A keen-eyed player uncovers a humorous flaw in Marvel’s Spider-Man 2’s subway design, sparking discussions and speculations among fans.
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, which debuted on October 20, has captivated players worldwide. Among the game’s enthusiasts, one observant fan spotted a comical flaw within New York City’s subways, sparking conversations and intrigue within the gaming community.
In this sequel to the 2018 hit, players are once again immersed in the bustling streets of New York City, embodying both Peter Parker and Miles Morales as they confront iconic villains. While some players dedicate their time to unlocking Peter Parker’s abilities, others delve into the intricate details of the in-game world, leading to amusing discoveries.
Reddit user Joee0201 shared a screenshot capturing the oversized subway train cars in comparison to the game’s protagonist, Peter Parker. The image portrays a visibly astonished Peter, dwarfed by the massive subway doors and passengers. Despite Peter Parker’s supposed height of six feet in the game’s canon, the subway doors stand nearly double his character model’s height. The step up to the subway car from the platform is significantly larger than in real-life NYC subways, reaching mid-calf height on Peter. Notably, the passengers within the train are equally colossal, creating an imposing presence even for the villains in Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. While this flaw does not impact gameplay, fans expressed curiosity about the reasoning behind the disproportionately large subway elements.
Speculations abound as fans dissected the possible causes of this humorous discrepancy. Many believed that the train and its passengers were initially modeled at a smaller scale and subsequently enlarged to fit the larger city, leading to the oversize doors and NPCs. Others suggested that the train’s scaling needed adjustments to align with the platform and track infrastructure, resulting in the train being upscaled with peculiar proportions.
Humorous interpretations emerged within the community, with one fan playfully linking the discovery to the naming of the real-world NFL team, the New York Giants. Another jestingly proposed that players were getting a sneak peek of the upcoming Wolverine video game, where they would play as the short yet formidable Logan.
As players continue to explore the vibrant world of Spider-Man 2, further discoveries are anticipated. The game has already earned accolades from notable figures, including supportive remarks from Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai. With the year drawing to a close, fans eagerly await potential Game of the Year nominations for this spectacular Spider-Man sequel.
