Spider-Man 2 Update Adds New Suits, Features, and an Accidental Dev Mode

Rahul Majumdar
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After five months of wait, Insomniac Games has finally released a major update for Marvel's Spider-Man 2, adding tons of new features and, unfortunately, access to a developer mode.

The update adds long-awaited features that fans have been asking for since launch, including the ability to change the time of day, mission replay, new accessibility options, and New Game+ mode.

While that's all great, the update also allowed players to access the developer console, giving players a glimpse at upcoming/canceled plans for the game's DLCs, including references to a "Beetle Villain Arc".

Insomniac has released a statement addressing the problem, stating that a new patch is on the way to block access to the dev mode. The developer also warns users that using the menu could corrupt save files and trophy progress, so proceed with caution if you're still using that version.

The update comes at an unfortunate time for Insomniac Games as the studio is still reeling from the effects of its recent data hack, which was far more malicious. While the update doesn't include any personal employee information, it still ruins the surprise of the game's upcoming expansions.

Beyond that though, the update is also cause for celebration with Insomniac's official collaboration with Gameheads, a non-profit organization that trains low-income youth groups and youth of color in the Bay Area. The Fly N’ Fresh Suit Pack, which includes two new suits for Peter and Miles, and photo mode additions, will go on sale on March 7, 2024, for $4.99. PlayStation will donate 100% of the price for each purchase in the United States to Gameheads (up to $1 million). The new suits will be made free to download after the partnership period, which ends on April 5, 2024.

Spider-Man Version 1.002 Patch Notes

Here is the full list of updates included in the new version:

New Game+ Features

  • Ultimate Levels: Go beyond the base game level cap in NG+

  • Note: Ultimate Levels are NOT tied to any difficulty

  • Symbiote Suit Styles: Unlock new story symbiote suit styles via Ultimate Level progression

  • Golden Gadget Styles: Upgrade your gadgets with exclusive Golden looks

  • Suit Tech Fusion: Unlock both perks in a shared Suit Tech slot

  • PlayStation Trophy Unlock a new trophy for completing the story in NG+

Additional Features

  • Mission Replay: Replay *that* mission (and many others) as much as you'd like now

  • Time of Day: Change the time of day in the post-game via 'Gameplay' settings

  • Tendril Colors: Swap symbiote tendril color in the post-game via 'Gameplay' settings

  • Photo Mode - Action Figure Mode: Scale down characters for photo opportunities

  • Photo Mode - Stickers: Decorate your photos with new stickers

  • Hellfire Gala Suits: Added two new suits inspired by the Hellfire Gala designs

  • Gameheads Fly N' Fresh Suit Pack: Two new suits for Peter and Miles, plus Photo Mode content

New Accessibility Features

  • Audio Descriptions: A narrator will describe key visuals and actions during cinematics

    • Sub Option: Volume Slider

  • Screen Reader: Audio narration relaying text across menus, tutorials, and control hints

    • Sub Options: Volume Slider, Repeat Delay Time, Repeat Delay Scale

  • Mono Audio: Combine all audio into a singular output

  • Captions: Display captions for important in-game sounds during cinematics and some gameplay

    • Sub options: Size, Color, Background Color, Background Opacity

  • In-World Text Translations: Enable text boxes to show translated in-world text

  • High Contrast Outlines: Outline friendlies and enemies with specific High Contrast colors

    • High Contrast Outlines Friendly

    • High Contrast Outlines Enemy

  • High Contrast Presets: Access preset High Contrast settings for streamlined use

  • Center Dot Color: Adjust the color of the center dot on screen

  • Aim Arc Color: Adjust the color of the arc that displays during certain moments when aiming

  • Target Arc Color: Change the color of the arc indicator when throwing certain items on target

  • Motion Sensor Aiming: Aim using the DualSense Controller's motion sensors

    • Sub Options include: Calibration & Sensitivity

  • UI Holds: Switch UI holds to toggle

  • Touch Pad in Combat: Disable the Touch Pad during combat to prevent accidental presses

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Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is out now on PS5.