Do you need to play Spider-Man & Miles Morales before Spider-Man 2?
Wondering whether you need to play Spider-Man and Miles Morales before Spider-Man 2? We've got the answer.
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 is finally here, but before you begin your web-slinging adventure through the urban sprawl of NYC, it's worth knowing whether you need to play Spider-Man 1 & Miles Morales before Spider-Man 2.
With Spider-Man 2 being such a landmark game for Sony, this may be your first time diving into this incredible universe.
Insomniac has crafted an amazing story and set of characters with Spider-Man 1 and Miles Morales, but some fans just want to dive straight into the latest title.
Well, here's our recommendation on whether you need to play Spider-Man 1 and Miles Morales before Spider-Man 2.
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Do you need to play Spider-Man 1 before Spider-Man 2?
Yes, in our opinion you should play Spider-Man 1 before diving into Spider-Man 2's chapter of the story. The game will introduce you to Manhattan and the main characters that make up the narrative, as well as a few key villains.
Not only that, with Spider-Man 2 expanding the open-world size with Brooklyn and Queens, going back and playing the OG title will help you appreciate that more.
Of course, if that sounds like too much work and you're just too excited about Spider-Man 2, the devs have a solid solution for you. At the beginning of Spider-Man 2, there's a helpful recap of the events in the previous games, which should catch you up with the story.
Finally, for those who have played Spider-Man and Miles Morales before, do not skip the opening recap for Spider-Man 2 - it's well worth watching.
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Should you play Spider-Man Miles Morale before Spider-Man 2?
Yes, for us, Spider-Man Miles Morales should be played before jumping into Spider-Man 2. With the latest game giving you access to Miles and Peter, having experience with both characters makes it so much easier to get into the story.
Not only that, Miles Morales is a short but sweet experience, so it doesn't take long to complete at all. In our opinion, it's an investment well worth making if you want to have the best possible time with Spider-Man 2.
Now you know whether you need to play Spider-Man 1 and Miles Morales before Spider-Man 2, consider checking out all the available suits in-game and how to unlock them.
For even more guides and news, check out our Spider-Man 2 homepage right here at GGRecon.
About The Author
Alex Garton
Alex is a Senior Writer at GGRecon. With a BA (Hons) in English, he has previously written for Dexerto & Gfinity. Specialising in Call of Duty & Apex Legends, he loves (attempting) to improve his aim in competitive shooters and will always make time for a single-player RPG.
