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  1. Sep 7, 2018
    10
    Insomniac was the perfect choice to bring everyone’s friendly neighborhood spider to life. Everything feels torn straight from the movies/comics. The combat, the music, the art direction, the famous Spidey mouth. All superbly done. The story and villains are done great too. Familiar faces but with that insomiac spin. Love it. And the web slinging is fantastic. Really feel like Spider-Man.Insomniac was the perfect choice to bring everyone’s friendly neighborhood spider to life. Everything feels torn straight from the movies/comics. The combat, the music, the art direction, the famous Spidey mouth. All superbly done. The story and villains are done great too. Familiar faces but with that insomiac spin. Love it. And the web slinging is fantastic. Really feel like Spider-Man. Haven’t been so happy to sling around since Spider-Man 2. A+ Expand
  2. Feb 3, 2020
    10
    As a long time fan of the webhead I wondered if this game would be able to live up to the bar that was set by Spider-Man 2 on the PS2/Gamecube. What that game did so well was the physics based web swinging.

    Fortunately the resounding answer is yes. Insomniac not only met that high bar but they surpassed it. Visually the game is stunning. New York has been realized convincingly with
    As a long time fan of the webhead I wondered if this game would be able to live up to the bar that was set by Spider-Man 2 on the PS2/Gamecube. What that game did so well was the physics based web swinging.

    Fortunately the resounding answer is yes. Insomniac not only met that high bar but they surpassed it.

    Visually the game is stunning. New York has been realized convincingly with tall skyscrapers and a convincing populace. Spider-Man 2 allowed you to go to ground level, ride a car here or there, recover a kids balloon, deliver Pizza's. But this feels far more robust.

    There are dynamic events throughout the city to engage in. Maybe you stop a getaway car. Foil a robbery. Spot some thugs on a roof top? Send them flying over the edge only to see them stuck to the side of the wall.

    The combat is excellent. There is such a rhythm to it. You can dive between an enemy's legs, hit a guy behind them, bounce backward, web a manhole cover and twirl it about before sending it into some hapless goons noggin. Then you have all your web abilities like a web bomb, spider drone and more to boot.

    The web swinging has been done wonders too with a number of tricks you can perform.

    All of these really shine in the outposts and hideouts you can take down using a mix of stealth and bare knuckle fisticuffs.

    There are plenty of collectibles to collect that can then be used to unlock suits and upgrades. Insomniac didn't stop though. They continued adding new suits and fresh content with DLC including the beloved Raimi suit.

    The story too is frankly amazing. While the Arkham games have always excelled at presenting Batman's rogues gallery and delivering a Batman vs. Joker story? Spider-Man's story in this game really gets to the heart of what makes Peter Parker Spider-Man.
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  3. Sep 7, 2018
    10
    What a masterpiece all around, beautiful game, beautiful story, and compelling and immersive set pieces
  4. Oct 21, 2018
    10
    I just finished it. I've never wanted to finish a game 100% before this badly
  5. Jul 26, 2020
    10
    I love this game! The combat mechanics are easy and fun, and I enjoy webslinging so much.
  6. Sep 9, 2018
    10
    i stayed more than 24 hours awaken playing
    the second act is just amazing and what an ending, just beautiful
    its soo **** amazingly fun from beggining to end, i think that the reviews are discriminating the game for it being a superhero game, thats **** mechanically, gameplay, graphically it's just pure amazing fun, from beginning to end the suits (''guns'') do not disappoint as always
    i stayed more than 24 hours awaken playing
    the second act is just amazing and what an ending, just beautiful
    its soo **** amazingly fun from beggining to end, i think that the reviews are discriminating the game for it being a superhero game, thats **** mechanically, gameplay, graphically it's just pure amazing fun, from beginning to end
    the suits (''guns'') do not disappoint as always on a insomniac game, the ost is brilliant and soo well used, the characters are all amazing and well developed, the storytelling is amazing,way more than i could've ever expected from an insomniac game.
    thats it, the game is **** amazing, play it.
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  7. Sep 12, 2018
    10
    Lots of great moments that stood out to me in this spectacular game. Web swinging is such a pleasure and so much fun, I can't imagine how much time and effort it must have taken to nail down the web swinging aspect alone to look & feel right while also keeping it fun. The game has great story, characters, visuals, animations, gameplay, combat, sound design you name it. Insomniac Games' hasLots of great moments that stood out to me in this spectacular game. Web swinging is such a pleasure and so much fun, I can't imagine how much time and effort it must have taken to nail down the web swinging aspect alone to look & feel right while also keeping it fun. The game has great story, characters, visuals, animations, gameplay, combat, sound design you name it. Insomniac Games' has set the bar very high for superhero games. They have told a new story that doesn’t attach directly to the MCU or the comics but it does so with heart and character moments that feel like they matter. Expand
  8. Sep 12, 2018
    10
    Best game about super-hero. Nice story and characters, awesome combat, amazing graphics.
  9. Sep 9, 2018
    10
    I love how XBOX and Nintendo fanboys are trying to low down the score. You're so ridiculous guys.

