When we think of great Spider-Man games, Marvel’s Spider-Man by Insomniac Games often takes the top spot. But before Peter Parker landed on the PS4, there was another web-slinger trying to make a mark on the PC: Beenox’s The Amazing Spider-Man 2 .
Beenox introduced a "Web Rush" mechanic where you point at a spot with the right mouse button, and Spidey automatically swings/thwips there. While useful for precision, . There is no real momentum physics; you are basically flying with a web-line animation attached.
Released in 2014 as a tie-in to the film of the same name (starring Andrew Garfield), this open-world action game is a mixed bag of brilliant mechanics and frustrating flaws. For PC gamers looking for a nostalgia trip or a cheap superhero fix, here is everything you need to know. Unlike many movie tie-ins that just rehash the plot, The Amazing Spider-Man 2 game acts as an alternate sequel . It follows the events of the second film but branches off significantly. You’ll fight major villains like Electro (Jamie Foxx reprising his role), Kraven the Hunter, Carnage, and the Green Goblin.