The Amazing Spider-Man 2

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  1. Jellybean15
    Nov 4, 2014
    5
    Ever since Spider-Man 2’s release in 2004, spidey fans have been hoping for a second game that can capture the magic that game left behind, and after seeing the swinging mechanic in the demos of the Amazing Spider-Man 2, fans left with hope. Hope that maybe this game might do what the original did 10 years ago. Unfortunately, all the fans got was another cheap cash in made by Beenox andEver since Spider-Man 2’s release in 2004, spidey fans have been hoping for a second game that can capture the magic that game left behind, and after seeing the swinging mechanic in the demos of the Amazing Spider-Man 2, fans left with hope. Hope that maybe this game might do what the original did 10 years ago. Unfortunately, all the fans got was another cheap cash in made by Beenox and Activison to cap on the tie-in movie’s release.

    The one thing to get down in a Spider-Man game is the gameplay that makes Spider-Man the superhero he is. His super strength, his wall crawling, and more importantly, his web swinging. The web swinging in this game, although not amazing, is honestly pretty fun. The game utilizes both of the triggers to make Spidey swing, tying the left and right hand to the respective triggers. Press the left trigger to swing, the web will shoot left, and Spider-Man will naturally start to turn left. It’s the same on the opposite swing. This unique mechanic works, it’s fun, and it looks cool, but it doesn't have the natural flow you’d want it to. Waiting for Spider-Man to finish an animation for him to shoot out a web well after you made him got annoying, and it ultimately gives you less control. Combine this with the awkward wall crawling and wall running that’s hard to control, and the essence of Spider-Man still remains to be captured.

    Next is the combat, which was actually one of the previous highlights of the first Amazing Spider-Man game. Wherein that game the combat was done well and really fun, the combat has actually taken a small hit in combat. Combat works like the Batman Arkham games, chaining attacks to increase your combo score, and using your spider-sense to counter attacks. Unlike the first game, where Spider-Man’s combat felt fast and responsive, this game’s combat feels slower and choppier. There were times where I would press the dodge button multiple times and Spider-Man just wouldn’t respond. Plus, the annoying auto lock fails to lock onto the enemies you want it to, and the combat can get on your nerves.

    Then there’s the boss fights, which aren't terrible by any means, but they feel so generic. For enemies like Shocker and Carnage, you’d think there’d be more variation in fighting them, but in all honesty, the boss fights don’t feel very different from fighting the generic thug on the streets.

    The biggest improvement from the last game is the stealth gameplay, which resulted you feeling over powered and made stealth too easy. Now, the stealth’s new restrictions actually improve it. All enemies have an area of vulnerability that you can enter for an instant takedown, which can be achieved from nearly any position. Plus, the spider sense allowing you to see through walls is a nice mechanic. Stealth is easily one of the best parts of this game.

    Lastly, there’s the open world of New York which easily contains the biggest problem in this game. Spider-Man’s duty as a hero is to, of course, save the city, which the game represents through side missions. However, this duty is something the game tries to force on you with the hero/menace mechanic. This mechanic sums up to how many side missions you do. Do more of them, and your hero level goes up. Ignore too many, and you could cross the line and become a menace to society, at which point the task force in the city will try to take you down. This mechanic is annoying because it forces side content - which is supposed to be optional - to be completed, or you’re punished for it. This is made worse by going farther in the game, which only creates more, and they become a grind to get through, with no worthwhile reward for completing them

    Now, moving away from the gameplay, the game fails to impress in any real way. The graphics are terrible, and are outdated, even on the last generation of consoles. The story is sub par, not following the movie in any real way, or even bothering to use any of the original voice actors from the film. Andrew Garfield is missing, and this Peter Parker is just a terrible looking imitation. The story does try to throw a lot of interesting characters into the mix, but they really feel shoe-horned in. Carnage, Shocker, Black Cat, and even the Green Goblin manage to suffer from this. The only really interesting character thrown in is Kraven, which is well voice acted by Steve Blume.

    Ultimately, Amazing Spider-Man 2 can be summed up like this. For every good thing the game does right, there's an equally bad deterrent or flaw holding it back. Either that, or the mechanics fail to introduce something compelling while at the same time not being horrible. Because of this, the game meets somewhere in the middle between good and bad. It's not the worst movie tie in game, and hardcore Spidey fans might want to try it, since it does have it's good points, but in the end, it's a really painfully average game.    … Expand
  2. Stepjon
    May 9, 2014
    3
    Couldn't agree more. I see not one of the critics was deluded enough to give this a positive review, which is telling indeed of the 15 who are in the mixed category I suspect all would veer toward a negative with the other 8 if asked for one or the other - the only individuals rating this positively; some giving it a 10 bless are but kids I trust....sometimes we are just butthurt fanboysCouldn't agree more. I see not one of the critics was deluded enough to give this a positive review, which is telling indeed of the 15 who are in the mixed category I suspect all would veer toward a negative with the other 8 if asked for one or the other - the only individuals rating this positively; some giving it a 10 bless are but kids I trust....sometimes we are just butthurt fanboys who feel the need to compensate for the scathing realities but then we all grow older and wiser; to a degree.… Expand
  3. Gamer44
    May 7, 2014
    2
    after giving the amazing spiderman 2 another go and being patient I could see the potential the game has. unfortunately the amazing spiderman 2 is still a mediocre game. The story has it's interesting points but again it is a boring and terrible story. The controls is still terrible and to difficult to get use to, the camera movement get very annoying and is a big factor why spiderman 2after giving the amazing spiderman 2 another go and being patient I could see the potential the game has. unfortunately the amazing spiderman 2 is still a mediocre game. The story has it's interesting points but again it is a boring and terrible story. The controls is still terrible and to difficult to get use to, the camera movement get very annoying and is a big factor why spiderman 2 is such a terrible game.

    For a PS4 game the graphics is shocking it looks more like a PS2 game rather than a PS4 game I would have thought since the game was in development so long the developers would have been able to make this a game with stunning graphics suitable for a PS4 but instead we get PS2 style graphics.

    The Amazing Spiderman 2 has a lot of potential if the developers took longer to develop a well oiled and well crafted game another 12 months this would possibly have been a great game and possibly one of the best games in 2015. But instead it is one of the worst games I have ever played.

    My first review I gave the Amazing Spiderman 2 a 1/10 but having given it another chance I see the potential and see what the developers aimed to achieve but no matter how long I play the game it still fails to impress me.

    If you are considering buying the Amazing Spiderman 2 I recommend renting it first or wait at least until it hits the bargain bin.    … Expand
  4. Neisenberg
    May 3, 2014
    4
    Somehow worse than the original. First of all, that whole shtick about webs sticking to buildings is fake. You can still moon swing on several occasions, and there are tons of videos out there showing it. The game was designed so poorly that it can't even accomplish the simple task of not letting webs stick to the clouds, something Spider-Man 2 did years ago. The combat system is alsoSomehow worse than the original. First of all, that whole shtick about webs sticking to buildings is fake. You can still moon swing on several occasions, and there are tons of videos out there showing it. The game was designed so poorly that it can't even accomplish the simple task of not letting webs stick to the clouds, something Spider-Man 2 did years ago. The combat system is also worse, and fights tend to be a mess since the camera can no longer focus on enemies, ever, not even during boss fights. You'll most likely be fighting with the **** camera angles rather than the other guy who's trying to kill you. What else? Missions are boring, uninspired, repetitive. There's an annoying little cutscene before and after every petty crime, slowing the game's pace. Animations are stiff. Story is dumb. Clearly a rushed sequel. Beenox did good in Shattered Dimensions, but after all these failed attempts to create another hit maybe it's time to look for someone else.… Expand
  5. MisteriousJeff
    May 6, 2014
    1
    It is really sad, that, in 2014, there is still a game published by a big games studio that is this poorly done.
    The web swinging doesnt make physical sense, the dialog is solid, but the cutscenes are extremely over-acted. The combat is just the same old Ass Creed/ Arkham styled fighting. It just doesn't get close to be worth it's launch price.
  6. Matheusela
    May 2, 2014
    8
    After beating the game and putting in an estimated 15 hours of gameplay, I can say that I think I understand the source of the wildly mixed reviews. The game has lots of technical issues, and every review I've read so far has been moronically comparing it to the fan-favorite Spider-Man 2 for the PS2. However, this is its own game and it succeeds at what it attempts to be. Lots of fun, andAfter beating the game and putting in an estimated 15 hours of gameplay, I can say that I think I understand the source of the wildly mixed reviews. The game has lots of technical issues, and every review I've read so far has been moronically comparing it to the fan-favorite Spider-Man 2 for the PS2. However, this is its own game and it succeeds at what it attempts to be. Lots of fun, and truckloads of fanservice. This is an extremely solid Spidey game that all real fans will enjoy, but if you're not a fan, you might not want to bother.… Expand
  7. a2980567
    May 4, 2014
    1
    Absolute sh*t Like all Activision games. Plot is **** graphics **** dialogues and cut-scenes are just ridiculous and death of uncle Ben made me laugh. 60$ for this? Ahahahaha. S*ck my d*ck.
    If anyone buys this sh*t he is insane or sh*teater. Do not appreciate low qualityt products!!!
    ACTIVISION KILLED TO MANY GAMES!!!
  8. Gitimus
    May 11, 2014
    2
    This game is a spit in the face to players everywhere. Its poorly thought out, the side missions are a joke and its WAY too short a game to be worth what it is. I am complaining to Activision about this aswell. 14 main missions between 15-30 mins of your time does not a game make!
  9. JOHNxEIRE
    May 9, 2014
    5
    Disorientating, Spideys awkward movement makes me dizzy. Lacking flow, must complete mundane repetitive side quests before they time out just to remain heroic. Stripped down; very crude basic graphics and animations help this maintain a steady 30fps at least.......... I dunno man I really enjoyed the first outing but this feels like a predecessor instead - yet it is next gen, how so?!Disorientating, Spideys awkward movement makes me dizzy. Lacking flow, must complete mundane repetitive side quests before they time out just to remain heroic. Stripped down; very crude basic graphics and animations help this maintain a steady 30fps at least.......... I dunno man I really enjoyed the first outing but this feels like a predecessor instead - yet it is next gen, how so?! Feels like it shouldn't be a full price title, and I paid €60 for this as my local didn't stock it which only adds to my feeling of ripped-offness in the event of nothing else out... is lucky I didn't give it a 4 the meta score seems just about right.… Expand
  10. BerserkerPSN
    May 24, 2014
    4
    With my excitement of next-gen beginning to die down a bit, there couldn't have been a worse time to play The Amazing Spider-Man 2. Never before has a game single-handedly made me neglect a console. Like all my game reviews, I will try to be as professional as possible with TASM2. If you want my short answer regarding wether or not to pick this game up, imagine me snapping the disc. For anWith my excitement of next-gen beginning to die down a bit, there couldn't have been a worse time to play The Amazing Spider-Man 2. Never before has a game single-handedly made me neglect a console. Like all my game reviews, I will try to be as professional as possible with TASM2. If you want my short answer regarding wether or not to pick this game up, imagine me snapping the disc. For an in depth review, stick around.

