Breaking News: ESRB Gives Early Rating for Highly Anticipated Spider-Man 2 Release
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 receives its ESRB rating prior to release, revealing the thrilling and action-packed gameplay that awaits players this fall
The highly-anticipated release of Marvel's Spider-Man 2 is just a few months away, and fans have been eagerly awaiting the next chapter in Insomniac's popular Spider-Man game series. Recently, the game was officially rated by the ESRB, adding to the excitement surrounding its impending release. With hints from the talented voice actors involved in the game, fans have been speculating about where Peter Parker and Miles Morales will go next in their quest to protect New York City from the many super villains that threaten its safety. This new installment promises to be even darker than its predecessors, with gameplay footage revealing that Peter's iconic Black Suit is slowly corrupting him as he battles against Kraven the Hunter and his minions. The Symbiote's transformation into Venom is sure to bring even more chaos and danger to the already treacherous world of Spider-Man.
The emotional stakes are ramped up in Spider-Man 2, creating a more intense gaming experience for players. However, despite this heightened sense of drama, the game's ESRB rating remains similar to its predecessors. Recently, the Entertainment Software Ratings posted the rating for Marvel's Spider-Man 2 on its official website, categorizing the game as T for Teen. This rating is due to expected violence, blood, drug references, and mild language such as "pr*ck" and "a*s." Specific instances include enemies using guns in battle, a character being "choked to death," a dead body being turned over, and blood dropping on a leaf.
The ESRB rating for Spider-Man 2 falls in line with typical Marvel action games, with Peter and Miles engaging in combat using a variety of attacks including punches, kicks, and web-based moves. However, the specific acts listed in the rating suggest a darker storyline for the game. Peter's aggression while under the Symbiote's influence, the use of guns and other weaponry by Kraven and his clan, and the inclusion of monstrous enemies such as Venom and the Lizard implies that the game will feature brutal battles with graphic violence.
The official ESRB rating also serves as a tantalizing tease for fans eagerly anticipating the release of Marvel's Spider-Man 2. With the rating now public knowledge, players can start counting down the days until they can once again swing through the city as Peter and Miles on their PlayStation 5 consoles this fall.
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 launches on October 20, exclusively for PS5.
Source: ESRB
