Remembering The Insomniac Spider-Man Video Games
Growing up with the Raimi Spider-Man games, many of us agree that Spider-Man 2 was often referred to as the best Spidey game we have. Sure, there were gems like Ultimate Spider-Man or Shattered Dimensions, but no game felt as important to our favorite webslinger as Spider-Man 2. That didn't change until 2018 where Insomniac didn't hit just a home run, but a grand slam.
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These comments are hilarious! Y'all have a great sense of humor 😂
@chrisburns7979
Жыл бұрын
@RetroRebound how is this retro man you really need to sort this out
@AngelicSoulGamingAndAnime
Жыл бұрын
There is someone that poses as you i made a report but i hope you wont get into trouble
@zs4580
Жыл бұрын
@@chrisburns7979 Get over it?
@chrisburns7979
Жыл бұрын
@@zs4580 no
@miami2881
Жыл бұрын
@@chrisburns7979 It's really not that serious.
Wow, what a blast from the present! This game was my adulthood.
@overpoweredjelly3513
Жыл бұрын
lul . Its been such a long time , I can barely remember anything from these games . They aged pretty well though I can say .
@BrotherKnowledge.
Жыл бұрын
😂🤣😂
@deflategate1297
11 ай бұрын
I gotta play elder ring such a classic now lol
@jampyplays9729
11 ай бұрын
Im 19 so does it count as my child hood? Or teen hood?
@deflategate1297
11 ай бұрын
@@jampyplays9729 both and a little early adulthood as well u in the weird years my man enjoy it it’s like all your childhood and teen years combined with a dose of adulthood
Man i remember this fondly, it was my childhood...i think i was around 31 when i first played this...good old times.
To be honest, recent as it is, it feels crazy that it’s been 4 years since the 2018 game, feels like yesterday
@OODLESMCBOODELS
Жыл бұрын
true but the best part about time flying is that the sequel will be here before you know it.
@brycekennedy5935
11 ай бұрын
@@OODLESMCBOODELS only a few months away
@MultiKamil97
10 ай бұрын
True. I remember watching the first trailer and wishing that I had a console to play it. Now I got to play it on PC and I was like "Holy heck, those games are already 5-3 years old?!".
@SpectacularKorin
9 ай бұрын
@@OODLESMCBOODELStwo months left
@Lexpionage
7 ай бұрын
@@OODLESMCBOODELS10 days
I want to add that I love the detail in MM when Miles lands on a point he wobbles a bit and when he's web swinging he flails a bit because he's so inexperienced. It's a nice detail when they could've just given him the same cycle as Peter.
@Coreisus
Ай бұрын
Also how in SM2, Miles doesn't wobble or flail anymore
I remember back when Miles Morales released during Christmas time... nostalgia at its finest. I was 30 then. Time flies.
@crazyrobot10
Жыл бұрын
You’ll be 32 soon!
@dreamxhollow
Жыл бұрын
@@crazyrobot10 32 now... I barely remember when I was 30 though...
@thechugg4372
Жыл бұрын
@@crazyrobot10 We'll be dead soon!
@ProjectGamerYT
Жыл бұрын
Wasn't even 2 years ago, you're talking about it like it was 15 years ago lol
It feels like yesterday when I was playing these games on my PlayStation 5... wait. Just kidding Matty. Thank you for the video! ❤️
Everyone should give this game a try if you're able to! Everything about this game is top notch in quality, and the story itself is more heartfelt than I was expecting. As far as nitpicks, if you're not much into "busy work" when it comes to side content in your open world games, that can get repetitive and tiresome at times in this game, but even then, you're not really going to care because of how insanely fun and addictive it is to swing around New York! That never for a second got old. Give this game a try! You'll not be disappointed!
@jeffcoats9017
Жыл бұрын
The combat and the boss fights in this game honestly let me down
@dylanjackson6780
Жыл бұрын
I think the thing that redeems the side content is the cool ass suits and how fun it is to traverse
The snow and the holiday decorations made Miles Morales look extra special.
Just started playing this game with my son. He absolutely loves swinging through the city. I think one thing a lot of these spiderman games have done very well over the years is improving the movement. All your movement and abilities feel so fluid.