    STORYLINE: In TASM2, you once again assume the role of your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man. This time, Spidey has to overcome the death of his uncle, while simultaneously battling some of his greatest foes. Going into TASM2, I knew plot was going to take a backseat, with gameplay being the center of attention. Unfortunately, I was not prepared for something as awful as this. The biggest mistake TASM2 makes with it's story is not telling you what is. Is it a tie-in with the film of the same name? Is it a sequel to 2012's The Amazing Spider-Man? Is it an entirely new adventure, with the "2" being an embarrassing typo? Who knows. Personally, If Im not sure what exactly im playing, im not going to care about whats happening. If the series follows down this path, will anything happening in this game turn up in the inevitable TASM3? This huge flaw aside, the actual story here is very weak. Beenox has tried to share Spidey's spotlight with Peter Parker this time around. Unfortunately, neither Peter or Spidey have anything remotely interesting tied to them. At the start of the game, your told your tracking down your uncles killer. Cool. That sounds like a good premise! Too bad its forgotten about a few missions into the game... Seriously. After this, I couldn't tell you what was happening. You spent a good portion of the game with Kraven the Hunter, serving as his apprentice. This story arc is probably the most interesting in the game, not that thats saying much. After Kraken, you basically just go from one villain to the next. I give the story for TASM2 a 3/10.

    GAMEPLAY: Probably the best aspect of TASM2 is it's gameplay. Then again, thats like saying best part of having a heart attack is when you pass out. When in combat, its reminiscent of the Batman Arkham games. Thats really what this game is to be honest. A poor man's Arkham. You essentially button mash until a small icon on the screen appears. If you see this icon you start button mashing a different button. Its very repetitive. Outside of combat, you'll probably be swinging through the city. I think most people would agree this is the best part of the game. Unlike its predecessor, Spidey's webs actually attatch to building this time around, making for a more "realistic" feel. Well, as realistic as swinging through New York in a leotard can be. In all honesty, web slinging is a lot of fun, even if the novelty of it wears off very quick. In TASM2, you are allowed to explore the city of New York. Scattered around are comic book pages to collect. These comics are a nice touch, and theres plenty of them to find for any collectors out there. Aside from comics, there are also some "heroic deeds" to complete. Overtime, crimes start to increase. If you let a crime go unnoticed for too long, it will become high profile. Ignoring these missions doesn't actually have any effect on your reputation, oddly enough. Instead, actually attempting these missions and failing will make you a menace. Yeah. So according to the fine people of New York, actually trying to save someone and failing is worse than just letting them die. The hero/menace system in this game is very basic, and not nearly to the degree of games like inFamous or Fable (not that it's trying to be... at all). Gameplay for TASM2 is mediocre at best. At worst, it makes TASM1 look like a freaking godsend. I give gameplay a 5/10.

    GRAPHICS: Never before have I seen a big budget production actually look worse than its predecessor. Spider-Man himself looks alright, but the environments look like something from 2007. Character models in particular look especially horrible. Seriously, how the hell does Peter fit those huge hands into that tiny suit? beats me. If quality visuals are a next-gen must for you, stay far, FAR, away from TASM2. I give the visuals a 4/10.

    FINAL VERDICT: The Amazing Spider-Man 2 is probably the worst game I've played in recent memory. With Watch Dogs just a few days away, I regret picking Spidey with a passion. Some may find amusement out of repetitive objectives, ugly visuals, and poor plots, but I do not. I give TASM2 a 4/10.    … Expand
  11. zombie76
    May 6, 2014
    7
    great game really enjoy it, very much like the first game so if you enjoyed the first you will enjoy the second.
    only reason i wouldn't score higher is because i don't think the graphics are next gen quality
  12. grim977
    Jul 13, 2014
    2
    After playing spiderman 2 i decided it would be of better use of my time to cut the grass with a pair of safety scissors, then paint my lawn white. its like the people who made the game baked a delicious pie and then they through it in the trash where it belongs. i was being a bit harsh but the game overall was not a well put together game. theres not much to be said. it's as if the gameAfter playing spiderman 2 i decided it would be of better use of my time to cut the grass with a pair of safety scissors, then paint my lawn white. its like the people who made the game baked a delicious pie and then they through it in the trash where it belongs. i was being a bit harsh but the game overall was not a well put together game. theres not much to be said. it's as if the game makers just stopped working and picked their noses all day.… Expand
  13. canelopeeater
    Dec 3, 2014
    5
    Should you get this? Only if you want to return it later. The story is crappy, the free roam is the best EVER, but that is ruined by the Menace/hero system in which you HAVE to complete mini missions unless you wanna get shot out of the sky by robots.
  14. zidfrit
    Jul 21, 2017
    5
    El juego no tiene nada que ver con la película, muchas misiones repetidas y muy poca variedad de enemigos durante el juego y un mal control y camara de juego, la verdad los juegos del aracnido han decaído mucho desde los juegos del Play Station One, pero si eres fan de los comics y del aracnido adelante.
  15. Mrsmiley27
    Jul 15, 2018
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When I beat this game I said to myself is this a good game or is it a bad game? Yes and no, the swinging is okay and the combat is pretty much the first games combat (batman arkham) all I can say is play the game if you want. Everything looks so cheap too. The amazing spider-man 2 for the ps4 is just mediocre.… Expand
  16. Br_AgSs
    Sep 12, 2019
    0
    Somehow this game is worse than the first one. The combat is **** the grahics suck, the story is confusing. The swinging is bad and not pratical at all.Also, its buggy as hell. Maybe the worse Spider-Man game ever.
  17. M9ki
    May 9, 2014
    5
    The developer did a decent job making the game, sadly the only interesting part about the game was The hero or menace" system, which Rewards Super Hero behavior by rewarding the web-slingers crime fighting efforts, and Includes consequences allowing criminality fester, which eventually falls apart. The game lacks in a variety of ways but some of the experiences keeps the game worth playing.
  18. jkafafi
    Apr 29, 2014
    10
    Simply put this game is amazing. I've played every single spiderman game to date starting from the very first one that came out on the Playstation and I have to say that this is my number one favorite spiderman game of all time (yes even better than spiderman 2 and ultimate spiderman). Now it gets some getting used to (specifically the new and improved swinging mechanics) , but once youSimply put this game is amazing. I've played every single spiderman game to date starting from the very first one that came out on the Playstation and I have to say that this is my number one favorite spiderman game of all time (yes even better than spiderman 2 and ultimate spiderman). Now it gets some getting used to (specifically the new and improved swinging mechanics) , but once you get into the swing of things (see what I did there) it's extremely fun. The combat is fluid, the graphics are fine (yeah it's not ground braking like infamous second son but definitely and improvement and it honestly looks good, especially Spider-Man's character model), swinging around the city is a blast (and by far the best compared to the other spiderman games), tons of side missions to do (they're unlimited and can vary to beating up thugs, saving people from fires, throwing bombs in a lake, beating up thugs, car chases, camera missions, and much more). There are tons of things to unlock like 20 something suits and even comic book pages, there's a new hero and menace system similar to infamous' karma system (not really needed but appreciated), you can play as Peter Parker again (which we haven't seen in a while) and have choice dialogue with the characters in the universe like Harry Osbourne, Wilson Fisk, Felicia Hardy etc. Lots of villain favorites return like green goblin, kraven the hunter (who is actually now your mentor instead of enemy), and some really cool others that I won't spoil. You now also have various type of web attacks like ice and shocks (I know it sounds weird for spiderman but it's actually kind've of cool). Oh and I know I mentioned the costumes earlier but let me tell you they, are, friggen AWESOME! They brought some really neat ones like Superior Spiderman and Noir, but still include the fan favorites like the Black Suit and 2099. If you're a Spiderman fan, a superhero fan, an open world action/adventure video game fan I highly recommend this game. 10/10 would play for ever.… Expand
  19. Doodlebob
    Apr 29, 2014
    8
    If you loved Spider-Man 2, you should get this game.

