Insomniac Games' critically acclaimed PlayStation 5 titles, Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered, Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales, and Marvel's Spider-Man 2, are experiencing a significant resurgence in player activity. This surge follows the highly successful theatrical release of the animated film Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which has reportedly grossed $355 million worldwide.
On PC, Steam charts indicate a notable increase in concurrent players across all three major Spider-Man titles, reaching their highest numbers in over a year. While official PlayStation player statistics are not publicly available, the trend is widely expected to be mirrored on Sony's home consoles.
The impact of the film is also evident in online search trends, with terms like "new Spider-Man game" and "Spider-Man Brand New Day game" seeing a substantial rise in Google searches, the latter experiencing a 40% increase. While no direct game tie-in was released alongside the movie, players can acquire the latest suit from Marvel's Spider-Man 2 through a recent update, allowing them to emulate the hero's current look.
This renewed interest is further bolstered by widespread sales across digital and physical platforms. Marvel's Spider-Man 2 is currently available at a discounted price of 58% off on the PlayStation Store, marking one of its lowest prices in recent months. Major retailers are also offering significant discounts on physical copies of the game.
Polygon's review of Marvel's Spider-Man 2 lauded Insomniac Games for its innovative storytelling within the familiar Spidey universe and described traversing New York City as an "undeniable joy." The title was recognized as a strong contender for Game of the Year during its release and is considered one of the premier experiences available on the PlayStation 5. With Insomniac Games' next major project, Wolverine, on the horizon, these Spider-Man titles offer a compelling opportunity for players to re-engage with the studio's work.