Sony revealed at Comic-Con that the highly anticipated Marvel's Spider-Man 2 will arrive on PC on January 30, 2025. The game, developed by Insomniac Games, will continue the adventure of Peter Parker and Miles Morales, who face the villain Venom with unique abilities, now adapted for PC players. The announcement reinforces Sony's strategy of expanding access to its major releases.
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The PC version features enhanced graphics with ray tracing support, significantly improving lighting and shadow effects. Additionally, the team made specific adjustments to ensure the game runs smoothly on a variety of hardware configurations. This development was done in partnership with Nixxes Software, a renowned studio specializing in porting games to PC. Thus, the title will arrive on popular platforms like Steam and the Epic Games Store, offering players more options.
Sony's expansion of games to PC
Sony is accelerating its strategy of expanding exclusive PC games, as already demonstrated with successful titles such as "God of War" and "Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales". With the release of Marvel's Spider-Man 2, the company reinforces its commitment to reaching new audiences and expanding its launch platforms, further diversifying the market and strengthening its presence on different devices. Thus, Sony seeks to expand its influence, attracting players from various platforms and increasing its global audience.
This transition from consoles to PC has been positive for the company, as highlighted by Julian Huijbregts, manager at Nixxes: “The experience of bringing the Spider-Man franchise games to PC has been incredible. We are excited to continue the collaboration and offer an optimized version for PC players.”
Marvel's Spider-Man 2: Available Editions
At launch, Marvel's Spider-Man 2 will have two editions: the "Standard Edition" and the "Digital Deluxe Edition." Both versions will include all previously released content for the PlayStation 5, including new suits, improved difficulty levels, and exclusive achievements.
The Standard Edition will offer the complete game with all the latest patches and updates. It will include the "New Game+" mode and 14 new costumes, including versions of the Symbiote Suit. On the other hand, the Digital Deluxe Edition will bring additional benefits, such as exclusive costumes for Peter Parker and Miles Morales, as well as early unlocks of special items and technique points.
Nixxes Software and the PC adaptation
Insomniac Games and Nixxes Software have joined forces to develop the PC version of Marvel's Spider-Man 2. Players can expect graphical improvements that take advantage of advanced hardware, with various customization options. These include higher resolutions and detailed performance settings.
Technical details and additional features will be revealed soon, closer to launch. In the meantime, those interested can already add the game to their wishlists on Steam and the Epic Games Store. This allows them to anticipate the arrival of one of the biggest PC releases of 2025, further fueling anticipation.
