Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Release Date Set for October 20

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is set to launch on PlayStation 5 on October 20, as revealed by publisher Sony Interactive Entertainment and developer Insomniac Games.
Marvels Spider Man 2 Venom Fight
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Publisher Sony Interactive Entertainment and developer Insomniac Games have jointly announced the launch of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 on PlayStation 5, set for October 20. Following the warm reception of Marvel’s Spider-Man in 2018 and Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales in 2020, Insomniac Games has dedicated the past few years to creating this third installment. The sequel is designed to exploit the full power of the PlayStation 5 console, promising enhanced visuals, faster web swinging capabilities, 3D Audio, and swift character switching, leading to an immersive single-player, open-world experience.

The game allows players to immerse themselves in Marvel’s New York, playing as both Peter Parker and Miles Morales. The main storyline lets players control both Spider-Men at various stages of the campaign. Additionally, players can switch between characters almost instantly while exploring Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn. Each Spider-Man has unique stories and missions exclusive to their character.

The box art depicts Peter and Miles as key protagonists, surrounded by darkness, suggesting the threats from fan-favorite villains like Venom, Lizard, and Kraven. Their respective new abilities, Peter with the symbiote and Miles with his evolved bioelectric Venom powers, are represented through their arms in the artwork.

Pre-orders for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 are scheduled to commence on June 16th, 2023, from 10:00 AM local time across all participating retailers, PlayStation Store, and PlayStation Direct. Fans who pre-order any version of the game will receive an early unlock Arachknight Suit for Peter with three additional color variants, a Shadow Spider Suit for Miles with three additional color variants, an early unlock Web Grabber gadget, and three skill points to get started.

The standard edition of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is priced at $69.99 / £69.99/ €79.99/ ¥8,980 MSRP. Besides, two special editions – a Digital Deluxe and Collector’s Edition – will be made available. The Digital Deluxe edition, priced at $79.99 / £79.99/ €89.99/ ¥9,980 MSRP, will encompass the game, all pre-order incentives, 10 unique suits (five each for Peter and Miles), additional Photo Mode frames and stickers, and two additional skill points.

Marvel Spider Man 2 Digital Deluxe Addition
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The Digital Deluxe edition also boasts of 10 suits designed by guest artists from various fields including comics, films, and PlayStation Studios. These include Kris Anka, Julia Blattman, Sweeney Boo, Anthony Francisco, Raf Grassetti, Jerad Maantz, Joel Mandish, Darren Quach, and Victoria Ying.

Marvels Spider Man 2 Collectors Edition
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For ardent Spider-Man fans, the Collector’s Edition, priced at $229.99 / £219.99/ €249.99/ ¥31,790 MSRP, offers the Digital Deluxe Edition along with a Steelbook® case, and a 19-inch statue featuring Spider-Men battling Venom. The Collector’s Edition will be available on PlayStation Direct in select markets starting June 16th, 2023. Fans in regions without PlayStation Direct can anticipate further information regarding securing a Collector’s Edition in their respective region.

Source: PlayStation Blog

Shaun Savage

Shaun Savage

Shaun Savage is the founder and editor-in-chief of Try Hard Guides. He has been covering and writing about video games for over 9 years. He is a 2013 graduate of the Academy of Art University with an A.A. in Web Design and New Media. In his off-time, he enjoys playing video games, watching bad movies, and spending time with his family.

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