    I've been trying to think of an adequate way to convey how well done this game is, and I think it pretty much boils down to that. That same great feel you had playing as the web-slinger a decade and 2 generations of consoles ago has returned. That isn't to say there aren't some rough edges in the production. Some character models    If you loved Spider-Man 2, you should get this game.

    I've been trying to think of an adequate way to convey how well done this game is, and I think it pretty much boils down to that. That same great feel you had playing as the web-slinger a decade and 2 generations of consoles ago has returned.

    That isn't to say there aren't some rough edges in the production. Some character models could have been refined more, there are some jaggies, and objects will pop in off in the distance as you web swing, and some open world photography missions aren't terribly involved. This is the lack of a smooth finish that is the nature of movie tie-in games, as their production is limited by when the marketing push from the movie has to happen.

    But all of it can be forgiven due to the massive amount of things that are right. The Amazing Spider-Man 2 has it where it counts. The story is worth being invested in. Character dialogue isn't just there to propel the story, but also to engross you in the world. Spider-Man is as witty as he should be. Beenox continues its well thought out combat mechanics. Spider-Man is quick, nimble and flashy with flips and web pulls and stealth takedowns if you so choose. The web swinging feels as good (if not better) than the gold standard in Spider-Man video games set by Spider-Man 2. The web rush option gives you that extra bit of control that you need when you fly through a city by a string at 100 miles per hour. Every -thwip- of the web is fulfilling. The sounds of the city give life to the environment at ground level, and the silence of the air above it gives you a moment to pause and appreciate your responsibility as the city's lone hero. I could go on and I want to go on, but there are so many instances of attention to detail in both the mechanics and the world's content that do exactly what the game should do: you feel like Spider-Man. I feel that it would just be best for me to say once more - if you liked Spider-Man 2, or I should say, if you like the character of Spider-Man in general, the game is worth your time.    … Expand
  20. BakaHaram
    May 25, 2014
    0
    This game shows us what it would be like if Spider-Man was Batman's retarded brother, swinging around the city at like 30 miles/hour, beating up bad guys while having precisely 0 combos, falling through buildings and getting stuck on the terrain. This game has drones that can shoot you from across half of the map, In other words, please be true, guys. In other words, I hate you, TASM 2.
  21. Gamingrules37
    Apr 29, 2014
    8
    I haven't finished the game (80% done) but it is great ! Sure the graphics suck and the dialogue is cheesy ! But it is fun and never fails to deliver a very varied experience, The missions and combat is much improved from the first game and the Web slinging is much more dynamic, But I was surprised on how the story took me by surprise. The Characters are great as well and the missions areI haven't finished the game (80% done) but it is great ! Sure the graphics suck and the dialogue is cheesy ! But it is fun and never fails to deliver a very varied experience, The missions and combat is much improved from the first game and the Web slinging is much more dynamic, But I was surprised on how the story took me by surprise. The Characters are great as well and the missions are based on how you approach them . The side missions could be better since there is not much variety, The new suites and Hero/Menace system works well . All in all it is a game that people should try out ! especially if your childhood was based on Marvel like mine was !… Expand
  22. Sevorast
    Apr 29, 2014
    5
    If you're a fan of spider man and you're looking for a game to waste a bit of time playing you won't be disappointed.

    Web slinging feels fun, much improved over some of the past games in my opinion. The combat is fairly solid, although not up to the level of the recent Batman games. Story is cheesy, dialog can be cheesy as well but it feels authentic at the same time.
  23. jenkins8307
    Apr 29, 2014
    8
    While it's not a next gen game of the year, it certainly is a great game for fans of the character. If you can't get enough Spidey, this is a no brainer. It has the highlights you would imagine and the drawbacks you have come to expect from the genre. I have had fun with the title and can easily recommend to fans. While I understand some of the complaints and comparisons to other games inWhile it's not a next gen game of the year, it certainly is a great game for fans of the character. If you can't get enough Spidey, this is a no brainer. It has the highlights you would imagine and the drawbacks you have come to expect from the genre. I have had fun with the title and can easily recommend to fans. While I understand some of the complaints and comparisons to other games in the genre, some of the low scores I have seen around the web don't seem justifiable. I feel this is the best entry in the series with the most polish to date.… Expand
  24. metalam
    Apr 30, 2014
    8
    Simply put, If you liked the first game you will like this one. It's almost exactly the same. New story, New web swinging that works the same, more costumes, web rush, same slightly better graphics. Fun!
  25. Eyescreamloud
    May 1, 2014
    10
    If you're like me, you thought that The amazing Spider-man was ok at best. This game fixed all the problems! THe web actually hooks on to buildings, and the web mechanics have got an overhaul. If you've ever wanted to be spider-man, this game is for you.
  26. ScreamingPilot
    Apr 29, 2014
    7
    I have been waiting for this game the way some of you out there await the new call of duty, desperately counting the days until I could once again swing around New York as everyone's favorite web-head. It is because I love the character and the franchise so much that I have taken time out of my day to write this review. Beenox, if you guys are reading this you should probably sit downI have been waiting for this game the way some of you out there await the new call of duty, desperately counting the days until I could once again swing around New York as everyone's favorite web-head. It is because I love the character and the franchise so much that I have taken time out of my day to write this review. Beenox, if you guys are reading this you should probably sit down for a minute. This game feels like an unfinished, thrown together, cut and paste (yet somehow worse) slap in the face to fans of your previous game. It's 2014, and when we boot up a game on our next gen systems we shouldn't be greeted with what looks like half baked concept art for an opening sequence to an A list franchise. Spidey's model looks pretty good up close but that is about the end of that. Peter Parker is apparently being played by a different actor this time around and I'm not talking about the voice, just look at that character model, who the heck is that guy? During cut scenes the characters seem... well.. I guess overly animated would be the term. Spidey is gesturing and dancing around constantly during conversations like he has to pee something fierce. You will also notice in one early cutscene he is dodging machine gun fire that keeps going long after spiderman stops moving. By the way, this may be a system specific issue with sound sync I'm only reviewing the ps4 version. The menus may be the laziest I have seen in a long time, want to enter this compound blue box for yes blue box for no, my phone menus are more dynamic. I know I'm getting nitpicky but these are just little things that add up to my conclusion that this game was rushed. Needless to say I was more then a little let down.
    Chin up though, things aren't all bad. Swinging around openworld New York is fun as always and feels more dynamic and controllable with the added left trigger left hand/ right trigger right hand feature. Unfortunately web-zipping is still a broken mess with Spidey often teleporting a few feet before finally landing at his perch. Combat animations feel more fluid and the ability to web the bad guys to walls and ceilings is pretty cool. The God-father himself Mr. Stan Lee makes a more then walk-on appearance as your friendly neighborhood comic store owner. And while he seems completely out of place in the game ya gotta respect the guy. The saving grace of this game would have to be the story, it was interesting enough to keep me engaged while simultaneously pulling my hair out fighting with the camera.
    At the end of the day I am a die hard spider-man fan, that being said I would have bought this game if the developers sneezed into a tissue, wrote spider-man on the top of it and sold it to me. However Beenox's previous adventure had set my expectations quite high especially for a movie tie-in and I am very sorry to say that this one does not meet the same standard in my humble opinion.    … Expand
  27. SeanGamerDays
    Apr 29, 2014
    7
    WOW! Beenox getting some desperation gameplay with a bad elements to taste some viewer. CRIWARE seems to disappointed Activision re-newed Spider-Man games from the movies, such as the, story, gameplay, themes and enemies. Some of this "Villains" in the game, could jeopardize Marc Webb reputation from making any Spider-Man movies....
  28. CodyMstr
    Apr 29, 2014
    10
    If you love your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man, you'll love this game! I love the dynamic feel it has. So many surprises as soon as you start to play. Takes a while to get the hang of it, but like anything you'll get the hang(Yes, pun intended) of it. All in all the game is a great adaptation to be the webhead!
  29. pillarrock1989
    May 1, 2014
    6
    Just finished the game and, let me just say, color me unimpressed. People have complained about the graphics (which really are sub-par for a PS4 game (and yes I understand it's multiplatform), but that's not what really got to me in this game. The story and flow was just absolutely horrid. There was no rhyme or reason to what was happening in the game. There are 14 main missions and eachJust finished the game and, let me just say, color me unimpressed. People have complained about the graphics (which really are sub-par for a PS4 game (and yes I understand it's multiplatform), but that's not what really got to me in this game. The story and flow was just absolutely horrid. There was no rhyme or reason to what was happening in the game. There are 14 main missions and each one ends with some form of boss fight. Then they hastily scrap together a cut scene where they direct your attention somewhere else. The entire game I just felt like they were saying, "Hey look at all of these characters that we know about! Look at them in the game! Look you can fight them! Look you're interacting with them! Hey look over there! Do this! Do that! Aaaaaaand, you're done."