    On the other hand, the game is completely awesome. I played a few a hous and I think that it could be one of this generation must have, just like GOW (PS4), The Witcher III or The Legend Of Zelda BOTW (Switch).
  10. Sep 7, 2018
    10
    Amazing, fantástico, incrível e empolgante, vale cada centavo. Diversão garantida.
  11. Feb 21, 2021
    10
    insomniac's spiderman is everything that you expect from a super hero game, it's narrative is amazing from start to finish and It's gameplay and combat system is very enjoyable, the side quests could be better though. the game runs smoothly and beautifuly even on basic ps4, if you have a ps4 don't miss this masterpiece
  12. Sep 22, 2018
    10
    Best spider man exprience that I have ever had. From now on this version of Peter Parker is the best one.
  13. Sep 10, 2018
    10
    Not only the best Spider-Man game ever made but most definitely the best superhero game that has been made. The level of detail in literally every aspect of the game and of Spider-Man is seriously jaw dropping. This is one of those games that you simply get the console that its exclusive for because you do not want to miss out on this one.

    Graphics are astonishing, voice actors are
    Not only the best Spider-Man game ever made but most definitely the best superhero game that has been made. The level of detail in literally every aspect of the game and of Spider-Man is seriously jaw dropping. This is one of those games that you simply get the console that its exclusive for because you do not want to miss out on this one.

    Graphics are astonishing, voice actors are fantastic and so is almost all of the writing so far, the city of New York is alive and feels genuine. I could swing through manhattan in this game for hours on end without growing tired of it, they nailed it.

    Hats off for Insomniac Games, this is nothing short of a masterpiece, I absolutely love you guys for making this game. Thank you!
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  14. Sep 28, 2018
    10
    I actually did all of the side content and got the platinum trophy... I almost never do side content, especially in sandbox games. The web swinging, combat and mini games were so enjoyable though I just wanted to do as much as possible. I loved the story too. I'm already thinking about doing a second playthrough. Currently my game of the year simply because I had so much fun playing it.
  15. Sep 12, 2018
    10
    Jogo excelente! A liberdade e o quão suave é ficar se balançando pela cidade é algo incrível! A cada upgrade de armadura e desbloqueio de habilidade te deixa mas instigado a continuar jogando. Mesmo side repetitivas se tornam ínfimas frente ao quão o restante é grandioso.
  16. Sep 9, 2018
    10
    One of best games i have played in years, the combat is fluid, the map traversal is easy and fun and you will continue to find better ways to move from building to build. Stealth in this game is better than the Batman Arkham games, something just fills satisfying walking along the scaffolding and wrapping as many bad guys as you can to one beam. The Abilities and Gadgets make each fightOne of best games i have played in years, the combat is fluid, the map traversal is easy and fun and you will continue to find better ways to move from building to build. Stealth in this game is better than the Batman Arkham games, something just fills satisfying walking along the scaffolding and wrapping as many bad guys as you can to one beam. The Abilities and Gadgets make each fight different as you choose different gadgets for different encounters.

    The wide range of suits is a nice touch including Movie suits. The Story itself its interesting and there is always a plot twist around the corner that you didnt see coming. each character perfectly represents their comic counter part while keeping it interesting as you progress.

    the graphics in this game are beautiful, better than E3 IMO, and all the landmarks look 1:1 with their real versions. 10/10 in every part. if you like Spider-Man you will love this Game.
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  17. Sep 12, 2018
    10
    This is definitely the best spider-man game, the best super hero game, one of the best games I have ever played.

    First, the story is one of the most immersive and original aspect of this game, a well thought masterpiece and one of my favorites, way better than all of the spider-man movies out yet. Game-play, man, after this game, I realized I've never properly swung across New York
    This is definitely the best spider-man game, the best super hero game, one of the best games I have ever played.

