Spider-Man 2: Unveiling Exciting New Game+ Features and Enhancements!

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Insomniac confirms that the New Game+ update for Marvel's Spider-Man 2 will not be ready at launch, disappointing some players.

The inclusion of New Game+ in the original Spider-Man game brought hope to players, although it was added post-launch. Insomniac intends to release the New Game+ update for Spider-Man 2 by the end of 2023, following a timeline akin to that of the original game.

Insomniac has updated players on the status of the New Game+ update for Marvel's Spider-Man 2. Unfortunately, the update will not be ready for the game's launch. Along with this confirmation, Insomniac has shared details about the highly recommended launch patch for Marvel's Spider-Man 2. Some players were hoping that the patch would include the previously promised New Game+ content, but that is not the case. In fact, speculation about the absence of New Game+ began in October when a content creator with early access to the game mentioned its unavailability at launch. Despite a small update for Spider-Man 2 preorders, it was quickly clarified that this was not the addition of New Game+. However, players remained hopeful due to the inclusion of New Game+ in the original Marvel's Spider-Man, even though it was added to the game after its initial release.

On Tuesday, James Stevenson, the director of community and marketing at Insomniac, took to social media to encourage players to download the launch update for Spider-Man 2. Fans of the game wasted no time in asking questions about the patch, specifically inquiring about the availability of "new game plus and mission replay" features at launch. Stevenson responded by confirming that neither of these functionalities will be ready when Marvel's Spider-Man 2 is released.

The silver lining, however, is that although these features won't be available right away, they will be added to the game in the future. This news wasn't necessarily expected, but it comes as a welcome confirmation. Stevenson's decision to share this information, especially in an informal manner, demonstrates Insomniac's commitment to transparency, contributing to the high anticipation surrounding its games.

The New Game+ update for Spider-Man 2 is expected to be released before the end of 2023, according to Stevenson. This timeline aligns with when the original Spider-Man's New Game+ update was launched. In September 2018, Marvel's Spider-Man was released, and by the end of October that year, the New Game+ update had already been delivered. With Spider-Man 2 launching on October 20, it is hopeful that Insomniac will release the New Game+ update in November.

While it may be disappointing for those eagerly anticipating Spider-Man 2, it's important to remember that only a small minority of players will be able to complete the game quickly and immediately want to start a new game. Insomniac's focus for the game's launch is to ensure a polished experience for as many players as possible. The availability of the New Game+ feature will come at a time when more players have completed the game, which is expected to be before the end of the year.

Marvel's Spider-Man 2 releases October 20 on PS5.