
Insomniac Games · Sony Interactive Entertainment
Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales is Insomniac Games' 2020 spin-off, released as a PS5 launch title (and on PS4, later PC). It follows Miles, who has been learning from Peter Parker, as he becomes Harlem's Spider-Man while Peter is away. A conflict between an energy corporation called Roxxon and a high-tech gang called the Underground puts Miles and his neighbourhood in danger.
His venom powers let him charge up electric attacks, and he can turn invisible with camouflage, which opens up stealth options. His animations have a slightly scrappier feel, fitting a younger hero. The snowy, festive New York setting makes it look gorgeous.
The main story is much shorter than other big open-world games, roughly 8 to 10 hours, so a few sessions can get you through it. It is also a good way to try a PS5 game without committing to a long adventure.
PS5 is ideal.
PS4 and PC versions also exist. A large screen with good sound makes the city look and feel amazing. Rated T.
Use venom attacks to stun groups of enemies.
Use camouflage to escape when you are overwhelmed. Complete side missions in the Friendly Neighborhood app to unlock gadgets and suits. Practise swinging to build speed, and use the dive to gain momentum.
A two-hour session will take you through the opening and several missions.
The full story fits into a few visits.
Spider-Man fans, players who want a shorter, focused superhero game, and newcomers to PS5 who want to see what it can do.
If you like it, Marvel's Spider-Man 2 picks up the story with both heroes.
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