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Prototype
PrototypeUnleash shapeshifting powers in a chaotic open‑world thriller
The Amazing Spider-Man
The Amazing Spider-ManSwing through New York in an open‑world superhero adventure
Overview
Description

Prototype drops players into a devastated New York City where they assume the role of Alex Mercer, a shape‑shifting entity with superhuman abilities. As you hunt down a mysterious viral outbreak, the game blends high‑octane combat with stealth and exploration across a living, destructible sandbox. The single‑player experience combines hack‑and‑slash action, horror elements, and a deep narrative that evolves based on your choices, delivering a visceral, adrenaline‑fueled adventure across multiple platforms.

Step into the shoes of Peter Parker as The Amazing Spider‑Man, battling iconic villains across a sprawling, fully realized New York City. The game blends fast‑paced hack‑and‑slash combat with exploration, letting players swing, crawl, and fight their way through a story tied to the 2012 film. Developed by Beenox and published by Activision, this single‑player title offers a mix of action, adventure, and open‑world freedom, delivering a cinematic experience for fans of the web‑slinger.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Hack & Slash
Hack & Slash
Best for
Action‑adventure fans
Superhero and action‑adventure fans
Specifications
Spec source
AI-estimated
AI-estimated
General
msrp
$59.99
$59.99
release date
2009-06-09
2012-06-26
Specifications
developer
Radical Entertainment
Beenox
publisher
Activision
Activision
age rating
PEGI 18, ESRB M+13%
PEGI 16, ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
78/100+20%
65/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Massive, fully destructible open world
  • Unique shape‑shifting mechanics
  • Fast‑paced, fluid combat system
  • Engaging storyline with multiple outcomes
  • Engaging web‑swing mechanics
  • Varied combat combos
  • Rich open‑world recreation of New York
  • Multiple unlockable suits
Cons
  • Repetitive mission structure after early game
  • Technical glitches on some platforms
  • Limited enemy AI variety
  • Repetitive enemy AI in later missions
  • Occasional performance drops on older consoles
  • Linear main storyline limits player freedom
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