Warning: Spoilers ahead for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2.Marvel’s Spider-Man 2does a lot of work to set things up for the third game in the series. Major teasers involve the suggestion that Green Goblin will appear in the third mainline game, as well as Cindy Moon, AKA Silk, another Spider-Person. Smaller teases are carefully planted in the game’s side content, with the terrifying Carnage and clever Chameleon both teased as future threats for Peter and Miles. Perhaps most interestingly of all areDoc Ock’s comments about writing the “final chapter,” which could be seen as a bit of a fourth wall break and Insomniac talking directly to its audience.
Assuming that Otto’s dialogue should be taken literally, and thatMarvel’s Spider-Man 3will be the last entry in the current storyline, Insomniac cannot miss the chance to give fans what they have been waiting for: Marvel cameos. WithPeter Parkerpotentially set to retire or even die at Otto’s hands in the next game, Insomniac is running out of time to let him interact with other figures in the Marvel universe. Though it could do this later on with Miles or Silk, its version of Peter is beloved, and many would surely be happy to see him cross paths with some of Marvel’s biggest names before he steps aside.
Insomniac’s Marvel Teases Should Finally Pay Off in Marvel’s Spider-Man 3
Marvel’s Spider-Man 3 Can Finally Let Other Heroes Appear
Thus far, theMarvel’s Spider-Manseries has gone out of its way to tell fans that other heroes exist within Insomniac’s universe. Whilethe upcomingMarvel’s Wolverinewill be the most obvious example, those who have been paying attention can find nods to the Inhumans and Avengers within the open-world, as a statue depicting Lockjaw and Avengers Tower itself can be found. The Wakandan Embassy can be visited and serves as the home of a sweet Chadwick Boseman tribute, while Nelson and Murdock’s law firm can be visited - an area that has gotten fans talking in the latest game.
Insomniac Games took things up a notch withMarvel’s Spider-Man 2as well, as it sawBlack Catstealing directly from the Sanctum Sanctorum. Home to Doctor Strange and Wong, Black Cat steals an artifact from the Master of the Mystic Arts that allows her to make portals to wherever she wants. While he does not show up physically, Wong reclaims this gadget and leaves a note for Miles, serving as the closest thing to a cameo thus far. Given how an item from another corner of the Marvel universe appeared inMarvel’s Spider-Man 3, full cameos for the next game would be a natural progression for the franchise.
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2director Bryan Intihar mentioned to Kinda Funny thatSpider-Man 3will be Insomniac’sAvengers: Endgame, comparingSpider-Man 2toCaptain America: Civil War. Considering how many characters were involved inEndgame, Silk alone may not be enough to justify that comparison, meaning that more hero appearances would make sense.
Marvel’s Spider-Man 3 Could Set Up Insomniac’s Future Marvel Content
WithMarvel’s WolverineshowingInsomniac’s interest to continue working with the Marvel brand, there is a chance that the developer crafts games based on other heroes eventually, and cameo appearances inMarvel’s Spider-Man 3could set up those hypothetical games. Another street level hero like Daredevil would be a fine choice for an appearance, and though Insomniac doing a full-on Avengers game would be surprising, having at least one member come out of the tower to help out in the next Spidey game would be nice. Having Miles interact with Black Panther could be enjoyable, while doubling down on Doctor Strange’s involvement would feel natural. Considering his relationship with Peter in the MCU, having the two team-up would feel familiar, with the same able to be said for Daredevil or an Avenger like Iron Man.
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
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Spider-Men Peter Parker and Miles Morales face the ultimate test of strength inside and outside the mask as they fight to save the city, each other and the ones they love, from the monstrous Venom and the dangerous new symbiote threat.Explore an expansive Marvel’s New York with faster web-swinging and the all-new Web Wings, quickly switching between Peter and Miles to experience different stories, epic new abilities and high-tech gear.Wield Peter’s symbiote abilities and Miles’ explosive bio-electric powers in battle against new and iconic Marvel Super Villains – including an original take on a symbiote-infused Venom, the ruthless Kraven the Hunter, the volatile Lizard, and more from the Marvel Rogues’ Gallery.
