Summary
Few superheroes have managed to capture the appeal of everyman charm better thanMarvel’s friendly neighborhood Spider-Man. Since arriving on the comic book page all the way back in 1962, Peter Parker has captured the public’s imagination in a way few fictional characters have ever managed.
Over the decades, the wise-cracking wall-crawler has made his way into almost every entertainment medium on offer.From multiple blockbuster filmsto cartoons and video games, the Queens protector has frequently proven to be a major pop-cultural presence. When it comes to games, a select few have offered especially interesting, on-point interpretations of the character, giving gamers rewarding web-slinging experiences in the process.
As if one exciting take on Spider-Man wasn’t enough, this multiversal effort gives players four to tangle with.Long beforeNo Way Homeand theSpider-Verseflicks,Spider-Man:Shattered Dimensionssaw a selection of very different Spider-Men from different worlds team up to save the day.
Along with a fairly traditional take on Peter Parker, the game also features Spider-Man Noir, 2099’s Miguel O’Hara, and a Venom-infused Ultimate Spider-Man for gamers to fill the shoes of. The result is four compelling character arcs as they take on a variety of threats, from classic villains like Mysterio and Kraven the Hunter to cult-favorite anti-heroes like Deadpool. For longtime Spidey comic fans, this action-packed team-up tale is a must-play, as the Spider-Men both master their own personal issues and the importance of team work to save the day.
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Swing to the rescue as Spider-Man™ then blaze a path of destruction as Venom. Play both sides in the most ground-breaking Spider-Man experience ever.
• Explore an expanded free-roaming environment that includes Queens, NY.•Unleash your fury as the villainous Venom.•Encounter more Spider-Man character than ever before.
This video game adaptationof Brian Michael Bendis and Mark Bagley’s modernized Spidey series is one of the most visually distinctive games in wall-crawler history. Adopting a hand-drawn, comic book-like esthetic to mirror Bagley’s art style, every moment feels like a comic panel come to life.
First hitting the stands in 2000,Ultimate Spider-Manoffered a fresh, new update on the classic Peter Parker mythos. With new takes on both the titular hero and his expansive supporting cast, the series won acclaim for providing new thrills outof old classic charactersand themes. All of this is captured in the game, making it a perfect rendition of one of the best modern Spidey comic runs.
3Spider-Man 2
Remains An All-Time Great Film-To-Game Adaptation
This seminal release puts players in the role of Tobey Macguire’sbeloved film take on Peter Parker. Adapting the events of the fan-favorite 2004 sequel film, the game also sprinkles a few fresh villains and plotlines to provide some extra bang for players’ buck.
Serving as the first Spider-Man game to provide players with an open-world format,Spider-Man 2quickly crushed the long-running stereotype of video game tie-ins being cheap cash-grabs. On top of adapting the film’s action set-pieces, the game brings in the likes of Black Cat, Rhino, and Mysterio for players to take on. Mysterio in particular serves as a major antagonist, with the game even providing a fresh take on his supervillain origin along the way. On top of revolutionizing Spider-Man gaming with an open-world format, this classic was also the first to require players to actually hit buildings with their webs to swing off them, continuing its trend as arguably the most influential Spidey game of all time.
Upon bursting onto the scene in 2018,Marvel’s Spider-Manset a new bar for wall-crawling games. Introducing players to a smart, savvy Peter Parker working under the increasingly sinister Dr. Otto Octavius, the game was a smash hit with players and critics alike.
Marvel’s Spider-Manmanages to provide both a classic and modern take on Peter Parker, imbuing him with the charmingly silly wit he’s become known for over the decades. Better still, his commitment to justice and Uncle Ben’s great power/great responsibility motto remain key throughout the game, with him even making a heartbreaking sacrifice to save the day towards the end of the campaign. On top of capturing his professional and superhero lives neatly, the game also highlights his love life through his dynamics with both Mary-Jane Watson and Black Cat. Overall, it’s hardly surprising this game has seeminglylaunched a new age of Spidey video game fun.
1Spider-Man (2000)
Opened The Door To A New Millennium Of Wall-Crawler Games
At the time of its initial release, this well-regarded classic quickly established itself as the definitive Spidey game of its era. Players take control of the beloved hero as he uncovers a web of conspiracy surrounding the always-sinister Dr. Octopus.
With Spider-Man framed and in hot water, he must both clear his name and successfully take down a litany of villains. From the surprise appearances of popular Marvel characters like Daredevil, Human Torch, The Punisher,and Captain America, to the sheer madnessof the Monster-Ock final boss, the game remains colorful and thrilling throughout. Following a married, all grown-up Peter Parker,Spider-Man (2000)provides players with an action-packed look at the dangerous, crime-fighting life that the seminal superhero leads.