    The 14 missions were beaten in absolutely no time.
    The combat is laughably easy.
    The story (if you can call it that) is completely incoherent.

    The game provides you with points to upgrade Spider-Man's powers. You can choose to upgrade his senses, web-slinging, web-swinging, and a couple web-attacks which are really only useful in specific situations. I rushed the web-swinging/movement upgrades because I figured they'd be important to get around the city. Boy was I wrong. The only movement pieces you need are the web rush if you're good at it, and possibly the first swing boost upgrade. The slingshot is pointless because you must slow down far too much in order to use it. And slowing down is a very bad thing.

    One of the things I hated in this game was the constant need to be moving. A bar is shown above the mini-map that dictates where the people of New York see you as a menace or see you as a hero. All it takes to pull you up into hero status is a couple of side missions that are considered heroic acts (ending police deadlocks, stopping petty crime, rescuing people from burning buildings, etc.). These pop up on the map for Spider-Man to complete as part of being a hero. Ultimately, you must choose to complete these missions, or ignore them. Ignoring them means your hero bar is going to go down and people may start viewing you as a menace. When you're a menace the task force comes after you and the game just gets downright annoying. It wouldn't be so bad if the timeouts on these tasks weren't so short. I would find myself swinging to the main objective and hoping that multiple tasks in multiple locations (yes, you will "ignore" tasks because they timeout at the same time all the way across town) wouldn't timeout before I could reach it.

    This rushing around left me no time to appreciate the city that they made. All the buildings were meaningless to me and I found myself growing frustrated with the clunky way Spider-Man maneuvered, even after a couple hours of practice (oh wait, that was the whole game).

    Good points about the game:
    -It was fun. I really did find myself enjoying parts of it, despite my utter confusion at the story
    -When you do get a good rhythm down for web-swinging, it feels great. While it's going to be short lived because the city is so quickly traversed, those few moments where you actually have it down are glorious.
    -You feel powerful. Ordinary thugs are chump change to the Spider-Man. And boy does the combat make it feel that way. While I prefer a more complete/complex combat system, the ease at which you dispose of thugs feels appropriate for being an arachnid superhuman. (Negative: There are few variations of the combat and it gets old a little quick)

    Negatives:
    -Short "story." It's really just a mish-mash oft missions where you go after individual villains, written up around a shoddy framework of a plot.
    -Clunky maneuverability controls that don't feel comfortable until you're practically done with the game (at least that's how long it took for me)
    -Horrible camera control. Perching upside down and even horizontal on buildings caused me to have to completely stop what I was doing just so I could reorient myself. It destroyed flow in combat/movement.
    -Poor dialogue. Although this feeds more into the bad story and plot.
    -Simple combat with no room to spice anything up. I found myself mashing the square button repeatedly, with the occasional triangle counter, for the majority of the game. Even the boss battles played out almost the same.
    -Loading times and transitions are inordinately slow and cumbersome for this day and age.

    There is more that can probably be said about the game for both it's positives and it's negatives. I only spent a couple of hours with the game, but beat it's main missions and feel like I've had everything it's had to offer. Another reviewer may feel differently about some of it, but I really do feel like they've missed the mark from what they were trying to achieve. Those of you looking for a next-gen Spider-Man to rival Spider-Man 2, turn back. This is not the game you are looking for. Time to dust off your console and rock the previous generation until they get our hopes up again.    … Expand
  30. lryder1998
    Apr 29, 2014
    10
    i have been waiting for this game the way some of you out there await the new call of duty, desperately counting the days until I could once again swing around New York as everyone's favorite web-head. It is because I love the character and the franchise so much that I have taken time out of my day to write this review. Beenox, if you guys are reading this you should probably sit down
  31. SuperSaiyan10
    May 4, 2014
    6
    Let me start by saying I am a huge Spider-Man fan, He's my favourite super hero. The Amazing Spider-Man 2 is a fun game but it's not without it's flaws. Web swinging has finally been perfected. Swinging around New York is exhilarating and the fact that the webs actually need to attach to buildings is nice (and realistic). Beenox has mapped the R2, L2 or right rigger/left trigger toLet me start by saying I am a huge Spider-Man fan, He's my favourite super hero. The Amazing Spider-Man 2 is a fun game but it's not without it's flaws. Web swinging has finally been perfected. Swinging around New York is exhilarating and the fact that the webs actually need to attach to buildings is nice (and realistic). Beenox has mapped the R2, L2 or right rigger/left trigger to spidey's hands. If you want to attach to a building to your right hold R2, if you want to attach left hold L2. It's a nice addition and feels very fluent.

    Unfortunately that seems to be all Beenox got right this time around. I don't know how or why but they seem to be getting worse at making Spider-Man games over time. The combat is identical to the last game with a few new additions that don't really spice things up much. The side missions are repetitive and boring. Beenox has introduced the "hero/menace" system which is pointless and extremely annoying. You need to keep yourself in the hero status or the task force will start to attack you. There are so many crimes happening all the time that it is difficult to maintain the hero status because if you fail to prevent a crime you get penalized for it. The side missions don't vary much (car chase, fires, deadlocks, petty crimes, bombs, rescue injured civilian).

    Now as for the main story.. Wow just straight up pathetic. Whoever wrote this story deserves to be fired. The plot is so tangled (no pun intended) and incoherent that you honestly don't care at about it at all. They just seem to introduce a new super villain in each chapter. Another new feature Beenox has added is being able to play as Peter Parker...Talk about boring. It basically consists of you asking people questions in any order you desire and without consequences and then snapping a few pictures. You don't even have to ask the desired questions if you don't feel like it. You can just choose finish conversation. The other questions do little to move the plot forward. As for the graphics they are ok, nothing spectacular. But after playing Infamous Second Son for the past month, spidey just doesn't seem up to snuff in the graphics department.Overall a disappointing game. It feels rushed and I know it's because they wanted to coincide with the movie, which is a shame.

    Activision needs to give another developer a shot at a Spider-Man game because in my opinion Beenox just isn't a good developer. They need to take a page out of Arkham and create an original story set in it's own universe. There was so much potential for this game but it was squandered away.    … Expand
  32. GreenGoblin215
    May 3, 2014
    9
    I will say that I love Spider-Man he is my favorite superhero and I have played multiple Spider-Man games with that said here we go. I bought this for the PS4 and I just beat it and not being biased I don't know why there is all the HATE on this game that there is. I personally loved the game. I loved the boss fights as well as the free roam and the combat was Awesome. My only gripe wouldI will say that I love Spider-Man he is my favorite superhero and I have played multiple Spider-Man games with that said here we go. I bought this for the PS4 and I just beat it and not being biased I don't know why there is all the HATE on this game that there is. I personally loved the game. I loved the boss fights as well as the free roam and the combat was Awesome. My only gripe would be that it got annoying sometimes to do a side mission just to keep the hero meter from going to the menace level but I got over that. I spent probably 8 to 10 hrs playing it maybe a little less but regardless I had fun with the game and yes I did beat it. I saw the new movie in IMAX and a lot of people are complaining that the game models and voices are nothing alike and while that is true it didn't kill the vibe of the game at all in my opinion. I would recommend this game to all Spider-Man fans and fans of superheros in general.… Expand
  33. Roudy
    May 4, 2014
    10
    Great game, excellent web-swining mechanics and gameplay, great work with enviroment(being able to stick foes to walls, rappel etc.).

