https://www.theguardian.com/games/2020/nov/06/spider-man-miles-morales-review-substitute-hero-spins-his-own-new-york-moment

PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5; Insomniac Games/Sony This Spiderverse-inspired take on Spider-Man has a new hero and an appealing message reflecting America’s vibrant diversity

In 2018, Marvel’s Spider-Man gave us a vast recreation of Manhattan, beautifully smooth web-slinging traversal and a compelling story pitting Peter Parker against philanthropist-turned-supervillain, Mister Negative. The announcement of a follow-up starring Parker’s understudy Miles Morales caused great excitement in June, but that soured a little when developer Insomniac clarified that it would be a spin-off rather then a sequel – a shorter, alternative take on the original, but at full price. Anyone who played 2018’s game should be advised that from the combat to Manhattan itself, many elements are exactly the same. But although Miles Morales is definitely more condensed than its predecessor, it is hugely enjoyable and even moving in its own right.