Spider-Man 2's New Suits Hint at Major MCU Reveal

Insomniac recently revealed Marvel's Spider-Man 2 during the PlayStation showcase, much to the delight of fans eagerly awaiting the follow-up to the popular 2018 original and 2020 spin-off. The impressive 12-minute demonstration previewed Kraven the Hunter as a formidable new foe, showcased the Symbiote suit's enhanced abilities, and wowed viewers with the upgraded graphics. Slated for release in Fall 2023, the game appears to be shaping up nicely and promises to be another thrilling adventure for fans of comic book-inspired games. However, with leaks and rumors circulating online, details about the plot and characters should be taken with a grain of salt. In fact, if a recent rumor is to be believed, the game might unintentionally spoil an upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe reveal.

The Many Suits of the Amazing Spider-Man

Spider-Man's suit design has always been a crucial element of his superhero persona, and throughout his six-decade tenure as a pop culture icon, he has worn a plethora of colorful costumes in comics, movies, TV shows, and video games. In the 2018 game Marvel's Spider-Man, players were treated to a delightful selection of some of the character's most iconic suits, from Tobey Maguire's suit in the Sam Raimi Spider-Man films to more obscure comic book references like the Amazing Bag Man. The trend continued in the 2020 follow-up, Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales, with even more costume options for players to choose from. Naturally, fans are eagerly anticipating the upcoming Marvel's Spider-Man 2, which is rumored to feature a Symbiote variant for every costume, allowing players to don one of the most beloved looks from the web-slinger's comic book history.

A Possible Tease of the MCU Symbiote

The potential inclusion of the Symbiote suit in the MCU is an exciting prospect for fans, as it has led to some of Spider-Man's most unique abilities and standout character moments. The suit has had wildly different interpretations over the years, from the 90s Spider-Man cartoon to the Ultimate Spider-Man comic book series and even past video games such as Spider-Man: Web of Shadows. Fans can also look forward to the appearance of the sinister villain known as Venom, who made a post-credits tease in 2021's Spider-Man: No Way Home, with a piece of the suit left behind. It is likely that this piece will latch onto Tom Holland's MCU version of Spider-Man at some point. The next MCU film starring Spider-Man is still in early development, so it remains to be seen how the plot will shape together. However, with the Symbiote already teased to appear and Marvel's Spider-Man 2 coming out first, fans may be getting an early glimpse at what the MCU version of the Symbiote suit looks like. This inclusion could also be an intentional move from Sony and Marvel to help build anticipation for the upcoming film and provide fans a tease of what to expect when the Symbiote (and potentially Venom) join the MCU's already massive ensemble. Fans are eagerly awaiting confirmation of these rumors, with Marvel's Spider-Man 2 set to launch in 2023.

Marvel's Spider-Man 2 is in development for PS5.