Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Review Summary
Last updated: 2026-11-03
- Improved gameplay over predecessors
- Fun and universally praised
- Highly enjoyable combat system
- Engaging and well-developed story
- Exceptional web-swinging traversal
- Story weaker than first game
Emotions
Archetypes
Hardware
Windows 12-15GB VRAMnegativeWindows <8GB VRAM / <16GB RAMnegative
Snapshot History
Positive
Negative
309
55%
45%
173
28%
72%
144
98%
410
55%
45%
- Sample precision
- Helpful reviews
- 82%
- Unhelpful reviews
- 16%
- Protest reviews
- 2%
- 55%Helpful reviews with positive sentiment
- 45%Helpful reviews with negative sentiment
- Positive points
- 1243
- Negative points
- 1291
- Gameplay points
- 834
- Perf. points
- 358
- Rec. points
- 246
- Misc points
- 401
| Point | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
Gameplay improves over predecessors
| Many reviewers highlight that gameplay is a significant step up from the first game and Miles Morales, with better mechanics, playability, and traversal. The overall experience is described as more fluid, complex, and less repetitive than before. | 26% |
Universally praised as fun
| The game is consistently described as great, fun, and enjoyable across numerous reviews. Players frequently call it amazing and wonderful overall, indicating broad satisfaction with the core experience. | 23% |
Combat is highly enjoyable
| Combat is praised as fun, satisfying, and fast-paced, with tight and juicy mechanics. Players enjoy the combat system with both Peter and Miles, finding it dynamic and evolved. | 18% |
Engaging and well-developed story
| The story is frequently described as very good, captivating, and well told. Reviewers find it excellent, engaging, and magnificent, keeping them entertained throughout. | 16% |
Traversal is exceptional
| Traversal, especially web swinging, is described as great, amazing, and addictive. Players find the movement solid and immaculate, making navigation a joy. | 15% |
Switching characters adds variety
| The option to switch between Peter and Miles is well-received, adding variety and making the experience more complete. The dynamic gameplay alternating between the two is seen as organic and fantastic. | 13% |
Stunning visual presentation
| Graphics are repeatedly called gorgeous, beautiful, and spectacular. The visual quality is considered a masterpiece and top-notch, enhancing the overall appeal of the game. | 13% |
Symbiote powers are a hit
| The symbiote abilities are repeatedly called fun, satisfying, and a great addition. Playing as Venom and using the black suit is considered really cool, enriching the action. | 10% |
Combat smoother than before
| Combat and movement feel significantly smoother and more enjoyable compared to previous games. The improved hit feel and faster pace are highlighted as major upgrades. | 7% |
Best Spider-Man game yet
| Reviewers call it the most fun Spider-Man game and easily the best out there. It is considered comfortably more fun than both Spider-Man 1 and Miles Morales. | 7% |
Dual Spider-Men enhance experience
| Having two Spider-Men with different skill sets is beautiful and enjoyable, adding depth to missions. The dual premise is appealing and makes gameplay more interesting. | 6% |
Polished and smooth gameplay
| Gameplay is described as magnificent, fun, and polished, with excellent movement. Many note that it is unbelievably smooth, contributing to a high-quality experience. | 6% |
Awesome suit selection
| The suits, especially the black suit, are praised as awesome and fantastic. Many suits look peak, adding to the visual appeal and player customization. | 6% |
Top-tier voice acting
| Voice acting is extremely well done and emotional, with top-tier performances from the cast. The cinematography and voice acting are super good, enhancing the narrative. | 6% |