    Only downside - combat system is lacking, story was ok but could've been better.
  34. Beastybeasty
    May 27, 2016
    10
    The amazing spider-man 2 is a brilliant film the ending was so unexpected and i was really entertained but they could of chose a better actor to play spider-man he just doesn't look the part.
  35. Vicosaurio
    Apr 29, 2014
    10
    Absolutamente fantástico. Mejora en todos los aspectos al The Amazing Spiderman 1, y la versión de PS4 sale muy favorecida en el apartado gráfico. Muchos villanos, muchas secundarias y retos, diversión asegurada y duradera. Una compra obligatoria si eres fan de Spidey.
  36. Gamer76Man
    Apr 29, 2014
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was excited for this game, key word being was. Petty Crimes are annoying and repetitive, I played a couple of missions and there are some major differences from the last Game, some of which you will learn almost immediately, like the fact that your heath doesn't regenerate like in the last game, and no wed-retreat either which makes me hate the game and I have not had it a full day yet. Maybe it will grow on me, but if not then I won't own the game even a week.… Expand
  37. StriderKiwi
    Apr 30, 2014
    0
    If you liked the first one, you'll hate this one. Everything that was good about the last one sucks here. The web-slinging is atrocious and now getting across Manhattan is no longer fun and simple but a chore and obnoxious. The combat is ok but the camera both during combat and while web-slinging is horrible and almost never showy like it was before. The story is horrible. Kraven is ok butIf you liked the first one, you'll hate this one. Everything that was good about the last one sucks here. The web-slinging is atrocious and now getting across Manhattan is no longer fun and simple but a chore and obnoxious. The combat is ok but the camera both during combat and while web-slinging is horrible and almost never showy like it was before. The story is horrible. Kraven is ok but the Peter Parker segments do nothing and even the overarching story is bad. There's a lot less of a focus on free-roaming and far more linearity in this one. Finally, I swear the graphics are worse in this one than the last. Also it glitches out and prevents you from completing objectives. This game clearly needed a lot more development time (among other things) DO NOT BUY. Instead just play the older one.… Expand
  38. erndaWORM
    May 9, 2014
    6
    This Spiderman game fell short in so many areas. I never thought I would enjoy web slinging through New York so little. Some of the side missions are simple enough, grab a bomb throw it in water, ok but saving people from a burning building forget it. The story line of the game differed a lot from that of movie and in a good way but the Peter Parker in the game is a very odd lookingThis Spiderman game fell short in so many areas. I never thought I would enjoy web slinging through New York so little. Some of the side missions are simple enough, grab a bomb throw it in water, ok but saving people from a burning building forget it. The story line of the game differed a lot from that of movie and in a good way but the Peter Parker in the game is a very odd looking twitchy version of the character. If you have anything else to pass some time playing I suggest a pass on this one. If not it's worth a play through for some trophies.… Expand
  39. Bailey90
    May 10, 2014
    10
    Surprised by the negative reviews on this one. I'm playing it at the moment and I'm loving it. The web swinging is amazing. There's a number of suits to choose between, most of which look great. Improves on everything the first one tried to do in my eyes.
  40. Koray16
    Jul 6, 2014
    6
    bir oyunu ilk oyundan grafiksel anlamda nasıl geri götürebiliriz diye düşünmüş yapımcı ekip.

    oyun ilkine göre berbat düzeyde ps2 oyunu sandım bir ara ama sonra gördüm altta pc ,xbox 360 ve ps3 içindir yazıyormuş

    sonuç olarak yine activision oyunu yine berbat bir film oyunu
  41. TheAwesomeOne_7
    May 23, 2015
    4
    I am a die hard Spider-Man fan but this game was a major disappointment. The story was so dull and the dialogue was really cheesy. The graphics sucked and I really didn't enjoy this game. The gameplay is similar to the Batman Arkham series but it just doesn't feel as fluid and fun. The only thing they did right was the web slinging mechanics. I love how the left trigger makes you swingI am a die hard Spider-Man fan but this game was a major disappointment. The story was so dull and the dialogue was really cheesy. The graphics sucked and I really didn't enjoy this game. The gameplay is similar to the Batman Arkham series but it just doesn't feel as fluid and fun. The only thing they did right was the web slinging mechanics. I love how the left trigger makes you swing left and the right trigger makes you swing to the right but sadly that's not enough to make this a good game. I hope they make a good Spider-Man game soon because the last one I enjoyed was Spider-man 2 and that was from 2004.… Expand
  42. ApoelMbis
    Jul 10, 2016
    10
    This game is very good,I also like the kind of the game but the graphics are not excellent!If you are fan of Spider-Man I am sure you will like it!I also disagree with the Metascore Critic,I think it worth something else
  43. salmansohail_
    Feb 25, 2017
    4
    With Beenoxs newest addition to the Spider-Man universe, I feel as if they really quit when trying to create a universe that was both fun and also made sense. There were a lot of confusing concepts in this game, the story wasn't interesting and the gameplay never changed, the web swinging was the best it had been in the last 5 years but it also feels extremely plastic. You press theWith Beenoxs newest addition to the Spider-Man universe, I feel as if they really quit when trying to create a universe that was both fun and also made sense. There were a lot of confusing concepts in this game, the story wasn't interesting and the gameplay never changed, the web swinging was the best it had been in the last 5 years but it also feels extremely plastic. You press the button, you hold on to the web for 2 seconds until it automatically lets go. The animation for the web swinging isn't creative and doesn't hold on type of good physics. He always looks the same when swinging. The graphics are OK, nothing incredible but they are exceptable. I however did enjoy fighting crimes and unlocking new suits. The fighting wasn't bad but it was just too easy. The boss fights could break the game over time too. I feel as if it wasn't beenox's fault of creating such a mediocre title, instead with the recent flaws that activision has been committing, such as low budget quick cash grabs, Activision really just cared about stealing money from young spidey fans. Beenox could have created an incredible game like they did with Shattered Dimensions, however activision slowly started to shift away to the Call of Duty genre. What doesn't make sense as well is that Activision just stopped caring about its fans. Adding Micro-DLC to every game possible, such as recent Call of Duty titles.

    Verdict:
    If you're a fan of spider man and you're looking for a game to waste a bit of time playing you won't be disappointed. However this game isn't worth half of its retail price. If you find this game for around 10 bucks, I would say its pretty fun, however a game so broken and unfinished doesn't deserve even 30 dollars.    … Expand
  44. SpartanEdge
    May 9, 2014
    8
    Well actually not really no. While the two Amazing Spiderman games might look similar to the other Spiderman games at face value, there's mechanics in these these games that make them pretty different to the other Spiderman games.

    First of all, it has a combat mechanics unlike every other Spiderman series, in that it borrows heavily from the combat in the Batman-Arkham games, which is    Well actually not really no. While the two Amazing Spiderman games might look similar to the other Spiderman games at face value, there's mechanics in these these games that make them pretty different to the other Spiderman games.

    First of all, it has a combat mechanics unlike every other Spiderman series, in that it borrows heavily from the combat in the Batman-Arkham games, which is of course a good thing. While it isn't quite as polished as the Arkham games, the combat is clearly inspired by them and is enjoyable and better for it.

    Also, the Amazing Spiderman games have predator mechanics, again 'borrowed' from the Arkham games but work very well. If you think about it, Spiderman is pretty well suited to predator tactics, because a spider is basically a predator in its world and being able to strike from anywhere gives you a lot of options and opportunities.

    Another great mechanic in this series, is Web Rush. It basically simulates Spidermans extremely fast reflexes and thinking speed, by letting you slow time down to a(near)standstill if you so wish for a certain amount of time, while you choose a precise place to Web to, which allows for precise, considered and sustained Web swinging, which is cool in my opinion. You can Web zip in real time too of course.

    The games also pays good fan service, by including various different Spiderman outfits from the comics which is cool and a lot of people seem to really like that.

    I've been playing the new game a lot, and have this to add specifically regarding the new game.

    I'll start by saying first and formost, that if you liked the first Amazing Spiderman game, then your also going to love this one for sure. The new game has everything the first game had, such as the Arkham inspired combat and predator mechanics, fun Web swinging, Web Rush and collecting all the comic pieces to unlock readable comics, but it also has some tweeks and improvements on those foundations.

    New improvements are things like a Web swinging system that has the left trigger acting as your left Web shooter, and your right trigger, the right shooter, which makes perfect sense and just feels..right. The webs actually attach to buildings now, and if you watch a video of or play the first Amazing Spiderman game after playing the new one, you won't belive you never noticed it didn't do that before lol.

    Other improvements are a better variety of persistent side missions, with additions such as rescuing people from burning buildings and other situations for example, and even the ones returning from the last game are improved, such as more prolonged and involving police stand off's that give you engrossing predator scenarios that are more lengthy and varied, allowing you to go in all fists and webs blazing or flex your predator muscles(so to speak)as I say, or the stolen car scenarios for example, that have you moving freely over the top and sides of the car, pulling out windows and occupants and hostages while being attacked with more comprehensive button prompts to keep you on your toes.
    Completing side missions also maintains your reputation as a hero, or you end up having people believe Jonah J Jamison that your a menace, which can have have consequences if you're in 'menace status'.

    All the different unlockable outfits in the game have different modifier bonuses depending based on whether you have a Menace or Hero reputation, and how high that reputation is. I like that you have to earn each costume by completing a missions, which involves infiltrating a locations where the tech is to be found, requiring stealth all the way to accomplish.

