There’s a boatload of reasons to be buzzing about Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, with a prime highlight being the simultaneous playability of both Peter Parker and Miles Morales. Outside of the main storyline, you can freely choose to control either of the two characters. The cherry on the cake? Spider-Man 2 character switch is works like GTA 5 ━ you can swap between Peter and Miles at the tap of a button.
We initially caught a glimpse of this feature in the gameplay video launched at the PlayStation Showcase, though its workings remained a bit of a mystery. However, Bryan Intihar, the game’s creative director, has now lifted the lid on this mechanic in a chat with Eurogamer.
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Character Switching Is Instant
The recent gameplay reveal video showed a smooth switch from Peter Parker to Miles Morales with a mere button click. It’s now been confirmed that this wasn’t just a cinematic flourish ━ it’s a mechanic you can engage whenever you fancy.
According to Bryan Intihar, the power of the PlayStation 5 SSD allows for a near-instantaneous transition between characters. As players, all we need to do is hit a button to swap from Miles to Peter while exploring the open world.
Here’s what Intihar had to say about this nifty feature:
You’ll be able to – in the open world – freely switch between them with a simple button press. Being able to switch in the open world so quickly between the two characters is really, really awesome. Just being able to pick and choose who I want to play as for a certain activity… it’s been so awesome to have that feature. [It’s] something we probably wouldn’t have explored previously.
Bryan Intihar
This mechanic may ring a bell if you recall GTA 5, where you could swap instantaneously between Michael, Trevor, and Franklin. Thanks to Rockstar Games’ cleverly implemented idle moments, you’d catch up with each character in the midst of their real-life activities – be it Trevor downing a drink by a roadside or Michael in a spat with his missus.
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Spider-Man 2 Open-World Matters
Intihar was keen to stress that the character swapping between Peter and Miles is confined to the open-world setting. So, this feature won’t be available during the game’s main missions or cinematic sequences. But really, any other approach wouldn’t make much sense. The ability to switch between our Spider-Men while freely roaming New York is indeed a cracking feature.
Spider-Man 2 character switch brings more to the table than what we saw in GTA 5, though. The key difference lies in the distinctive gameplay mechanics associated with Peter Parker and Miles Morales. Each character will boast a unique skill tree, which means their gameplay will differ significantly. For instance, Peter may have the upper hand in one-on-one combat, while Miles will likely boast superior speed.
The official release date for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is yet to be confirmed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who Is Kraven the Hunter in Marvel’s Spider-Man 2?
Kraven the Hunter is one of Spider-Man’s main enemies. He tries to prove to the world that he is the greatest and most successful hunter ever. For this, he has made defeating Spider-Man his main goal. This reckless main villain, who has previously appeared in comics, will also appear in Marvel’s Spider-Man 2.
Is Peter Parker Evil In Marvel’s Spider-Man 2?
In Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, Peter Parker will turn into a more evil character. This is because he wears the symbiotic black suit ━ just like Venom. So, like in the movies, we expect Peter’s character to change and become more aggressive in the game. Depending on the course of the story, we may even see Peter and Miles Morales face to face at some point.
Is Spider-Man 2 Coming to PS4?
No, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 will not be released for PlayStation 4. Insomniac Games said that their new games are completely developed for the next generation. So you can play the adventures of Peter Parker and Miles Morales initially only on PS5. We will see together if there will be a backward compatibility update for PS4 in the coming months.
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