Spider-Man Proves to be a Successful Character Sixty Years Later
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 has swung into the record books with an astounding feat. Within the first 24 hours of its release, the game surpassed the 2.5 million copies sold mark, earning it the prestigious title of “fastest-selling PlayStation Studios game in PlayStation history.”
These sales numbers encompass both preorders and the copies included in the Spider-Man 2 PS5 bundle. This meteoric success marks a significant milestone in the gaming industry and underscores the immense anticipation and excitement surrounding the Spider-Man franchise.
To put this achievement in perspective, it’s worth noting that the previous record-holder for fastest-selling PlayStation Studios game was God of War Ragnarok, released in 2022. It reached the remarkable milestone of 5 million copies sold in just one week. Prior to that, The Last of Us: Part II held the title, with a staggering 4 million copies sold within a mere three days.
Insomniac Games, the developer behind Spider-Man 2, has a solid track record when it comes to blockbuster titles. The original Spider-Man game from 2018 made a significant impact, selling 3.3 million copies in its first three days. In 2018, God of War also achieved outstanding sales, moving 3.1 million units within the same time frame. Spider-Man 2 now takes up the mantle, looking to follow in the footsteps of the original game, which has sold more than 33 million copies to date.
While these figures are undeniably impressive, it’s essential to remember that Sony hasn’t traditionally disclosed a 24-hour sales figure for previous releases, making direct comparisons challenging. However, it’s evident that the Spider-Man franchise is in a league of its own.
In addition to the monumental success of Spider-Man 2, Insomniac Games has exciting plans for the future. They are not only considering a third Spider-Man game but are also working on a Wolverine game. This is fantastic news for fans of the studio’s Marvel games, promising more thrilling adventures and storytelling in the gaming world.