The PC version of *Spider-Man 2* was released on Steam and the Epic Games Store without any protective measures, making it impossible for hackers to crack the game prior to its launch. This vulnerability stemmed from the absence of pre-order and pre-download options, coupled with the game's hefty 140-gigabyte size. Despite these precautions, hackers managed to download and crack the game just an hour after its release, confirming the lack of sophisticated defense systems.
Sony's marketing for the project was understated, and the system requirements for *Spider-Man 2* were only disclosed a day before the PC release. On Steam, the game has secured the seventh spot among Sony's most significant releases, trailing behind titles like *God of War*, *Horizon*, and even *Days Gone*.
Initial player feedback has been underwhelming, with the game garnering only a 55% positive review rating from 1,280 reviews at the time of this post. Common complaints include optimization issues, frequent crashes, and various bugs.
In contrast, *Spider-Man Remastered* continues to lead the series in terms of online engagement on PC, having achieved a peak of over 66,000 concurrent players. Whether *Spider-Man 2* can approach the success of its predecessor remains to be seen, particularly over the upcoming Friday and weekend. If the current sales momentum persists, the game stands a good chance of achieving satisfactory results.