Insomniac Games announced Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble, a free-to-play multiplayer arena shooter for mobile devices, featuring various game modes and characters from the franchise, marking Sony's first major attempt to bring its IP to mobile platforms.
Insomniac Games' Wolverine is still scheduled for a 2026 release, while the Venom project remains in active development, likely in pre-production, with a potential release around 2027. The games are part of ongoing efforts following a major security breach that leaked project details, but some projects like Spider-Man 2 DLC have been canceled. The Venom game may feature Eddie Brock as the protagonist and include characters like Carnage and Anti-Venom, with possible ties to the Spider-Man multiverse.
The article provides an update on the current projects and future releases of Sony's PlayStation Studios in 2025, highlighting that while some studios like Naughty Dog and Santa Monica are working on new titles, most upcoming releases are still in development, with many expected to launch in 2026 or later, and a relatively quiet year for new PS5 exclusives in 2025.
Tony Todd, renowned for his roles in the Candyman and Final Destination franchises, as well as voicing Venom in Marvel's Spider-Man 2, has passed away at 69. Insomniac Games expressed their heartbreak over his death, highlighting his impact on the studio and fans with his unique voice and presence. Todd's contributions to gaming also include roles in Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 and Half-Life: Alyx. His upcoming appearances include Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Tributes from colleagues emphasize his kindness and professionalism.
Insomniac's 2016 Ratchet & Clank reboot receives a surprise update adding the fan-favourite Bouncer weapon for free, coinciding with the game's eighth anniversary. Previously exclusive to preorders due to legal hurdles, the Bouncer now unleashes bouncing bombs that home in on targets, enticing players to revisit the game.
Insomniac Games has released a surprise DLC for the 2016 Ratchet & Clank game, making the fan-favorite Bouncer weapon available for free after eight years. Previously only accessible through pre-order codes, the weapon can now be downloaded from the PlayStation Store, though it still requires in-game currency to purchase. The release was delayed due to legal hurdles, but fans can now enjoy using the iconic weapon in the game.
Insomniac Games may be planning a new story-based DLC for PS5's Spider-Man 2, with leaked titles "Beetle Invasion," "Extreme Carnage," and "Spider-Verse Anomaly" hinting at potential storylines. The DLC release date is uncertain, but the recent update introduced New Game+ and new suits. There are speculations about potential Daredevil connections, but it remains unclear if other major Marvel superheroes will appear in the game.
The latest update for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 on PS5 accidentally confirmed leaked details about upcoming DLC, revealing a villain arc called "Beetle Infestation" with various sections including an open world mission and a boss fight. The leak, discovered through the game's debug mode, suggests that Insomniac Games may be actively working on this content despite potential changes during development.
Insomniac Games released a New Game Plus update for Marvel's Spider-Man 2, inadvertently giving players access to a development menu that could potentially corrupt saves and trophy progress. Players have discovered content related to a potential Beetle villain arc, hinting at future DLC. The update also includes intentional additions such as new accessibility features and a mission replay option. Marvel's Spider-Man 2 has been a commercial success, with sales surpassing 5 million copies in the first three weeks of release.
Insomniac Games accidentally included a developer-only debug menu in the latest update for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, allowing players to access features like skipping chapters and viewing performance details. This unintentional leak also revealed possible DLC content featuring the character Beetle. Insomniac Games has acknowledged the issue and plans to release a hotfix, cautioning players against using the menu to avoid save and trophy progress corruption. This mishap comes amidst recent challenges for the studio, including layoffs and a data breach, but the update also brings promised features like New Game Plus and new spider-suits.
The latest patch for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 on PS5 inadvertently added a debug menu, allowing players to skip around the entire game and beat it in seconds. Insomniac Games has acknowledged the issue and is working on a fix, warning players that using the debug menu could corrupt saves and trophy progress. The update also introduced a new game+ option, suit upgrade options, and a way to surpass the game’s level cap.
The latest update for Spider-Man 2 accidentally unlocked developer debug tools, revealing potential DLC missions and references to a character not yet in the game. Insomniac Games is working on a fix to remove access to the debug menu and warns players of potential issues with their game if used.
Insomniac Games has released patch 1.002.000 for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 on PlayStation 5, introducing New Game+, Mission Replay, new suits, and accessibility options such as Audio Descriptions and Screen Reader. The update also includes improvements and fixes, and hints at potential future releases from Insomniac, including a possible Marvel’s Spider-Man spinoff focusing on Venom.
Insomniac Games, hit by Sony's layoffs, publicly expressed frustration over the unprecedented job cuts, despite the success of Spider-Man 2, which sold 10 million copies. The studio's pointed statement questions the justification for the layoffs, hinting at ballooning costs and the industry's instability. The move is significant as other affected studios have remained silent, raising concerns about job security in the gaming industry.
Sony's decision to lay off 900 workers across its PlayStation teams has reportedly impacted 10% of Horizon Forbidden West developer Guerrilla Games, with 40 employees set to be laid off. Insomniac Games, the studio behind Spider-Man, has also confirmed being affected by the layoffs. Despite the layoffs, Guerrilla Games is committed to continuing the Horizon series with plans for a co-op-focused online project, a third game focused on Aloy, and a rumored remaster of Zero Dawn.