Though the game being exclusive to the PlayStation 5 allowsMarvel’s Spider-Man 2to be far more impressive than its predecessors from a visual standpoint, many of the gameplay mechanics from the previous entries will likely stick around. From gadgets and combos to finishing moves andMiles’ Venom attacks, Insomniac has already mastered a number of elements that are key for a successful game based on the wall-crawler. Alongside combat and web-swinging, one thing that the sequel should keep is a strong opening mission.
BothMarvel’s Spider-Mangames waste no time thrusting players right into the action, and considering howMarvel’s Spider-Man 2is a bigger game with two experienced lead heroes, it would make little sense for it to be a change of pace in this regard. Most gamers picking up the sequel will have played the other games, so Insomniac does not need to worry too much about delivering an overly simple tutorial. Instead, it can ease gamers back into its take on the Marvel universe through an opening set piece full of spectacle - one that ends with a boss fight.
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Why Marvel’s Spider-Man and Miles Morales’ Opening Sequences Were So Great
From the momentMarvel’s Spider-Manbegan, it was clear that Insomniac Games understoodPeter Parkeras a character. The intro sequence and its appropriate backing track “Alive” did a great job of reflecting Peter’s personality as he suited up, and the music continuing during players’ first swing was incredible. Though what followed was a tutorial sequence, capping it off with a boss fight against Kingpin was a great way to set the tone and show how far along this version of Spider-Man was into his career.
Seemingly recognizing that it had found a winning formula,Spider-Man: Miles Moralesalso capped off its tutorial with a boss fight, this time against Rhino. It even managed to one-up the original in terms of spectacle, as instead of just having Miles beat down criminals beforebattling Rhino, a breathtaking sequence where players ride Rhino through a mall takes place. Though it sets a high bar, there is no reason Insomniac cannot top itself yet again with a show stealing opening mission.
How Marvel’s Spider-Man 2’s Opening Sequence Can Be a Step Up
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2’s opening sequence already has one advantage the other games did not:two active Spider-Menthat will likely be playable. While the intro can begin with players in control of Peter, at some point they can switch to Miles, which could serve as a mind-blowing reveal of how exactly character swapping could work. Though it has not been confirmed whether this will even be a mechanic, and how often players will control each hero, revealing it in a tutorial could make for a memorable moment. Flashy team-up moves that feature both Spider-Men would just be icing on the cake.
The opening sequence could be capped off with a boss fight like in the first two games, showing off how well Peter and Mikes work together and giving players a larger threat to deal with. With two Spideys on active duty, a low-powered foe like Shocker would not be the route to go. Instead, Insomniac can deliver a city-spanning battle where playersencounter Mysterioand break through his illusions, or maybe take on a version of Sandman that is growing increasingly large and out of control.
BothMarvel’s Spider-ManandSpider-Man: Miles Moralesquickly teach players the ropes before throwing them into a fight with a member of the friendly neighborhood hero’s rogues gallery, and the upcoming sequel should do the same. By upping the ante with a formidable villain like Mysterio or Sandman and letting players switch between both Miles and Peter,Insomniac Gamescan recapture the excitement of its first two intros while simultaneously taking things up a notch.