    You now have the ability to 'Switch on' your spider sense at any time, which is essentially like detective vision in the Batman-Arkham games, which shows you where enemies and other usable objects are, which is especially useful in predator scenarios, and your senses can be improved, with some nice benefits. There's also more predator moves you can use any time, such as take downs from ledges below and using your Web to repel down from perches, roof supports or a ceilings, down to your prey for stealth takedowns. Picking off your prey one at a time, without even revealing your presence, has you feeing like a proper badass, and is highly satisfying.

    There's also little tweeks, that might not sound like much on paper, but as a whole improve the game and the way it feels, such as you don't have to jump over small objects, you vault over them automatically instead, little things like that all add up.

    There are sections where your Peter Parker, but these are under developed in my opinion, but in the context they are used, such as infiltrating a social event or something, it makes sense to not be dressed as Spidey.

    The graphics, even on next gen, are not going to blow anyone away. While they could have been better, they are perfectly fine and smooth, and you must take into account that this game doesn't have the budget that bigger games out there have, but they are better than in the last game, and in next gen, noticeably better detailed with better populated textures, and justify the slightly higher price in my opinion. The developers have done miracles with what the time and budget I imagine they had, and I'd love to see what they could do with the time and budget the Arkham games have is this is what they can produce on a lesser budget?!

    The camera makes you work a little harder than perhaps you should, and the news pieces after each mission may annoy but you can skip them, so these are minor complaints really, and by no means a game changer to the core game.

    So to summarise, if you liked the last game, you'll like this one even more, because it has all the same elements and game play you know and love, but with various improvements and Tweeks, and while there's obvious room for improvement, the game is still a solid, fun, addictive and highly enjoyable game and Spiderman game.    … Expand
  45. Makaveli
    May 11, 2014
    5
    I played this at a friends place and I am glade I did not buy this... Beenox makes good games but I think EA has a lot of influence on what Beenox does and I think they really messed this game up...
    The web swing has been vastly improved from its predecessor but that is about it..
    The game is not very fun for me but if you are a Spiderman fan I suggest that you pick it up only if you    I played this at a friends place and I am glade I did not buy this... Beenox makes good games but I think EA has a lot of influence on what Beenox does and I think they really messed this game up...
    The web swing has been vastly improved from its predecessor but that is about it..
    The game is not very fun for me but if you are a Spiderman fan I suggest that you pick it up only if you see it one day in the bargain bin because that is where it belongs.    … Expand
  46. Dukay66
    May 27, 2014
    5
    The Amazing Spider-Man 2 has to be the most mediocre game I have ever played. It's not bad, but it's not really good either. Everything the game does, gets the job done just enough for it to be slightly entertaining. From web slinging, combat, and story. It is all just okay. If your a fan of Spider-Man and open world games, you can find something here to enjoy. As much as I love both ofThe Amazing Spider-Man 2 has to be the most mediocre game I have ever played. It's not bad, but it's not really good either. Everything the game does, gets the job done just enough for it to be slightly entertaining. From web slinging, combat, and story. It is all just okay. If your a fan of Spider-Man and open world games, you can find something here to enjoy. As much as I love both of those things, the game still manages to disappoint. But for some reason I find myself returning to The Amazing Spider-Man 2 time after time.… Expand
  47. DSouls_guy
    Mar 13, 2015
    9
    I don't get how this game is getting a poor review from so many people. in my opinion this is the best spiderman game to date, the new swinging action and fighting style really shines here, plus the game is really well polished. the graphics are not so next gen but they still look great none the less. if you're a spidey fan give this game a go.
  48. Masatshi
    May 1, 2014
    7
    Web-Swinging is fun again and the new stealthy approach follows Batman Arkhams footsteps. Gameplay wise this game rocks. I am really enjoying myself. The graphics suck though and the camera can get in trouble showing you what you need to see, but I can live with both of this problems... How can you not like this game, if you love Spider-Man? For me, this is the best Spidey game since WebWeb-Swinging is fun again and the new stealthy approach follows Batman Arkhams footsteps. Gameplay wise this game rocks. I am really enjoying myself. The graphics suck though and the camera can get in trouble showing you what you need to see, but I can live with both of this problems... How can you not like this game, if you love Spider-Man? For me, this is the best Spidey game since Web of Shadows.… Expand
  49. Teh_Beavs
    May 5, 2014
    9
    This review is from a Spider-man fan. Setting that aside I'd still give the game a 7. This game is by no means terrible. Event pacing all over the city is kind of annoying but you can ignore it and game isnt drug down. I loved all the villain appearances there is even a extra one after the credits of game! You can unlock classic Spider-man comics during game play and read them in theirThis review is from a Spider-man fan. Setting that aside I'd still give the game a 7. This game is by no means terrible. Event pacing all over the city is kind of annoying but you can ignore it and game isnt drug down. I loved all the villain appearances there is even a extra one after the credits of game! You can unlock classic Spider-man comics during game play and read them in their entirety which works amazingly well on the ps4. Unlocking extra costumes from stealth missions was a decent way to implement them. Once you get the mechanics of travel down you are swinging and traveling like crazy and its very enjoyable. Upgrade system for combat mechanics was pretty decent, and I enjoy you can level up different costumes for different attributes depending on what you may have trouble with. If you are a spider-man fan this game is a MUST!… Expand
  50. Wawacoffee89
    Jul 24, 2014
    4
    Im a big fan of Spider-man but my god this game just wasn't good. Shotty game mechanics, web slinging made me dizzy and gave me a headache, glitches galore too. The graphics weren't bad, city was huge and stuff, but the game was kinda boring and uneventful. Buyers beware
  51. SeattleJen
    May 9, 2014
    8
    This is a solid open-word release. If you enjoyed the first game, you'll enjoy this one too, if you haven't tried this series yet - give it a whirl. Lots of fun things to keep you interested, as any good open-world game should have.
  52. Themhn5
    May 3, 2014
    6
    Beenox deserves a trophy for this game. Not in the sense that this game is fantastic ( or by anyway above tolerable ) but considering the limitations and budget placed on them by Notorious Publisher Activision and their considerably small budget, this game is a standing achievement. This is one of the most enjoyable Movie licensed games in recent years ( Along with XMEN Origins:WolverineBeenox deserves a trophy for this game. Not in the sense that this game is fantastic ( or by anyway above tolerable ) but considering the limitations and budget placed on them by Notorious Publisher Activision and their considerably small budget, this game is a standing achievement. This is one of the most enjoyable Movie licensed games in recent years ( Along with XMEN Origins:Wolverine ).

    I will not bore you with the details,seeing as there are literally dozens of other sources that go far more in depth then I'd go,my advice would simply be this: If you are a massive Spider-Man game or you liked the previous title this isn't a bad purchase.Anyone else would be better off waiting for the eventual price drop and picking the game up then.    … Expand
  53. RSJohn7293
    May 1, 2014
    7
    Really fun game, but not really different then the first amazing spiderman game other than the storyline. Theres a few minor differences but it's mostly the same tactics, map, etc..

    Still fun though but I wish it was more different.
  54. diogomendes
    Aug 2, 2014
    1
    This game is absolutely abysmal. Beenox pathetically tries to emulate Rocksteady's success (no wonder why Beenox is following Rocksteady on Twitter) and fails meanly. Let's start with the main show of the game: Spider-Man.....................................

    Spider-Man looks like he's glazed or something. For f*ck sake, in the cutscenes he is restless, doesn't stop moving around. Looks    This game is absolutely abysmal. Beenox pathetically tries to emulate Rocksteady's success (no wonder why Beenox is following Rocksteady on Twitter) and fails meanly. Let's start with the main show of the game: Spider-Man.....................................

    Spider-Man looks like he's glazed or something. For f*ck sake, in the cutscenes he is restless, doesn't stop moving around. Looks like a mentally disturbed douchebag who delivers one-liners to Kraven, Oh yeah Kraven, we'll get to that LATER!

    Now, the graphics... the graphics. I went to Youtube and some dipsh*t told me the graphics were amazingly well done, and I was like... WTF??? I never see such underdeveloped graphics in my whole f*cking life. This time is not Activision's fault, this time Beenox got too much drunk if they thought the game had nice graphics. If you think the graphics look good, killing yourself would probably be the best idea for you.

    Now, the story. This game insults the movie's story by the way. It's like you pick the script from the movie and make it more gay and more retarded in the most possible way. Donald Menken is actually Chameleon? What the f*ck? And where the hell is Gwen Stacy? And why they they included Aunt May? Do they realize that her only purpose in the whole game is to seat in her couch and look at the television like a mindless possessed? And when she starts interacting with her nephew, she says "We must forget the past and look at future; We will be happy again, Peter. I promise you!; Wherever he is (Uncle Ben), he's very proud of you. And so am I;" all that nonsensical babbling because of Ben's death. Jesus, he died a year ago and they're still talking about that! LOL! (I really feel bad for this character)

    The gameplay. The combat system in the first game was pretty cool! However, Beenox picks that and makes it more stupid and boring. It looks like Spider-Man is having anal sex with the criminals but more unexciting. The web-slingling is "okay", I guess. Nothing special. The missions are repetitive, short and unenthusiastic just like the boss fights.

