The events of Spider-Man 2 (PS5) unfold nine months after the story arc of Spider-Man: Miles Morales. Read on to learn more about the timeline of the sequel game, as well as whether you should play the previous installments or not.

When Does Spider-Man 2 Take Place?

Nine Months After the Events of Spider-Man: Miles Morales

According to the FAQs section of the Spider-Man 2 official website, Spider-Man 2 (PS5) occurs nine months after the story arc of Spider-Man: Miles Morales.

Similarly, Spider-Man: Miles Morales occurs a year after Spider-Man (2018). As such, Spider-man 2 takes place almost two years after the first installment.

Should You Play the Previous Spider-Man Games First?

Unnecessary for Gameplay, Advisable for Story

If story is not an important aspect for your gaming experience, then playing ther pevious games will not be necessary.

It is advisable to play the past installments if you want to understand the overarching narrative of the Marvel's Spider-Man series.

Spider-Man 2 Timeline Placement

Returning Protagonists

For Spider-Man 2 (PS5), New York will be having two Spider-Men this time around. After the events of both Spider-Man and Spider-Man: Miles Morales, you could now explore both of their storylines in a single gameplay experience.

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New Villains

New villains are now threatening the city of New York just after it was saved from Otto Octavius and Mister Negative. Both heroes will have to face a ruthless hunter, an alien symbiote, and a giant lizard to keep their city from harm's way.

Harry Comes Back

During the events of Spider-Man, Norman Osborn was working tirelessly and spending his fortune to find a cure for his son. In the first game's ending, we see Harry submerged in a vat of green liquid and attached to black tendrils.

The sequel game will now explore Harry Osborn being more active in Peter's life. Only time will tell if his condition improves or worsens in the sequel.

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