The Amazing Spider-Man similar games & best alternatives
Should you play it?
The Amazing Spider-Man is an action-adventure video game released in 2012, developed by Beenox and published by Activision. The game serves as a tie-in to the 2012 film of the same name, though it features its original storyline that continues after the movie's events. Players control Spider-Man as he swings through an open-world version of New York City, battling criminals and iconic villains like the Lizard and Rhino while facing Oscorp's mutated creatures. The game focuses on Spider-Man's web-slinging, combat, and exploration abilities. It has a mix of main missions and side activities. The gameplay includes stealth, brawler-style combat, and environmental puzzles.
What works
- Exhilarating web-swinging mechanics
- Open-world manhattan to explore
- Fun superhero fantasy experience
- Comic book collectibles unlockables
- Accessible combat system
Things to keep in mind
- Repetitive side missions and combat
- Simplified and shallow gameplay depth
- Technical issues like frame drops and glitches
- Lifeless city environment
- Uninspired story and weak villains
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Last update: 13/09/2026