Spider-Man's webslinging adventures have captured the attention of fans for generations. Players love the idea of controlling everyone's favorite neighborhood superhero, swinging around New York City, and smashing enemies to a pulp.
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With Insomniac Studios knocking it out of the park with their offerings, the modern trajectory of this hero in the video game industry has been nothing short of incredible. However, people shouldn't forget the classics, with these nostalgic Spider-Man titles deserving all the time in the spotlight for being so much fun to play.
Spider-Man
A Classic Game That Would Be A Blast To Play With Improved Visuals
Spider-Man
- Released
- September 1, 2000
- ESRB
- E // Animated Violence
- Genre(s)
- Action-Adventure
One of the most nostalgic games that people still have a soft spot for, 2000's Spider-Man is a lovable ode to this hero's legacy. This webhead must scale the rooftops of New York City and stop a horrifying plan from coming to pass.
As fun as it may be to play, there's no denying that Spider-Man hasn't aged the best. Jumping can feel wonky, and the camera is hard to control, two issues that can be fixed with a remaster that highlights this classic title for everyone to see.
Spider-Man 2: Enter Electro
An Underappreciated Game That More People Would Respect With A Remaster
Spider-Man 2: Enter Electro
- Released
- August 26, 2001
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- E // Violence
- Genre(s)
- Beat 'Em Up
A sequel to everyone's favorite Spider-Man game that didn't enjoy the same level of love and adoration, Enter Electro is a game that deserves more time in the spotlight. A common criticism was that this game highlighted some of the more forgettable Spider-Man villains at the time, but this isn't a sentiment that carries over to the modern era.
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With Spider-Man's popularity as an IP growing, players are more familiar with villains like Electro, Shocker, Hammerhead, Lizard, and Sandman. Remastering this game and letting more people know about its existence would be an easy route to take, especially for people familiar with the first game.
Ultimate Spider-Man
An Amazing Cel-Shaded Adventure That Won't Take Too Much To Be Improved For Modern Audiences
Ultimate Spider-Man
- Released
- September 22, 2005
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- T // Language, Violence
- Genre(s)
- Action-Adventure
Treyarch excelled in the development of Spider-Man 2's console releases, which is why they were given the freedom to tackle a brand-new game that isn't tied down by the restrictions of having to adapt the movie. This led to Ultimate Spider-Man, a fun, cel-shaded superhero game that lets players control both Spider-Man and Venom.
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 made it clear that players would relish the chance to control Spider-Man's greatest nemesis, which is why Ultimate Spider-Man would be such an easy sell right now. A remake that polishes the controls and gameplay will highlight the title's timeless cel-shaded visuals and make it yet another fun Spider-Man game for fans to enjoy.
Spider-Man: Friend Or Foe
Teaming Up With Spider-Man's Iconic Friends And Villains Would Be A Blast
Spider-Man: Friend Or Foe
- Released
- October 2, 2007
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- E 10+ // Cartoon Violence
- Genre(s)
- Platformer, Adventure, Beat-Em-Up
Friend or Foe is a must-play Spider-Man game for players who want to interact with this character's iconic roster of heroes and villains. It takes the designs of the Sam Raimi movies and introduces an alternate universe of sorts where Spidey's friends and foes must team up to tackle a massive threat.
The beat-'em-up gameplay and fun story ensure that fans will have a great time with this title. A remake is unlikely, but players will jump at the opportunity to pummel their enemies in this game with a fresh coat of paint.
Spider-Man 2
The Movie Tie-In Makes The Remake Tricky, But This Classic Game Will Make Waves If It Surpasses This Hurdle
Spider-Man 2
- Released
- June 28, 2004
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- T for Teen
- Genre(s)
- Action-Adventure, Open-World
For a movie tie-in, it's amazing just how groundbreaking Spider-Man 2 was. It was the first game featuring the web-head to show the promise of swinging around in an open world, something that was carried out brilliantly at the time.
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The nature of this game makes a remaster project tricky, but players who want to channel their nostalgia and deliver pizzas at a record-setting pace will love a Spider-Man 2 remaster. The combat and visuals could certainly use an upgrade, and the swinging is so entertaining that only a few tweaks will make it a blast to engage with for modern fans.
Spider-Man: Web Of Shadows
The Best Spider-Man Game Outside Of The Insomniac Titles In The Eyes Of Many
Spider-Man: Web of Shadows
- Released
- October 21, 2008
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- T For Teen // Animated Blood, Drug Reference, Mild Language, Mild Suggestive Themes, Violence (PC, PS3, Wii, and Xbox 360) E10+ For Everyone 10+ // Animated Blood, Cartoon Violence, Mild Suggestive Themes (PS2, PSP, DS)
- Genre(s)
- Action-Adventure, Beat 'Em Up
Web of Shadows is one of the greatest Spider-Man video games in the eyes of fans, with the focus on Spider-Man's morality as he switches between the Red and Black Suits at will, making for a great setup.
The animations and character models were a bit all over the place, but these are issues that a remake can address. With Spider-Man's stock being higher than ever, a Web of Shadows remaster is ripe for the picking and let players enjoy one of the best depictions of the symbiote crisis in a video game as New York slowly becomes more hazardous with the growing alien epidemic.
Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions
The Spider-Verse Is More Appealing Than Ever Before
Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions
- Released
- September 7, 2010
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- t
- Genre(s)
- Action
The Spider-Verse movies have made it clear that people love a unique Spider-Man flick, but most people don't realize that this was already done before with Shattered Dimensions. Controlling four different versions of Spider-Man in a fun, zany adventure that's perfectly on brand for this hero makes Shattered Dimensions a blast to play through.
It's a shame that this game was one of the many delisted casualties after Activision's licensing deal with Marvel ended. Hopefully, some strings can be pulled to bring this game back in the form of a remaster to cater to new audiences.