This is a good video for people with Alzheimer's. Thanks man 👍
@retrorebound8887
Жыл бұрын
LMAO NAH CHILL
I was just a kid at only 26 years old when the first insomniac spiderman game dropped can't believe I'm just about 30 NOW. Where in the hell did those years go. Back then the world was my oyster I was only 4 years into marriage with two kids while finishing up my undergrad and two thirds of the way to my mid life crisis, and barely knee in deep in my first existential crisis. Hard to believe how things change. Now I'm 7 years into marriage still somehow a father of two kids, and paying 40 percent more on rent than the market price was back then. My PS4 pro is long gone now and it feels like only a year and some change since I got my ol PS5 during the worst health crisis in the last 100 years and on the cusp of ww3....damn those were the days.
@Mrsplifferdoodle
Жыл бұрын
The was one of the best comments I've ever read
Miles Morales was the first game I played on my PS5 back in the day.
@Julian_14
Жыл бұрын
“Back in the day”
@glutkar95
Жыл бұрын
Yeah man, PS5 released 10 years ago!
@vontrapp9853
Жыл бұрын
I had a hard time choosing between the Nintendo 64 and the PS5. Damn good times!
@Julian_14
Жыл бұрын
@@vontrapp9853 such a competitive generation
@clintbrew
Жыл бұрын
Miles morales ps5 was the first game i played on ps5 too since it was bundled with the ps5 i got, i also payed the extra 25 quid to get spiderman remastered. weird how they never did a physical release of spiderman remastered for ps5 it only digital
If I remember right, the official explanation for the face change had something to do with the original face model's bone structure not being a good match to Yuri Lowenthal's own facial bone structure. They were able to hide this pretty well with the less graphically advanced tech on the PS4, but when making the jump to the PS5, the more advanced tech made the inconsistencies between the face model and Yuri's own motion capture more noticeable, to the point where it really became a problem. So with the old face essentially being unusable now, they had to find a new model with a facial bone structure that was closer to Yuri's. This is the result. Personally, I'm fine with the change. I liked the old face, but I honestly don't have a problem with the new one. I was actually surprised at how quickly I was able to get used to it. If you put a gun to my head and forced me to pick, then sure, I like the old face better, but I can still see this new Peter Parker as Peter Parker, and given the choice between a face change and a voice change, I'll happily take the face change.
@MightyAverage
Жыл бұрын
I also think that the team has had less time with the new face, so their animations for it aren’t on point just yet, especially not for a full remaster. Comparing the face in Miles Morales to the Remaster, it’s a massive improvement in facial movements. They just have to learn to use that face in the best way possible. Peter still looks like Peter Parker too, so there’s not really a reason to complain, IMO.
@AngkelBee
Жыл бұрын
I play SM Remastered + Miles Morales. Didnt play the original release and I havent got any problem with the new face. I think it suits really well with the character.
@Mrsplifferdoodle
Жыл бұрын
@@MightyAverage well you have to think about it like this, people who had the game ever since it came out have gotten used to seeing that facial version of peter parker for 2 years, so to see that totally changed when the remaster came out was pretty jarring.
@Mrsplifferdoodle
Жыл бұрын
@@AngkelBee not as well as the original face
@MightyAverage
Жыл бұрын
@@Mrsplifferdoodle I know. I was in that position. I got the game Christmas of that year, and it was great, and I loved the face, but I didn’t mind the change as much as other people. Even after multiple playthroughs on Ultimate Difficulty and getting the Platinum on the OG version, the face change isn’t one that bothers me that much.
I remember this game! It’s only been 5 months since I’ve played them! Just playing with you retro rebound. Great vid!
These are newer games than what is usually shown on Retro Rebound but i'll take it, Insomniac totally nailed building on the foundation that Treyarch established in 2004 and i'm just going to say it, Yuri Lowenthal is the best Spider-Man portrayal that has ever been done, he nails the quips, he nails the serious moments and he is really likeable as the character :)
@adamburgess7890
9 ай бұрын
Man I really hope the Yuri stuff is good in the sequel
I like how your video format title makes this out to be old school hidden gem ps2 classics
You’re content is genuine and fun!
Great way to put this man , honestly my fav game! New Peter has grown on me a lot I will say as well
I’m with you on the snow, Matty. Even as a mail carrier in northwest Indiana, I like me some snow and I really like the coziness it brings in a video game.
Idk if I'd call these games retro lol
@retrorebound8887
Жыл бұрын
Well, clearly you're wrong.
@SomeMortyDude
Жыл бұрын
the definition of "retro" - imitative of a style or fashion from the recent past.
With all the surprisingly fun side content I never noticed how short miles morales is. And the combat and movement in it is way better in my opinion than 2018. Both are some of the best games I've ever played and can't wait for 2.
I love Spider-Man and insomniac made me a huge fan of their work ever since.
