I wasn't expecting much from this after playing the first one, but I think it's considerably better. Enjoyed it a lot more.

Pros:

-Performance is incredible. I have a 1060 3gb and fps was way more consistent than Marvel's Spider-Man.
-Swinging is even better. I actually never used the air tricks because of Miles own dynamic movements.
-Miles is way more charismatic and relatable than Peter.
-No more boring MJ/Miles stealth sections.
-Way less filler. I enjoyed the side stuff compared to the first.
-Soundtrack has a lot more personality, and it's more memorable.
-This could be a bad thing for some people, but I appreciate it's only 8 hours short. I wish the first one was this short.
-(((TRIGGER WARNING for Gamers - Politics))) No more copaganda, and way more inclusive, but not in a forced way. Deaf girl mission was pretty cool.
-There's less boss fights, but given the quality of previous bosses… I think that may be a good thing.
-This doesn't affect my rating, but the Into The Spider-Verse suit with the effects on looks amazing. Combined with Miles movements, it looks just like the movie.

Cons:

-Writing was horrible in the previous game, and in some ways this one's might be actually even worse, but at least not as unintentionally funny.
-Villains are pretty boring.
-Combat is still kinda mid. More of the same.
-This is not really a con because you can turn them off, but imagine still implementing QTEs in 2022.

Feels weird to say, but I think I'm excited for Marvel's Spider-Man 2 if they keep improving on this.

★★½ – Average ✅