Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Just Got A BAD DLC & Gameplay News Update!

Summary

In a recent update, Lunar Squadron discusses exciting news from New York Comic Con: *Marvel Spider-Man 2* will launch on PC on January 30, 2025, marking a quicker release than expected. However, they share disappointing news that no additional story DLC will be added, despite teasing potential plots with characters like Carnage and Chameleon. This raises questions about how Insomniac will handle various storylines in *Spider-Man 3*. The hosts express hope for a standalone game to bridge the gap, inviting fans to share their thoughts on the news.

Takeaways

• 😀 Marvel Spider-Man 2 is officially coming to PC on January 30th, 2025, marking a quick turnaround from its PlayStation release.
• 🎮 The game will include both a standard edition and a digital deluxe edition featuring previously released DLC.
• 🚫 No additional story DLC is planned for Spider-Man 2, which has disappointed fans hoping for more content.
• 🕹️ The absence of story DLC raises questions about how Insomniac will handle multiple plotlines in Spider-Man 3.
• 🤔 Concerns exist regarding whether players will need to engage with Spider-Man 2's side missions to fully understand Spider-Man 3's narrative.
• 💡 Speculation surrounds whether Insomniac will need to create a standalone experience, similar to Miles Morales, to explore these storylines.
• 🔍 Insomniac has faced challenges due to a significant data breach, which may have impacted their DLC plans.
• ⚡ The community is excited about the potential for crossover experiences between PlayStation and PC users, reducing the console wars mentality.
• 🐍 Characters like Carnage and Chameleon were teased for potential DLC, leaving fans eager for future content.
• 🧙‍♂️ The development of Marvel's Wolverine could have influenced the decision to scrap planned DLC for Spider-Man 2.

Q & A

What is the release date for Marvel Spider-Man 2 on PC?

Marvel Spider-Man 2 is set to be released on PC on January 30, 2025.

How does the PC release timeline of Marvel Spider-Man 2 compare to its predecessor?

The PC release for Marvel Spider-Man 2 is much quicker than the release of the first Spider-Man game, which had a longer wait time between the PlayStation and PC versions.

What features will be included in the PC version of Marvel Spider-Man 2?

The PC version will include all previously released post-launch content such as New Game Plus, new suits, and color variants.

Is there any additional story DLC planned for Marvel Spider-Man 2?

No, Insomniac has confirmed that there are no plans for additional story DLC for Marvel Spider-Man 2.

What characters were teased for potential DLC content in Marvel Spider-Man 2?

Teased characters for potential DLC included Carnage and Chameleon, among others.

What concerns do the hosts express regarding the storytelling in Spider-Man 3?

The hosts express concern that Insomniac may struggle to juggle numerous open plotlines from Spider-Man 2 and whether players who skip side missions will understand the storyline in Spider-Man 3.

How might the recent data breach have impacted Insomniac's plans?

The data breach may have forced Insomniac to change their strategy, possibly impacting their plans for DLC in Spider-Man 2 and affecting the development of upcoming games like Marvel's Wolverine.

What do the hosts suggest might be a solution for addressing plotlines from Spider-Man 2?

The hosts suggest that Insomniac might need to create a standalone game, similar to Miles Morales, to properly address and develop the various plotlines before Spider-Man 3.

Why do the hosts believe that the current gaming landscape makes console wars obsolete?

The hosts argue that gaming is better when more people can experience games across different platforms, making the ongoing console wars seem outdated.

What are the hosts' overall feelings about the announcement of the PC release and the lack of DLC?

While they are excited about the PC release, they are disappointed about the lack of additional story DLC, but acknowledge the relief in knowing that it is not coming, which removes uncertainty for fans.