So many good memories playing these in my early adulthood - my first two platinum trophies ever!
@BrotherKnowledge.
Жыл бұрын
My first two as well!!
I played these game like 1 year ago. Great series!
I love the unboxing music. That jazzy spider-man loop was legit.
These are the best Spider-Man games to date🤝🏽😎
14:14 I loved DMC as well man
I'm super nostalgic for these games that came out yesterday, and a year ago, and 2 years ago, and 4 years ago. Good times.
Love your vids this spider man is my favorite game
I remember when they added the rami suit I did a complete second play through as that suit and the first was a mix of the stark suits sooo much fun in this game to role play as spider!
I love these games so much. Played both on PS4 and you bet your bottom dollar I spent full price on the first one on PC
That DmC comparison was hella accurate though. Definitely a positive for the combat too.
Watching this whilst playing Spiderman on the steam deck feels so right
Preordered on steam and excited to play for the 1st time
Literally just ordered a PS5 to play these. Sat biting my nails now.
I love marvel Spiderman 2018 it's so far my favorite spiderman game so far. And I loved Marvel's spiderman miles Morales and I am excited for Marvel's spiderman 2 next year
I absolutely loved figuring this game out for the first time, really was an amazing feeling getting so into the combat. And for me it was the same with Miles Morales, I legit loved it. And yeah I don't like the new face, I'm sure there will at least be mods on PC for it.
My spidey senses are tingling hard.
I'm glad you addressed the Peter model change. It's so jarring. I wish they would reverse it.
Wow truly retro man. Nostalgia
Great video spiderman is 2nd favourite comic game of all time
15:23 Lmao, I still can't accept the new face
Going through Miles Morales, just got a PS5. Loving it. With you on the model for Peter Parker, yeah, not cool - change it back please Insomniac.
@terrellthaddies7867
Жыл бұрын
It is what it is. It looks ok/fine but not better than the 1st model. I understand people frustrations about this but Insomniac had been said that they ain't changing it back multiple times It's been 2 years now and they haven't changed their stance. It's time to put that to bed. The only way that people will see that old face model is when someone mod the game
With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility!! - Mr Matty.
Im so excited about Spider-Man 2
I remember finally getting a PS5 in April 2022 and playing Miles morales, what an experience, somehow completely forgot those games even happened it’s been so long!! Really solidified my late teens
Just playing this on ps5 game pass. Just as good as i remembered. I am currently in heist dlc. Dlcs i have not played before.
I remember playing the first Marvel’s Spider-Man for the ps4 back in 2018 and it has the be the best ever Spider-Man Game with Miles Morales
Id love to see a retrospective on the Tales games (ex, tales of symphonia)
@nathanbardaji8180
Жыл бұрын
Me too, arise was my first game and I loved it
@soulhelper7027
Жыл бұрын
@@nathanbardaji8180 mine was abyss on the 3ds, and when I learned it was a series I wanted to play all of them
@nathanbardaji8180
Жыл бұрын
@@soulhelper7027 I keep hearing abyss is the best game, idk which one I should play next
@soulhelper7027
Жыл бұрын
@@nathanbardaji8180 Vesparia is a solid option, so is symphonia, other than that the games can be hit or miss depending on the play style
Man I remember it like it was just 2 years ago
I was so happy to see this finally get released on PC. It's one of a handful of games I had on PS4 before selling it off that I missed. Now just need Uncharted and Ghost of Tsushima to make their way over and I won't miss that system anymore
Its sick that you get every movie spiderman suit. Great feature
I actually much prefer the new face. But it was the one I first played with as I’ve only recently got a PlayStation. Only just found out they changed it
So much nostalgia
Even though you're mainly an Xbox guy I'm glad you're open minded enough to play and love other systems' games
I couldn’t agree more about the remaster. The other thing is that they didn’t change Mary-Janes face… so I always felt like the MJ in the game looked WAY older than the remastered version of Peter. It was just uncomfortable honestly. Lol Fantastic video retro rebound!
always been an xbox guy but recently i found a ps4 pro for DIRT cheap at a pawn shop decided to grab it to play all the AAA exclusives i have missed over the last 10 years and holy i don't even care that they are 30 fps these games are amazing and look incredible ( even more so with the graphical and rez improvements from the pro)
Spidey 2018 is one of my favorite games of all time. In my top 3.
Ah yes 4 years ago, what a time to be alive. Jokes aside glad you hear your thoughts
I personally like miles morales more than Spider-Man ps4. Just love the overall vibe of It and loved how it was short and sweet.
