B-Marvel's Spider-Man
An open-world action-adventure game where players inhabit the dual lives of Peter Parker and Spider-Man as they navigate the complexities of protecting New York City.
Parent verdict
Is Marvel's Spider-Man good for kids?
Yes — a great pick for most kids
Rated Ages 13+. Best for responsibility, Emotional Intelligence.
Reviewed by Hess Polanco, parent tester & co-founder · Updated April 15, 2026
The busy-parent summary
Time required
30-60 minutes
Safety level
Moderate
Best for
Responsibility, Emotional Intelligence
Ages
Ages 13+
Great for your child
It empowers them to explore a vast world while learning that even heroes face relatable human struggles.
Great for you
It provides a sophisticated story that is as engaging as a high-quality film, making it easy to watch and discuss.
Parent notes
Be aware of realistic combat and occasional mild profanity in dialogue. No online interactions or chat, making this a very safe single-player environment. Check in regarding the intensity of certain 'jump scare' or high-tension stealth moments.
The Connection Grade™ breakdown
Four things we grade, each one judged on what this game actually does. Open any row to see why.
Because it is strictly a single-player campaign, playing together requires passing the controller between story beats or having one person act as a spotter while the other handles complex combat encounters.
Skills this builds
- Trading off the controller between tough boss fights or Fisk construction hideouts
- Spotting backpack collectibles and district crime alerts on the mini-map for the driver
- Discussing which suit powers and web-gadget upgrades to craft with research tokens
Try this together
During the helicopter chase mission across the skyline, let one person focus purely on steering web-lines while the other calls out incoming crane debris.
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