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The actor who plays Peter Parker in Marvel's Spider-Man 2 has reflected on the game's ending, teasing that he doesn't think we've seen the last of his character. 

With recent job listings suggesting that a new game could be in the works at Santa Monica Studio, there's some speculation as to what the story could be. Previously, it was confirmed that would conclude the Norse saga of the series, leaving it as a duology, but in December 2023, the studio released a free, roguelike DLC,, which took place after this ending, suggesting that there is room for more stories set within the Norse mythology.

There are many reasons why people like the Marvel’s Spider-Man franchise from Insomniac Games. It’s true that thanks to the PS4 and PS5, these games look gorgeous, and they’re only going to get better as they make more titles in the line. Plus, the gameplay is fluid and dynamic, making you feel like the Spider-Men while also having different attacks and abilities for both to use, making each unique. But the real reason that most praise the titles is the stories and portrayals of the characters. Peter Parker, Miles Morales, and others shine within the game in the best ways, and gamers gravitated to that.

Yuri Lowenthal, who voices Peter Parker in Insomniac‘s Spider-Man games, thinks the character will return in a future series instalment.

Madame Web is rumored to have tweaked Spider-Man's mantra, «With great power comes great responsibility,» a quote that has symbolized the superhero's moral compass for decades.

 We know that “winning lots of awards” isn’t exactly a “critical game development goal” when creating a video game. After all, it’s impossible to know what people will think of your title after you make it, even if you’ve spent years working on it, and even if you DO get nominated, it’s not a guarantee you’ll win. That last part was personified by Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 over the last month or so. Despite being one of the best games of 2023 by a large margin and being nominated for tons of awards across multiple sites and shows, it hasn’t exactly been “raking them in.”

The new Ultimate Spider-Man is here, and as promised, it stars a very different version of Peter Parker who is married to Mary Jane Watson, with two kids. Along with Peter and MJ, the new Ultimate Spider-Man #1 checks in with many of the most well known Spider-Man supporting characters and sets up Peter's new origin.

is set to reprise his role as Stoick the Vast in the upcoming live-action How To Train Your Dragon remake.

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By Wes Davis, a weekend editor who covers the latest in tech and entertainment. He has written news, reviews, and more as a tech journalist since 2020.

Marvel's Spider-Man 2 star Yuri Lowenthal, who plays Peter Parker in the acclaimed sequel, has a pitch to bring Across the Spider-Verse antagonist Spot into a hypothetical Spider-Man 3 game.

Insomniac Games' for PlayStation 5 is filled with Easter eggs and character guest appearances. Part of the series' allure has always been finding these secrets and interacting with fan-favorite characters. Now, with Miles Morales being a main character in the series and not simply a spin-off or guest himself, Insomniac has a big job for any upcoming DLC to continue to expand the cast of characters.

The developers of hit PlayStation 5 exclusive Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 have said Miles Morales is the "main" Spider-Man from now on, which has caused some fans to speculate about what Insomniac may do with the inevitable Spider-Man 3.

Yuri Lowenthal is one of gaming and animation’s most prolific and hardworking voice actors. With hundreds of credits stretching back over two decades — the man’s resume is so big it needs its own separate Wikipedia page — we’ve rarely gone a year without the pleasure of hearing his instantly recognizable performances, most recently as Peter Parker in Spider-Man 2.

Mary Jane Watson plays a significant role in , both from a narrative perspective as Peter's girlfriend, but also as a temporarily playable character, and most interestingly as part of one of the game's more surprising twists. MJ was introduced to the Spider-Man canon in 1965; since then she has gone on to become Peter Parker's main love interest and the principal beneficiary of his affection in the franchise's many movies, comics, and video games.

features an impressive lineup of suits for Peter Parker and Miles Morales, but one great option from the first game is bafflingly absent. Switching up styles is a great way to shake up the feeling of web-slinging, and a variety of styles from different sources across history make it easy to do so. The very best suits bring iconic looks to life in game with accuracy and panache, occasionally even utilizing different styles for lighting or animation to truly carry across the nature of their inspiration.

In Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, players switch between playing as Peter Parker and Miles Morales, two characters with spider-bite origin stories. However, some may be wondering how old these protagonists are during the events of Spider-Man 2.

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 has latched onto our PS5 like an alien symbiote — it’s going to take a long time before we can pry this game off our SSDs. The biggest new Playstation game of 2023, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is an incredible technical achievement and an incredibly fun game. Check out our review of Marvel’s Spider-Man here for confirmation. We’re here to collect all our information in one place. Whether you want to check out all the villain cameos, costume unlockables or secret spots to visit in New York, we’ve got everything you need to know about Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 in one place.

