build speed, then let go at the top for extra height.
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Dodge when your spider-sense warns you, then counter. Use web shooters and gadgets to control crowds. Unlock new suits by completing activities.
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Session length
The main story takes about 15 to 20 hours.
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A two-hour session will let you get through the opening chapters and try some activities.
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Who will like it
Spider-Man fans, open-world fans, and anyone who wants a big, polished single-player adventure.
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If you enjoy it, Miles Morales and Spider-Man 2 continue the story.
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