PlayStation Plus Premium members have a new reason to be happy this month. Sony has quietly released a sizable demo for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, allowing subscribers a substantial amount of gameplay time with one of PlayStation’s most celebrated exclusives. This is a rare treat, as demos for major first-party games have been uncommon on the service.
The demo offers approximately two hours of gameplay, which is more than enough to get a feel for the game’s mechanics, level up a few times, and even take down a boss. For anyone curious about this highly praised sequel, this demo provides a solid taste of what Insomniac Games crafted for the PS5. You can download it now if you’re a PlayStation Plus Premium member, or sign up through the download page if you aren’t yet.
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 launched in 2023 to widespread acclaim, maintaining a “Mighty” rating on Open Critic based on over 200 reviews. It continues the story from the 2018 original, introducing new villains like Kraven, Venom, and Sandman. The game also made its way to PC earlier this year, though with some initial technical hiccups that have since been addressed through updates. If you’ve been thinking about trying out the sequel, this demo is a great opportunity, especially since the next installment in the franchise might be a ways off. Insomniac is reportedly focusing on Marvel’s Wolverine next.
It’s interesting to note that while Miles Morales shares the spotlight in this sequel, the original Spider-Man isn’t being sidelined, as confirmed by Peter Parker’s voice actor for the upcoming third game. So, what will the future hold for the web-slinging duo? That’s a story we’ll have to wait for.
Wondering if this demo will stick around for long? It’s unclear. I’d recommend grabbing it while you can. Even if you’re not a big superhero game fan, the demo is a neat way to see what the fuss is all about, and maybe swing through New York for a bit.