The Golden Joystick Awards has opened shortlists in three of its most major categories: Ultimate Game of the Year (UGOTY), Best Supporting Performer, and Best Lead Performer—and you can vote on them right now. If you're wondering why I'm telling you this, it's because the Golden Joystick awards are run by PC Gamer's parent company, Future.

Yuri Lowenthal, the actor behind Peter Parker in Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, had an unexpected pick for his favorite spidey-centric villain. 

Warning: The following article contains spoilers for Marvel's Spider-Man 2.

A recent interview with voice actor Yuri Lowenthal, who plays Peter Parker in , revealed that the first game in the series was almost missing a key death. The beloved superhero franchise just received its third entry this week, continuing the story of dual protagonists Peter and Miles Morales. The newest game is the most expansive yet, taking players all over Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens as they go head-to-head with villains like Kraven and Venom.

When combating multiple enemies in , players will need to use gadgets that will give them an advantage, and upgrading them can make all the difference. While playing as Peter Parker or Miles Morales, there will be times when their abilities will be on cooldown, and they are being overwhelmed by a myriad of enemies. Thankfully, using some gadgets can help get them out of sticky situations. Some of these gadgets are great for crowd control, which can be combined with other main Skills to take down tougher foes.

The long-anticipated finally arrives this week, pitting dual protagonists Peter Parker and Miles Morales against a rich roster of new villains like Venom and Kraven. The Insomniac title has greatly expanded upon the world seen in the original and, letting players swing all over Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens. Actors like 's Yuri Lowenthal and Nadji Jeter of reprise their roles of Parker and Morales alongside new cast members like 's Tony Todd as Venom.

The PS5 exclusive will also receive mission replay functionality in a future patch.

It even comes with three interchangeable and highly detailed tongues, which is three tongues too many.

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is nearly here. Fans are eager to dive into this game, and we will soon see its release this Friday. However, if you’re watching everything released regarding the game, you might have noticed some online debates regarding fast travel. Now, the PlayStation 5 is a powerhouse of a console, so we’re still seeing some impressive features get highlighted simply due to the power of the PS5. One of the features that developers have continued to credit is the SSD. It’s allowed the game to load incredibly quickly, and that might have some wondering if there’s any trickery happening behind the scenes. 

The fast travel in Marvel's Spider-Man 2 is incredible, but some fans would still rather swing around New York City as Peter Parker or Miles Morales. 

Insomniac Games's Spider-Man 2 is almost here (releasing on 20th October), and we can't wait to carry on with the epic storyline of Peter, Miles and company.

One of Marvel's Spider-Man 2's actors thinks their series' villains are second only to Batman's.

Marvel's Spider-Man 2 fans are loving new looks at both the Moon and Shadow Spidey suits, but it's the former that has some interesting history.

They say that “clothes make the man” or woman; both are fair to use here. But no matter your clothes, they’ll likely never compare to the stylish outfits superheroes adorn while in the field. Technically speaking, the costumes of superheroes only matter a slight bit in their fight against crime. Some of their outfits are meant to invoke a feeling in others they save or ones they fight. Sometimes, they’re a key layer of protection against foes, and sometimes, they like to have a “unified” look with their teammates. Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 will have numerous outfits for your Spider-Men to wear, no matter your style.

After revealing the release date for Persona 3 Reload in August, Atlus is back to begin a series of character trailers. Get ready for regular doses of the remake, starting with the key to the RPG’s cast. The protagonist is in the spotlight first, and you can sample Aleks Le’s voice acting in the video below. 

The first issue of the Spider-Man Unlimited Infinity comic has given us a look at how Insomniac Games' Peter Parker is handling Aunt May's death and, uh, it looks like he's not doing so well.

s latest update has added several new weapons, including Errata, a deadly Thermal Katana. With a passive modifier that gives V a chance to light their enemies on fire to deal extra damage, Errata is the perfect weapon for aspiring street samurai as they explore Night City. Luckily, unlike many Iconic weapons, Errata is also quite easy to find.

Yuri Lowenthal, the voice and motion capture actor for Peter Parker in the Marvel’s Spider-Man games, has spoken out about the use of AI to impersonate voices and says that it’s something “everyone should be concerned” about. 

The voice and motion capture actor of Peter Parker in Insomniac Games’ Marvel’s Spider-Man series, Yuri Lowenthal, has expressed that he hopes he’ll be able to keep playing the superhero “forever”.