    The dialogue: http://cdn0.lostateminor.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Dog-poop-1000px-990x500.jpg

    Finally, Kraven is a meaningless, idiotic and retarded villain that should never been in the game in the first place. His quotes are godawful and his design is amazingly stupid and unoriginal. His purposes in the f*cking game is like this:

    1. Teaches Spider-Man for no f*cking reason
    2. Attacks him for no f*cking reason but gets his ass beated without even blinking.

    That's it?????????? What the...?

    In conclusion, the end result is an expressionless, effortlessly, mindless, retarded, poorly made game that insults Spider-Man fans and gamers alike. Beenox should get fired and Activision should acquire some better studios like Rocksteady or Sucker Punch. Nuff said!!

    P.S: The story revolves around Peter tracking down Uncle Ben's killer but after the first 30 minutes of the game, Carradine is killed and the whole plot element is automatically destroyed! Seriously? Go f*ck yourself, Beenox!    … Expand
  55. Cryptic_Origin
    May 13, 2014
    9
    I'm surprised this game got such bad reviews. Sure it was pretty similar to the first and it was pretty short, but it was still relatively fun.The combat made quite an improvement from the first one and the web slinging couldn't be better. They also had many different attracting costumes with different stats. There was a lot of boss fights too. All the criticism from the first one wasI'm surprised this game got such bad reviews. Sure it was pretty similar to the first and it was pretty short, but it was still relatively fun.The combat made quite an improvement from the first one and the web slinging couldn't be better. They also had many different attracting costumes with different stats. There was a lot of boss fights too. All the criticism from the first one was improved and for at least working on that they should have got better than what it was reviewed. I could see a lot of Spidey fans enjoying it. All in all, this game was lots of fun, certainly not a top tier game but still an enjoyable one.… Expand
  56. MikeyChipmunks
    May 26, 2014
    4
    The graphics were ugly,AI was stupid at times and unpredictable,and the game was way too short! This game had one pattern Beat up a few baddies,Spider-man says the same lines OVER AND OVER and then you fight a boss that literally a 5 year old would have no trouble with. Sure there is some replayability if you want all the outfits and collectibles but IMO their is no point in going back toThe graphics were ugly,AI was stupid at times and unpredictable,and the game was way too short! This game had one pattern Beat up a few baddies,Spider-man says the same lines OVER AND OVER and then you fight a boss that literally a 5 year old would have no trouble with. Sure there is some replayability if you want all the outfits and collectibles but IMO their is no point in going back to such a repetitive and boring game. Seemed to me like a typical movie-tie in garbage. Worst use of $60 in a long time.… Expand
  57. slyleo
    May 27, 2014
    6
    This game is fun but there are some problems with it.
    pro:
    Lots of Costumes to play around with Combat can be fun and fluid Cons Every side mission has an annoying "NEWS FLASH" at the end it really interrupts the flow of the game Spider-man, and all charterers for that matter will repeat the same lines over and over very noticeable in all activities some side missions are really    This game is fun but there are some problems with it.
    pro:
    Lots of Costumes to play around with
    Combat can be fun and fluid

    Cons
    Every side mission has an annoying "NEWS FLASH" at the end it really interrupts the flow of the game
    Spider-man, and all charterers for that matter will repeat the same lines over and over very noticeable in all activities
    some side missions are really an annoying chore ex the fire rescue need to do 10 to get trophy

    I Had fun with the game but it feels that it could have been so much more with just a little bit more love. I would wait for a price drop.    … Expand
  58. VenkmanGB35
    Aug 6, 2014
    4
    I love Spiderman games- just not this one. This game is awful. The graphics look like Gamecube (although I was playing on my PS4). I really hate when developers push out these licensed games without putting any effort into thier development. Don't buy this game. I got it on Gamefly and sent it back the same day.
  59. ndrew80
    Jun 22, 2014
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was a bit turned down by the amount of negative reviews this game received and having started it after playing with infamous second son, the graphics weren't as good. However after a while I got used to it and the missions were playable, great boss battles, enjoyable walkthrough. The character deign is great, spidey looks cool and with the wast amount of unlockable costumes, the game provides extra fun. In my opinion graphics looked a lot better during daytime, it was great to swing around the big apple watching the reflection of the sun on skyscrapers and the moving clouds on the sky. The only thing what nerves me however is that after you finished the main missions, you can't enjoy swinging around the city because without constantly fighting crime in side missions, the task force will be after you wanting to hunt you down. All in all I didn't regret having played this game but might not spend too much time playing it further because of the above mentioned 'problem' after finishing the main story.… Expand
  60. EzioA88
    Aug 20, 2014
    9
    Beenox has had a bit of practice with Spidey. The Amazing Spider-man 2 is the fourth game that they have taken major development duties on and it represents a natural evolution of their established formula. Shattered Dimensions and Edge of Time were enjoyable linear games that respected the material, but their first tie-in (The Amazing Spider-man) took the hero back into the open world andBeenox has had a bit of practice with Spidey. The Amazing Spider-man 2 is the fourth game that they have taken major development duties on and it represents a natural evolution of their established formula. Shattered Dimensions and Edge of Time were enjoyable linear games that respected the material, but their first tie-in (The Amazing Spider-man) took the hero back into the open world and gifted him with new web swinging and combat systems. Now, the sequel comes, but is it any good? Well, pretty much.

    The story is an alternate telling of events of the second movie, which is smart as it helps to avoid spoilers. The epilogue narrative spoiled the plot of the first movie in the original game and that was one of its few faults. This time, Spidey is going after his uncle's killer, only to find out that a new murderer called the Carnage Killer is bringing a special brand of justice to criminals. Not only is this causing trouble, but the Russian and American gangs are battling it out, with the Kingpin overseeing the operations and attempting to wipeout Spidey by ordering a bunch of criminals onto the hero. Plus, Electro is rising and the Green Goblin is beginning to step up. The plot is as bloated as that of the film counterpart, yet it is surprisingly easy to follow and makes up for its shortcomings with a nice amount of Easter eggs and references. Being the massive Spidey fan I am (did you really think I would give this game a 9 if I wasn't), I appreciated these little touches. The campaign isn't very long (around 7 hours) and the bosses aren't challenging, but I preferred this narrative to the previous game's- even if it feels like Electro and Gobby have been thrown in just for tie-in purposes.

    The gameplay is smooth and responsive, even if it does feel a little easy. Web swinging is amazing and is the best evolution of the system I've ever seen. Having played every Spider-man game from 2000 onwards, this feels like a natural extension of a system that was already great fun. The left and right trigger idea is nice and well done, even if some of the logic is a little out there at times (how can Spidey swing through Central Park?). The web rush system is also back and it's as fun as ever, with new upgrades and better functionality. Wall crawling is rarely used when you have such an amazing amount of aerial tools, but it works alright and running up the sides of buildings is something I've always loved in a Spidey game- it reminds me of the good old days. There is no doubt that this is one of the most effective traversal systems in gaming, but what about combat? It is very similar to that of the previous game, with Arkham-esque styles of attacking, countering and stunning (which is basically shooting bad guys with your webs). The animation is excellent and most of the time it is very responsive, even if you can build up combos a little too easily and take down foes quickly. I like the use of different webs, such as the seismic and ionic styles which can knock down foes and melt armour respectively. The upgrade system isn't very complicated, but it works and I was keen to earn all of them. The ability to pick up objects is a particularly useful tool... The stealth of the game is better than that of the last one, even if its logic baffles me. Sneaking up on foes is tense and it feels good to smash the enemies, but there is no real penalty, with Web Rush making it easy to escape and the foes never really learning their mistakes. They have horrible vision ranges as well and once I performed two takedowns in a row- even though I was in front of the second enemy!

    The open world isn't highly detailed and the civilians aren't interesting, but this isn't GTA V. The city does offer a plethora of activities and collectibles though and I love how your various suits have different upgrades and levels. I enjoyed the hideouts and while there are less comic pages, I still enjoy collecting them and the audio logs offer some valuable back story. The comics you unlock are great and can be easily accessed and read. There are also some difficult combat challenges and plenty of photo ops, meaning that the game will take over 12 hours to fully complete. I platinumed it at around 19 hours, so completionists don't need to put in too much time. One of the game's biggest talking points is its Hero or Menace system. To be frank, it is absolutely horrible and the reason this game doesn't deserve perfect marks- even from a staunch Spider-fan. While your level of reputation does give you bonuses and keeps the bad guys off your tail, the random crimes have too little a time limit and they get highly repetitive after a while. The system also doesn't impact the story or side missions and the lack o a clear goal makes it a worthless feature. I could see where Beenox was going with it, but they didn't have enough time to develop a good system.

