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The Amazing Spider-Man 2

Sep 04, 2014 12 years ago
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Type Base game 2014 Genres AdventureFightingHack and slash/Beat 'em up Companies Square Enix · Publisher · Activision · Publisher · Beenox · Developer Follow Log in to follow

The Amazing Spider-Man 2 is an open-world action-adventure video game based on the Marvel Comics character Spider-Man and the 2014 film of the same name. Two years after the death of Ben Parker, Peter Parker his nephew gains special spider-like powers to become Spider-man. But now with the rise of enemies like Harry Osborn, kingpin, And the Russian Mob, Spider-man is in one of his biggest battles yet. However, he is not the only one hunting villains.

What it’s like

The Amazing Spider-Man 2 delivers a youthful, exuberant power fantasy centered on high-speed traversal and visceral brawling. The experience is defined by its expansive open world, allowing players to swing through a detailed New York City with a sense of freedom that serves as the game's primary strength. Combat is fast-paced and satisfying, emphasizing hand-to-hand encounters against street-level thugs and iconic villains like Kingpin and Electro. While the narrative follows a standard superhero template with generic criminal elements, it remains faithful to the comic book universe’s tone. The craft focuses on accessibility and immediate fun rather than deep mechanical complexity or polished execution. It captures the goofy energy of its protagonist, offering a lighthearted adventure that prioritizes the thrill of movement and simple, effective combat loops over intricate storytelling or rigorous challenge.

Strong in CombatExploration / WorldGameplay / Mechanics

Keep in mind The narrative is generic and lacks the depth or emotional weight of standalone Spider-Man titles, relying on familiar tropes without innovation. · Performance issues and baffling design choices can detract from the immersion, making it feel less refined than competitors in the genre.

AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from ign.com, metacritic.com, gamesradar.com, denofgeek.com, digitaltrends.com.

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Releases

PlatformRegionTypeDate
PC (Microsoft Windows) Worldwide Full release Apr 29, 201412 years ago
PlayStation 3 Worldwide Full release Apr 29, 201412 years ago
Xbox 360 Worldwide Full release Apr 29, 201412 years ago
Wii U Worldwide Full release May 02, 201412 years ago
Xbox One Worldwide Full release May 12, 201412 years ago
PlayStation 4 Worldwide Full release Sep 04, 201412 years ago

Reviews

52Critics · 14 60Players · 102

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