@reallyhimongod
Жыл бұрын
It’s more polished than the first totally more aerial tricks, better powers and smoother combat especially on the P5..🤙🏽
@thisbubblygoodness7611
Жыл бұрын
i didn't think it was possible, but somehow Miles Morales managed to perfect the web swinging, or it least really close to it. and they did that in like 1.5 years of development! so im super excited to see what they do with the swinging and graphics in Spider-man 2.
@Mrsplifferdoodle
Жыл бұрын
Spiderman ps4 had a better story though
@Mrsplifferdoodle
Жыл бұрын
@@reallyhimongod they literally have the exact same powers except he has electrokinesis and invisibility. Atleast with pete I get an actual challenge instead of spamming venom punch
The story of this game was trying to get us ready for the real tribulations we would have to face in our lives
Where did you get that costume! Looks really good I want to order it!
Miles is the first game with all the fat trimmed. It was kinda hard to go back to the original after 100%ing miles
@jarde1989
Жыл бұрын
Yeah the first was a bit bloated
@uwu_VII
Жыл бұрын
2018 was leagues better than miles morales but I agree that miles morales had generally less filler and was better trimmed.
Hyped for Spiderman 2!!
What a coincidence! I just got my hands on miles morales on sale for 30 bucks and beat it in three days. What a great game. Though not worth the 50 dollar price tag it’s at now. That steal I got at 30 was 110% worth the purchase. And spider man PS4 is possibly my personal favorite game I have played since fallout 4.
Cant wait for the 3rd one to come out
The remastered face model is so much better in my opinion. It’s gonna be so much better in the sequel when they have more time and resources animating the facial expressions 👌🏻
@Mrsplifferdoodle
Жыл бұрын
No the hell it isn't 🤣 only on small details like more textured hair and blood vessels in the nostril
@EthanGrantC
Жыл бұрын
Yeah, I think the main reason people prefer the other face is that they already beat the game with the original face
@JasonFromTheSix
Жыл бұрын
@@EthanGrantC yeah people just hate change 😂
I'm glad I grew up with playstation
Hey Matty, I love that mass effect background thing you use! Is it a table or something? If you’ve got a link or something for it I’d love you long time
We haven’t had a superhero game like this since. A dark era we’re in
Matty please do a video on Infamous 1 and 2.
@LockOldChannel
Жыл бұрын
That's a good idea!
miles morales has got to be one of the oldest games i’ve ever played, such a long time ago that one was
Im here after spider man 2 ps5 dropped and insomniac outdid themselves with it they could definitely make their own marvel universe with games like this especially when wolverine drops
Ok Marty’s giving zaddy vibesssss yaaaaaasssss I’m here for it
Based matty also liking the ps4 Peter better. We love to see it
Ngl these are some of my favorite games of all time
I mean it's nostalgic because I was still in college physically when the first one came out
Coming here after spider-man 2 to get some content😭. I’m impatient AHHHH
I dont remenber there being levels in suits just an unlockable skill that you can use in every suit once unlocked.
Love spider man games
I remember like it was yesterday.. My adulthood playing this gem😂
@retrorebound plz do a video of the greatest isometric turn based RPG of all time JAGGED ALLIANCE 2!
Man, really interesting to see this point of view, this is probably an unpopular opinion but, my biggest gripe on the first spider man on PS4 was the character model for Peter Parker, so I ended up liking the one on PS5, but I can see why you like the original, on Miles Morales, that was my first game playing on the PS5 and I spent hours looking at the Christmas tree on miles apartment lol such a gorgeous game
@thisbubblygoodness7611
Жыл бұрын
i agree the new face has really grown on me, i think more people kinda need to start getting over it
@JNivvle64
Жыл бұрын
@@thisbubblygoodness7611 it’s crazy to me to think back and remember that people sent death threats to the devs because of the change. really crazy. I think the new face has grown on me as well, and I think it actually has a bit more of an emotive quality.
@thisbubblygoodness7611
Жыл бұрын
@@JNivvle64 if you think thats bad i still remember when people were really hammering at Insomniac to give the Raimi suit, some people asked nicely which is fine but others were demanding it with such disrespect which is a bit distasteful. love the games but the fanbase can be a bit iffy occasionally. some people gotta get over the new face, its been almost 2 years.
@JNivvle64
Жыл бұрын
@@thisbubblygoodness7611 I vaguely remember the Raimi suit drama. Yeah, the community is very iffy. I think it’s the same people who were pissed ab it coming to PC.