    TASM 2 is a good game and deserves more than a 5. Beenox just needs more time for their games.    … Expand
  61. Darthtux
    Jun 24, 2014
    5
    Beenox fails to make a good sequel to the original amazing spiderman game. The combat is not well done, it doesnt feel like its free fighting, its more of a restricted aspect of fighting. The bosses in this game don't look good espically green goblin, he looks really different and ugly. The story is okay and could be improved dramatically. The only good things about this game are the webBeenox fails to make a good sequel to the original amazing spiderman game. The combat is not well done, it doesnt feel like its free fighting, its more of a restricted aspect of fighting. The bosses in this game don't look good espically green goblin, he looks really different and ugly. The story is okay and could be improved dramatically. The only good things about this game are the web swinging, it definately feels different than the other games and the hero or menace system. The costumes dont feel any different when you play with it, but i guess the appearance of it are worth it? The slot machine game was absolutely like torture, it was really boring and just painful.......Don't even try it unless you have time and you're ready for the pain. After beating the game my first words is "What did I just play??" Overall The Amazing Spiderman 2 is a okay game with really well done web swinging and it is a game you should just try for the web swinging if you were to pick this up otherwise its a incomplete game....… Expand
  62. FreezeBlade1220
    May 1, 2015
    8
    What's with all the criticism?! This game is great!! It feels great just aimlessly swinging around, stopping crimes and stuff. That's not to say it's perfect though. There are problems that could be giver (like the camera)
  63. tsakiym
    May 15, 2015
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I do not have to say anything more. But i need to write one hundred and fifty characters. i think my score can describe it............................… Expand
  64. Araiz
    May 2, 2015
    3
    To summarize, The Amazing Spider-Man 2 is a pity. It's a pity because the potential is there. I do not understand why they cannot treat this superhero with more respect and why they always have to wait for a movie to force a simplistic system in the "awesomeness" that is navigating from web to web through New York.
  65. Inf1inite
    Aug 8, 2015
    2
    This game is a mess! i felt like the director of the game just don't want to make the game so people come to him "is that dialogue fine?" and he like "Yea yea, just put it in....." i can't enjoy this game, even if i want to.
  66. Datamari
    Dec 12, 2015
    6
    It's.. not great.
    The Amazing Spider-Man 2 is one of those games that I want to call bad, but in reality, there really isn't anything terribly bad about this game. However, it didn't do a whole lot right, either. Swinging around New York City is very satisfying, and gives a very accurate representation of Spider-Man. It has a Hero/Menace system similar to Infamous, and it's done well.    It's.. not great.
    The Amazing Spider-Man 2 is one of those games that I want to call bad, but in reality, there really isn't anything terribly bad about this game. However, it didn't do a whole lot right, either. Swinging around New York City is very satisfying, and gives a very accurate representation of Spider-Man. It has a Hero/Menace system similar to Infamous, and it's done well. There's a lot that TASM 2 did right, but then there's the things that this game did wrong. The combat is boring, the side quests are stupid, and the plot is stupid and predictable. It's fun to swing around in this game, but everything else is just unenjoyable and dumb.

    The Amazing Spider-Man 2 gets a 6/10.    … Expand
  67. Jimi360
    Mar 25, 2016
    3
    Horrendous. Being someone who enjoyed playing through the first game, and looking forward to the sequel, The Amazing Spider-Man 2 smothers everything that was enjoyable about its predecessor as well as highlight and expand on all of the problems that the first game had.

    I would normally go into the good points about this game, but I really can't. What can I say, you can still web-swing?    Horrendous. Being someone who enjoyed playing through the first game, and looking forward to the sequel, The Amazing Spider-Man 2 smothers everything that was enjoyable about its predecessor as well as highlight and expand on all of the problems that the first game had.

    I would normally go into the good points about this game, but I really can't. What can I say, you can still web-swing? No, glitches multiplied by 10 from The Amazing Spider-Man makes it near impossible to complete any mission or side-challenge without running into a problem with the game.

    A shocker, an absolute shocker.    … Expand
  68. IONOSGAMES
    May 15, 2017
    5
    Un mal juego de principio a fin. Graficos bastante malos y descuidados, un mundo libre al que le falta contenido, todo es repetitivo, aburrido y muerto, sin vida. La historia es bastante normal, igual que el diseño de Spider Man,. El gameplay es terrible, con unos controles muy incomodos. Es otro mal juego de super heroes que no te lo recomiendo, salvo que seas un muy gran fan delUn mal juego de principio a fin. Graficos bastante malos y descuidados, un mundo libre al que le falta contenido, todo es repetitivo, aburrido y muerto, sin vida. La historia es bastante normal, igual que el diseño de Spider Man,. El gameplay es terrible, con unos controles muy incomodos. Es otro mal juego de super heroes que no te lo recomiendo, salvo que seas un muy gran fan del personaje, pero como juego es muy malo.… Expand
  69. blacksterthebit
    Dec 28, 2017
    2
    This game is **** T for teen? More like E for everyone. This game is made for kids. With bad graphics and bad story. Only good things i found was good skins and good for kids. I can't belive that this game exist.
  70. coolwali
    Jun 22, 2020
    5
    This game has many interesting concepts; swinging with each hand, pretty cool stealth segments, a reputation system, but this game needed another year in development
  71. NORAD2018
    Sep 20, 2019
    0
    This game sucks guys I don't know how's it possible to **** up this game. The first game was better with everything graphics, combat, diteils etc. it wasn't something good but it could still entertain but second part I don't know what to say ****.
  72. Rafex
    Oct 23, 2020
    4
    this game had everything to be very good, but it ruined everything !! the web swing was extremely poorly executed, the game dialogs are heartbreaking, the graphics are very bad compared to The previous game , The game he disappoints in all aspects !! He could be much better but the creator ended the game, he seems to have been released in a hurry.
  73. Nintenderek
    Nov 14, 2020
    4
    Play literally any other spider-man game and you'll probably have a better time. The gameplay is pretty average for a spider-man game, but the story is terrible and throws out the cannon of the amazing spider-man movie universe completely, which is what this game is supposed to be based on.
  74. Mirayaanali1234
    Dec 24, 2020
    10
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  75. NoyaRG
    Sep 10, 2021
    8
    Such an Amazing Game, i feel so nostalgic when playing this! I like the Movement, and the Fighting-System feels smooth and cool, yea sometime it gets kinda boring but the Bosses where cool too.
  76. cheatos080
    May 30, 2022
    8
    Очень классная игра, очень жалко что её все возненавидели :(
  77. HuevoAlce
    Jun 27, 2022
    3
    One of the worst open world Spider-Man games to have come about in a while.
  78. SpideyDesi
    Jul 8, 2022
    7
    The Amazing Spider-Man 2 stays true to its roots of Andrew Garfield Spidey. This can be seen with the sudden return of Green Goblin and Electro... And the mention of Gwen Stacy (despite not being shown). It is hard to understand whether this is a continuation of the film or another universe due to this. But back to the game. First, it needs to be understood that the was made to fit theThe Amazing Spider-Man 2 stays true to its roots of Andrew Garfield Spidey. This can be seen with the sudden return of Green Goblin and Electro... And the mention of Gwen Stacy (despite not being shown). It is hard to understand whether this is a continuation of the film or another universe due to this. But back to the game. First, it needs to be understood that the was made to fit the schedule, which meant it had to be made first. But with that comes the cost of an almost poor storyline and plot. The problem with the storyline of this game follows the same problem the film had. Too many villains! it would've been better had the game been after one villain and was longer without introducing too many different plots. But this game isn't at all "Bad". It has amazing web-swinging. shooting and stays quite consistently when fighting villains (which can be repetitive at times). There are a few side missions which could've been better done with more voice-overs. Nonetheless, this game is good the first time around but won't have you playing week after week wondering what size mission you have to do. But it will keep you entertained while being played.… Expand
  79. thordabolt
    Oct 6, 2022
    9
    This is the first spider-man game and I honestly think it's great. I've played Arkham city and understand that it's a great game but also super gritty. I feel this game gives you the fun I was looking for to just be a superhero.
  80. AustinAsh1223
    Oct 27, 2022
    8
    It’s a good game. It has its flaws but it’s still a good spider man experience.
  81. JoseEnrique
    Feb 7, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie is about an action story. Peter’s loses his powers and the love his life. And fight with the Doctor Octopus.
    This movie is a good as Avengers 1. Peter is as funny as Deadpool. Mary Jane is a beautiful as Gwen Stacy. The movie is entertaining as Spider Man 1.
    I recommend this movie because is a genre of action and entertainment. The visual effects are impressive. And it is a movie that is in the Marvel Comics.    … Expand

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Metascore
49

Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 44 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 44
  2. Mixed: 26 out of 44
  3. Negative: 17 out of 44
  1. Gamer.no
    Aug 21, 2014
    50
    The Amazing Spider-Man 2 is not as amazing as it sets out to be. Your neighborhood webslinger deserves a better game.
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  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jul 8, 2014
    40
    Average at its best.
  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jun 29, 2014
    60
    Slinging around New York remains a pleasing hoot. [July 2014, p.81]
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