Yuri Lowenthal - the actor behind Peter Parker in Insomniac’s superhero romps - has told fans to “get over” the hero’s updated face ahead of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. 

Yuri Lowenthal, the actor behind Peter Parker in Insomniac's Spider-Man games, has commented on the controversial face model change that happened after the first game, telling fans they need to "get over it".

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is one of the biggest games left in 2023 that fans are dying to get their hands on. The title has been getting lots of information and trailers lately, and Insomniac Games isn’t afraid to “spill some tea” on what you might be able to see and do as you swing around the city. As gamers found out earlier this year, when you’re in the open-world setting of New York, you’ll have the option to swap between Peter Parker and Miles Morales. That’s important because not only is this game about both characters but there are tasks and missions specifically assigned to them.

A neat little detail about Marvel's Spider-Man 2 has surfaced from a recent developer interview: When you switch between playing as Miles Morales and Peter Parker, you'll still see the Spider-Man you aren't playing as swinging around town doing his Spidey thing.

Insomniac Games has revealed the time it should take to complete . The highly anticipated sequel seems to have much more for players to enjoy, from a New York map that's almost doubled in size with the inclusion of Queens and Brooklyn to the ability to play as both Peter Parker and Miles Morales, swapping between them instantly across the open world and optimizing a variety of gadgets and special abilities across both heroes.

Last week further cemented the hype around Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, as a duo of trailers brought forth information about the 65 suits you’ll be able to put onto Peter Parker or Miles Morales as they attempt to save the city, the digital deluxe exclusives you can get, and the massive amount of stuff to do in New York City. However, that wasn’t the only piece of information that fans got. A demo went around for certain people; through this, more insight was brought about the Symbiote Suit and the “catalyst” villain for the game, Kraven The Hunter.

This fighting game series is getting more cinematic with each entry, so it makes sense the Mortal Kombat 1 cast list is stellar. It includes Hollywood talent like John Cena and Megan Fox. Additionally, there are talented voice actors like Steve Blum and Jennifer Hale on this project. Here’s the full Mortal Kombat 1 cast list.

Hands-on impressions have gone live for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, providing new details like the game’s frame rate settings and always-on ray tracing. There’s also some sweet new gameplay, as seen in the preview below by Game Riot. It starts with Peter Parker in the Symbiote suit battling Kraven’s Hunters, showcasing several abilities.

Insomniac Games has shared an interesting little tidbit about Marvel’s Spider-Man 2‘s Digital Deluxe Edition exclusive extra suits.

A lucky few people were given the chance to preview Marvel's Spider-Man 2 recently and even take the game for a swing. Insomniac Games has been celebrating that with a little more than a month until the sequel is finally here. Reason to celebrate for everyone who plans on playing the game as it likely means we're about to learn a lot more about what to expect from it. In fact, Insomniac's James Stevenson has already got the ball rolling.

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Photos of ‘s unused symbiote suit have emerged online, showing off the scrapped rubbery black suit from Sam Raimi’s third Spider-Man movie.

Are you ready for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2? Many are, and anyone who has played the first two titles in the series by Insomniac Games knows what to expect when it arrives. They’ll get a deep narrative, some incredible gameplay, nice boss fights, and a beautiful-looking title, thanks to the power of the PS5. So yeah, it’s a lot to look forward to. Insomniac has been dropping trailers and teases of what to expect in the game, but they’ve also had fun posting gifs and poking fun at themselves in the process. For example, let’s look at a tweet they posted today that’s rather funny.

Marvel fans are debating as to which character made the dumbest decision in the MCU – and they've made some good points.

Update: Pre-orders will open on 28th July for a stunning new Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Limited Edition hardware model. The console, which features a custom design, will be available in two permutations, both with or without a Blu-ray disc slot. It’ll also come with a matching DualSense design, showcasing the duality of Peter Parker’s struggle against the Venom symbiote.

Some fans think Spider-Man might make an appearance in Invincible season 2 – and their theory is a lot more probable than you might think.

Insomniac popped by San Diego Comic Con yesterday for to host a panel for their upcoming PS5 superhero sequel Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. The new story trailer is all about Kraven as one new antagonist, Venom, the alien symbiote that has become an iconic part of the Spider-Man story, and the shared story of Peter Parker and Miles Morales.

Insomniac popped by San Diego Comic Con yesterday for to host a panel for their upcoming PS5 superhero sequel Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. The new story trailer is all about Kraven as one new antagonist, Venom, the symbiotic suit that has become an iconic part of the Spider-Man story, and the shared story of Peter Parker and Miles Morales.