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Ratchet and Clank 2016, the PS4 remake of the original game, has received a new update after eight years, adding the fan-favorite weapon, the Bouncer, as a free download for all players. The Bouncer, known for its bouncing grenade-like bombs, was previously a pre-order bonus and has now been made available to everyone. This update comes after the game's last major update in 2021, which introduced a 60fps patch.
A recent update for Marvel's Spider-Man 2 inadvertently revealed a potential upcoming DLC called the 'Beetle Villain Arc,' featuring Janice Lincoln, the daughter of the mobster Tombstone who becomes the supervillain Beetle in the comics. While the leaked data aligns with an earlier theft from Insomniac, it remains uncertain if the developer plans to release this DLC. Insomniac has acknowledged the issue with the development menu and is working on a fix. With the success of Spider-Man 2, speculation has arisen about potential future releases from Insomniac, including a possible Marvel’s Spider-Man spinoff focusing on Venom.
The latest update for Marvel's Spider-Man 2 on PS5 accidentally included a full debug menu revealing DLC plans, allowing players to access game-breaking features and potential spoilers. Insomniac warns that using the menu could corrupt saves and trophy progress, but players are enjoying the unexpected access to the dev menu. A hotfix is on the way to remove the menu, but its release date is unknown.
Marvel's Spider-Man 2's New Game Plus mode is set to launch on PS5 on 7th March, featuring new suits for the two Spider-Men and additional content. Insomniac delayed the release from last year to ensure quality, with the game having surpassed 5 million copies in sales within three weeks of its release.
Sony-owned studios, including Insomniac, were reportedly pressured to make staff cuts due to increasing development costs. Hackers who breached Insomniac released 1.67 terabytes of data, including upcoming game Marvel's Wolverine and Insomniac's release slate up to the early 2030s. Meeting notes revealed plans for studio closures and budget cuts, with Insomniac discussing strategic layoffs and replacing staff with team members from other projects. Sony has called for staff cuts across its first-party studios, and leaked documents highlight the growing development costs of Insomniac's games. The leaked data sheds light on the precarious nature of triple-A game production, with experts calling it unsustainable. The industry has seen significant layoffs this year, and Sony's live service ambitions have faced setbacks. The company is reviewing its live service games and has already canceled The Last of Us multiplayer game. Sony's focus on cutting spending may result in scaled-back teams and layoffs for game developers.
The leaked documents from Insomniac reveal that Marvel's Spider-Man 2 had a budget of $300 million, triple the cost of the first game, raising concerns about the sustainability of AAA games. Despite being Sony's fastest-selling exclusive, the game has not yet broken even. The increasing costs of AAA games, limited distribution, and lack of ongoing revenue are causing panic within Sony. This trend is not exclusive to Sony, as other studios are also making massive AAA games, leading to questions about the future of the industry and the need for scaling down projects and managing player expectations.
A fully playable, early version of the upcoming Wolverine game developed by Insomniac has leaked online after the recent hack, leading to numerous spoilers circulating. The leaked build, which is potentially years ahead of launch, poses security risks and is advised against downloading. The leak is a significant setback for Sony and Insomniac, reminiscent of past incidents with games like Halo 2 and Half-Life 2. The gaming community is divided, with some using the leaked footage to criticize the game, while others express concern for the impact on Insomniac. Dodging spoilers will be challenging for fans, adding to the issues caused by the hack.
Leaked documents suggest that the development of the Marvel's Spider-Man 2 PC port by Insomniac will be completed by the end of the current fiscal year, with an estimated release date after April 2024. The port will cost $4.6 million, double the cost of the first game's port, and is expected to offer the complete experience with all DLCs. The budget for the Spider-Man 3 port is estimated to be $7.0 million for fiscal year 2027. The PC port is being developed from the ground up for PlayStation 5, promising improved visuals and performance.
Insomniac's Xbox exclusive game, Sunset Overdrive, sold close to 1.9 million copies across Xbox and PC, netting the studio only $567. Despite surpassing $49 million in net sales, the development costs and other expenses resulted in the studio breaking even. The PC port of the game lacked advanced graphics options and the co-op multiplayer feature, but still provided a competent experience.
Sony has signed a deal with Marvel to produce exclusive X-Men games until the end of 2035, as revealed in the Insomniac data breach. The agreement prohibits Marvel from releasing or announcing any X-Men games on console, PC, or streaming platforms, or using X-Men characters as a "competitive advantage" in a game. However, X-Men characters can still appear in multi-family Marvel games. The leaked documents also mention upcoming X-Men games, including Marvel's Wolverine in 2026 and the first X-Men game in 2030. This deal gives Sony exclusive rights to develop X-Men games for the next 12 years.
Insomniac, the videogame studio behind Spider-Man 2, has been targeted in a ransomware attack, with hackers demanding $2 million from Sony-owned Insomniac to prevent the release of stolen information. The leaked data includes details of future releases and work-in-progress footage of Insomniac's upcoming Wolverine game. The attack has been condemned by fellow developers and fans, with the hackers also leaking personal employee information. This incident follows a similar attack on the British Library last month, with ransomware group Rhysida claiming responsibility for both incidents.
Insomniac, the developer behind Marvel's Spider-Man, has fallen victim to a ransomware attack, with hackers threatening to release stolen data unless paid $2 million. After Sony reportedly refused to meet their demands, the hackers have released over 1.3 million files, including videos and images of upcoming game Marvel's Wolverine, personal staff information, and a contract between Marvel and Sony for future projects. The leaked data also includes a release slate for Insomniac's games up to 2033, estimated development budgets, and a bootable build of Wolverine. Sony has launched an investigation, but no official comments have been made by either Sony or Insomniac.
Sony's game developer Insomniac has reportedly been hit by a ransomware attack, with the hacking group Rhysida running a public auction for the stolen data, including in-game screenshots of the in-development Wolverine game. The group claims to have employee personal data, including passport images, and is demanding $2 million in bitcoin. The leaked screenshots do not reveal story spoilers, but the situation raises concerns about potential delays in game development and the release of sensitive personal information.
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 has surpassed 5 million copies in sales, making it Sony's fastest-selling PlayStation Studios game ever. Insomniac, the developer, expressed gratitude to the community for their support. In addition to the sales milestone, Insomniac has released a new patch addressing various issues, including NPC spawning, character switching during phone calls, and stability improvements.
Insomniac, the developer of Spider-Man 2, has responded to the debate about game length versus price, stating that the game is "worth it" regardless of its relatively short completion time. While the main story can be finished in about 15 hours, additional content such as side missions and collectibles can extend gameplay to around 40 hours. Insomniac emphasizes the importance of delivering a high-quality experience and ensuring that the game justifies its price. The developer also plans to release more content, including a New Game Plus mode, in the future.