    First, the story is one of the most immersive and original aspect of this game, a well thought masterpiece and one of my favorites, way better than all of the spider-man movies out yet.

    Game-play, man, after this game, I realized I've never properly swung across New York properly, with the physics and well crafted animations you really feel like spider-man, you almost feel the wind touching your skin. You feel New York. Peter Parker as a character was awesome. Playing with him usually contains some puzzles but that's no problem, i heard MJ parts was boring but I disagree, I think stealth sessions was a good way to balance the tempo. By the way I loved the Insomniacs take on both of these characters. MJ makes great as a Journalist and personally better than being an actress. This improves her relation with Spidey greatly.

    Combat, aside from amazing traversal, combat is also amazing, an important part is it allows you to make strategic decision, you can take enemies out with multiple ways with those large amount of gadgets and of course your trusted web shooters, hands and legs too... the amount of combinations you can do is limitless, and the combos too. The finishers in the game really makes the fight alot interesting, there is large amount of finisher animations in the game and it is amazing I would say the feeling of hits isn't that great but when you pull these amazing combos and finishers you don't desperately need it, your eyes just lock to the screen. From the last sentence you might think that the combat is easy, it's definitely not the case. Don't think I'm spider-man these punks can't to anything to me. These guys really push you, they don't wait until you beat the other guys then strike, they just fight you with all they got. You may find yourself trying to escape a never ending sequence of gun shooting, rockets and more. And you will deal with it with your abilities and things i listed above.

    Side Activities and Collectibles, there is plenty of them. I can say they are original and creative but one negative thing i'm going to say because they are plenty, if you try to finish all of these before finishing the game, it can drive you away from the story a little.

    A thing I'm a little disappointed about is boss fights, they are fun and all but they all have a pattern and when you know what to do, the rest is doing the same thing again and again until you beat them.

    There are certainly alot left to say but my hands are slowly getting tired =) After all it was definitely worth the hype and overall a great game, an awesome game, an amazing game, a spectacular game, best super hero game yet. I know i may praised the game too much but these are my honest opinions and Im a huge spider-man fan. Always Be Greater.
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  18. Jan 30, 2020
    10
    One of the best PS4 exclusives, the best game from Insomniac Games. The gameplay is simple and lovely, to many it will seem familiar, after games about Batman, but here there is one detail that changes everything - animation. Such animations are not yet in one game. Part of the mission comes from other characters, and it revitalizes the game, though the mechanics of the stealth areOne of the best PS4 exclusives, the best game from Insomniac Games. The gameplay is simple and lovely, to many it will seem familiar, after games about Batman, but here there is one detail that changes everything - animation. Such animations are not yet in one game. Part of the mission comes from other characters, and it revitalizes the game, though the mechanics of the stealth are rudimentary. Side tasks - Ubisoft level, a lot of similar tasks and TOWERS. Overall, the game is great. I don 't like Marvel and generally modern trends and love for the superhero, but this game is an exception. Expand
  19. Sep 8, 2018
    10
    The best spider-man game ever made since 2002 follow up movie Spider-man 2, yes better than this one. Get some time to get used to the web swing mechanics, but very fluid after a couple of hours. The combat quick, agile at the same time, and very satisfying when you get a finisher move. The city of New York is alive, civilian driving, celebrating when you pass next to them and doing anThe best spider-man game ever made since 2002 follow up movie Spider-man 2, yes better than this one. Get some time to get used to the web swing mechanics, but very fluid after a couple of hours. The combat quick, agile at the same time, and very satisfying when you get a finisher move. The city of New York is alive, civilian driving, celebrating when you pass next to them and doing an activity like doing yoga, dancing and even playing basketball. The music is recognizable, but with the own twist of the composer from insomniac. The graphics are smooth and beautiful nothing wrong to say about that. Insomniac just did the Holy Grail of the superhero genre of game. The storytelling of resistance, the gameplay of sunset overdrive and the humour of Ratchet and Clank have prepared Insomniac games to create the greatest Spider-Man game. It an absolute buy for every fan of the web-swinger and for every ps4 owner. (sorry Xbox players)
    Final word: play this game you won't regret it!
    Score: 10/10
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  20. Sep 15, 2018
    10
    The story is engaging and emotional. The combat is super fun. The graphics looks amazing. Only downside is the check list type of side activities.
  21. Sep 8, 2018
    10
    the best spiderman game, insomniac make this epic game,This game looks amazing!
    I'm so glad I Pre-Ordered mine! best Spider-Man game ever made!
    Thanks Insomnia ou seja o melhor homen aranha , jogo esta perfeito em todos os sentidos, nao acredite no negativos, infelizmente esse povo da xbox mingau so sabe chorar porque nao tem jogos exclusivos, ao invez de jogar so sabem fazer isso
    the best spiderman game, insomniac make this epic game,This game looks amazing!
    I'm so glad I Pre-Ordered mine! best Spider-Man game ever made!
    Thanks Insomnia ou seja o melhor homen aranha , jogo esta perfeito em todos os sentidos, nao acredite no negativos, infelizmente esse povo da xbox mingau so sabe chorar porque nao tem jogos exclusivos, ao invez de jogar so sabem fazer isso falar mal dos jogos da sony, joguei o melhor jogo e tire a duvida, parabens sony e insomniac
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  22. Sep 18, 2018
    10
    Épico absoluto! Cuando comencé a jugar este juego, tuve que acostumbrarme a los movimientos y controles que están por todos lados. A medida que el juego avanzaba, se volvió más y más espectacular. La profundidad de la trama, la jugabilidad brillante, los controles / gráficos sublimes y las misiones secundarias significativas hacen de este el nuevo God of War de Insomniac.
  23. Sep 8, 2018
    10
    Best Spider-Man game to date, the web swinging couldn't be anymore perfect, I could literally just swing around the gorgeous Manhattan that Insomniac built for days on end. Combat is fluid, deep and oh so much fun which is an absolute staple from Insomniac games, They took every mechanic from all their past games that was great and improved them 100x over. This game is a 12 out of 10
  24. Jul 30, 2022
    10
    not seeing why this isn't a 10 ... 373 negative ? absurd, the story is great, the mechanics are great, the graphics are great, everything is great
  25. Sep 25, 2018
    10
    Amazing game! Story and gameplay 10/10!!! it was worth waiting for these two years! I hope you follow a second part after. All the success!
  26. Sep 9, 2018
    10
    Absolutely fantastic. Looks gorgeous, swinging is fun, combat is difficult and has lots of combos.

