I am horribly split when it comes to the new Spider-Man game from Beenox… It looks like it could really be the worst thing to happen to Spider-man games since…. well… Web of Shadows. Here we have a relatively unknown and unproven (at least among “hardcore” gamers) developer handling a beloved IP that has never had a lot of luck in the realm of gaming. On the other side of the coin however, I am really digging the approach to marketing and revealing the different universes a bit at a time. I definitely applaud the team for putting a unique spin on an established formula.
The new trailer, debuting Spider-Man 2099 as the 3rd universe, is awaiting you after the jump.
While I am initially devastated by the lack of open-world swinging in Shattered Dimensions, I think there is something to be said about this approach. Meaning, if Beenox is choosing to avoid unknown territory (open-world design) and focusing on their core competencies, whatever they may be, then this just may not turn out to be that bad. Any thoughts?
-Nick
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