Marvel’s Spider-Man games from Insomniac Games haven’t just become some of the highest-rated superhero games ever made—they’ve also helped shape the modern Spider-Man films.
Speaking in a recent interview, Tom Holland revealed that Insomniac’s critically acclaimed games had a significant influence on his portrayal of Spider-Man, particularly when it came to the character’s combat and finishing moves.
Movie Finishers Were Inspired by the Games
According to Holland, the development team behind the Spider-Man films looked closely at Insomniac’s games when choreographing many of the action sequences.
He explained that several of Spider-Man’s finishers and combat animations seen in the movies were either directly inspired by or recreated from the PlayStation games.
The fluid acrobatic combat, stylish takedowns, and dynamic movement that fans know from Marvel’s Spider-Man and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 helped influence how Spider-Man fights on the big screen.
It’s another example of how the games have become an important part of the character’s modern identity, alongside the comics and films.
Tom Holland Is a Genuine Fan of the Games
Holland also revealed that he isn’t just familiar with the games because of his role—he genuinely enjoys playing them himself.
The actor admitted that he is a huge fan of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, praising Insomniac’s work and describing the game as one of his favorite superhero experiences.
He Played Spider-Man 2 the Night Before His Movie Premiere
One of the most memorable stories from the interview involved the night before one of his Spider-Man film premieres.
Holland said he was so excited that he couldn’t fall asleep, so instead of trying to force himself to rest, he picked up a controller and spent the evening playing Marvel’s Spider-Man 2.
It’s a fun reminder that, despite starring as Peter Parker on the big screen, Holland is also just another Spider-Man fan who enjoys swinging through New York in Insomniac’s acclaimed games.
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A Strong Connection Between Games and Movies
The relationship between Insomniac Games and Marvel’s films continues to grow stronger.
From combat choreography inspired by the games to shared costume designs and crossover content, it’s clear that PlayStation’s Spider-Man series has become an important creative influence on Marvel’s modern interpretation of the iconic superhero.
With Marvel’s Wolverine on the horizon and more Spider-Man games widely expected in the future, Insomniac’s impact on Marvel’s gaming—and now cinematic—universe appears stronger than ever.