@treyjordan1284
Жыл бұрын
its so annoying seeing people complain about the face. the face is perfect for peter. people just dont like change. thats it.
off topic recommendation for the channel: you should do a vid on the old n64 wrestling games… Nwo/wcw world tour, Wrestlemania 2000, and the king of them all…No Mercy Especially since aew fight forever is coming soon.
totally off topic, but can we expect to see a "So I played [X] for the first time" for the rest of the Trails games other than the Sky trilogy? Would love to hear your thoughts on Cold Steel 1 and 2 (and hopefully the Crossbell arc in Zero and Azure when they come out)
@retrorebound8887
Жыл бұрын
Yes! Zero is up next. Playing Azure soon. Will do Cold Steel 1-4 as well :) Oh, and Hajimari/Kuro whenever I get there!
@whydoistillusethissite8626
Жыл бұрын
@@retrorebound8887 Awesome! can't wait to see them!
Love love love. Everything matty you said I agree with. Except for 2 things. I came into the new look Peter Parker on my first play through and I like the look better. Sorry friend. And, while Yuri Lowenthal is a fantastic voice actor, Cam Clarke is the best voice actor. Gotta love the Leonardo voice actor!
Did you ever do the Neversoft Spider-Man games??
You forgot to mention unlike Peter Parker miles has the exaggerated swagger of a black teen when he swings
Glad I started my playthrough stil not done yet I want Spider-Man 2 have Venom
Remember Sunset Overdrive when the traversal was fun and engaging... Yeah, that was a good game.
My favorite rapper Lecrae made the Spider-Man Miles Morales theme song My Time.
The new Peter face really pains me every time I see it
Completely agree with you on the Peter face model issue. The ‘next gen peter’ excuse is ridiculous as they didn’t change anyone else
@terrellthaddies7867
Жыл бұрын
I barely believed them in that but it is what it is. It looks ok/fine but not better than the 1st model. I understand people frustrations about this but Insomniac had been said that they ain't changing it back multiple times It has been 2 years now and they haven't changed that stance
Did you do the ps1 games yet ?
Love these games. I feel the same way about the new Peter Parker model, another reason I can’t find him that believable as a replacement is that he looks so much younger. Peter in these games is already an experienced Spider-Man, he’s not fresh out of high school like Tom Holland
@DatPRGuy2017
Жыл бұрын
I think the new model would've looked less distracting if it had more wrinkles and a better haircut
@evanlouanthony
Жыл бұрын
@@DatPRGuy2017 bruh he’s 23 years old he doesn’t need wrinkles. I’m the same age and got a baby face.
@thisbubblygoodness7611
Жыл бұрын
im fine with the new face to be honest, ive replayed the remastered version and Miles Morales too many times so the face is kinda natural at this point. i think he just needs a cooler hair cut, he looks 23 in my opinion, not fresh out of highschool. he also looks unassuming, you'd never expect this kind of guy to be spider-man, and i like that.
These are such great games. I hope that one day Insomniac gets to make a Sonic Game.
I’m looking forward to Spider-Man 2 next year
@jarde1989
Жыл бұрын
2024 or later
@rayguym33
Жыл бұрын
@@jarde1989 it’s still planned for a 2023 release. Id say around September like the first one
@TheeCambion
Жыл бұрын
@@jarde1989 nah insomniac is a monster when it comes to developing games. I doubt it would get delayed they've already got assets.
There's a Spiderman game? There's more than one?? Mind...blown.
Currently playing Miles Morales for the first time and loving it. I loved the first game but was upset when Sony marketed MM as it's own game when it is essentially a DLC. Charging $70 for MM as a PS5 launch title was just plain wrong. I picked it up for $30 which I still think was too much but it's a fun and very short game. Another great video Matty!
@fresco_dinero5155
Жыл бұрын
MM was 50 at retail. The $70 version came with the whole remaster so ur essentially paying 70 for 2 games
@miked3018
Жыл бұрын
@@fresco_dinero5155 sorry it was $70 Canadian. But still $50 for a 10 hour game which uses recycled assets is steep!
@fresco_dinero5155
Жыл бұрын
@@miked3018 oh ok. And yeah it’s a little steep but I spent 50 hours on MM so far. I platinumed the ps4 version and the ps5 version. For the amount of time I spent on it, it’s easily $1 a hour. I loved the game although it is kinda short, it’s quality packed to the max
@miked3018
Жыл бұрын
@@fresco_dinero5155 it's a lot of fun and you can spend a lot of time in it. I'm enjoying it a lot but felt justified in waiting for the price to drop. Looking forward to the sequel Mashup!