    15+ suits to unlock, gadgets to unlock and upgrade, side missions, side activities, etc.

    Game of the year?
  27. Oct 27, 2018
    10
    хуета, но вообще класс мне понравилось всем советую игра конечно говно но крутое говно
  28. Sep 11, 2018
    10
    Best super hero game ever (That was Arkham Asylum before). It has better and more fluid combat system than Arkham series and swinging with spidey far outweighs the gliding system in Arkham. Definitely a must-own for everyone. Worth every single penny. Thank you insomniac games
  29. Jan 30, 2023
    10
    Gameplay is really good and a very well done open world game, it doesn't innovate but it does what it proposes really well. The RPG elements, like the ability tree and the costume's abilitys are solid too.
    The story is what really stands out, it adapts very well the story of classic characters of the comics and transmits very well the feeling of being spider man, it connects very well the
    Gameplay is really good and a very well done open world game, it doesn't innovate but it does what it proposes really well. The RPG elements, like the ability tree and the costume's abilitys are solid too.
    The story is what really stands out, it adapts very well the story of classic characters of the comics and transmits very well the feeling of being spider man, it connects very well the interests of each villain even better than the movies too.
    The map adapts really well Manhattan and the boss fights are amazing.
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  30. Jun 16, 2019
    10
    This game delivers an awesome spiderman experience. It feels as if you are reading a comic but are actually in the comic. Great fun. Thank you.
Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 116 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Negative: 0 out of 116
  1. Mar 11, 2019
    95
    One of the best Spider-man games in history and a victory for the future of the singleplayer AAA games.
  2. Jan 25, 2019
    80
    There are myriad good reasons why Marvel's Spider-Man is the best-selling and highest-rated Spider-Man title in years. While it has a few glaring flaws, they pale in comparison to all of the things the team at Insomniac got right. A well-acted, strong story serves as the backbone for an experience that just plain feels right for Spider-Man, and fans and newcomers alike won't be disappointed by this trip to the Spider-verse.
  3. CD-Action
    Jan 9, 2019
    90
    This game does for Spider-Man what the Arkham series did for Batman. Immensely satisfying movement system, excellent combat, fast pace, superb visuals and wealth of side activities converge to bring a wonderful experienced, diluted only by some minor missteps in the story and a couple of stealth sequences where you control supporting characters instead of Spidey. [11/2018, p.54]