Marvel's Spider-Man 2 — Review (2026): Is It Worth Playing?
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 is the continuation of Peter Parker and Miles Morales's adventures in New York, released in October 2023 exclusively on PlayStation 5. Players control both Spider-Men, switching between them almost instantly, each with their own combat style, gadgets, and storyline. Villains include Kraven the Hunter, the Lizard, and the symbiote Venom.
What is the game about
The story begins six months after Miles Morales. Peter tries to balance work, personal life, and being Spider-Man; Miles attends college and masters new powers. Threats arrive from three sides: Kraven declares war on the city's supervillains, Dr. Connors loses control of his Lizard form, and Peter dons the black symbiote suit — losing control of himself.
Gameplay
- Instant switching: swap between Peter and Miles in the open world and in combat with one button — each has unique abilities.
- Web wings: a new mechanic lets you fly between buildings faster than in the first game.
- Symbiote abilities: the black suit gives Peter new attacks — but at a story price.
- Queens and Brooklyn: the map has grown roughly twice the size of the first game.
Should you play it in 2026
Yes. Spider-Man 2 is Insomniac's largest and most technically mature exclusive. If you loved the first game — this is a mandatory continuation; if you haven't played it — start with the remastered first Spider-Man (available on PS5).
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Switching between heroes | Campaign is shorter than the first game (~17 hours) |
| Great symbiote story | Side activities are more repetitive than the original |
| Huge, detailed New York | Requires a PS5 |
| Powerful finale with Venom | No story DLC |
FAQ
Do I need to play the first game and Miles Morales? Recommended — the story directly continues both games.
Is there Russian voice acting? Full text translation and subtitles; voice acting is English only.
How many hours? 15–20 hours for the story, 30+ with all activities.
Is it on PC? As of September 2026 — no, PS5 only.