Spider-Man Miles Morales: Length, Order, Release & FAQ

Few superhero games spark as many questions as Spider-Man: Miles Morales, from its length and order to character identity. This fact-packed guide clears up the confusion with sourced answers to the most common questions.

Main Story Length: 7–8 hours ·
Release Date: November 12, 2020 ·
Platforms: PS4, PS5, PC ·
Developer: Insomniac Games ·
Metacritic Score: 85/100

Six key specs, one pattern: Miles Morales is a shorter, tightly focused experience that delivers a complete story without overstaying its welcome.

How long is the Miles Morales game?

What is the main story length?

• The main story of Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales takes 7–8 hours to complete on a focused playthrough (IGN (gaming editorial outlet)).
• For players who pursue side missions and collectibles, total completion clocks in around 17 hours (IGN (gaming editorial outlet)).
• Some less precise community estimates stretch to 30–40 hours, but those include multiple New Game Plus runs (GameFAQs (gaming resource database)).

How does it compare to other Spider-Man games?

One comparison table makes the difference clear.

What this means: Miles Morales is less than half the length of the 2018 game and about half of Spider-Man 2. Players who value a tight, self-contained arc will appreciate the brevity; those wanting a sprawling epic may feel shortchanged.

The pattern: Miles Morales offers a focused experience that rewards completionists without overwhelming casual players.

Is Spider-Man 2 or Miles Morales first?

Is Spider-Man 2 a sequel to Miles Morales?

Yes – but not immediately. Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales was released on November 12, 2020 (PlayStation (Sony’s official storefront)), while Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 launched on October 20, 2023 (Wikipedia (community-curated database)). Spider-Man 2 is a direct sequel that assumes you have played both the 2018 game and Miles Morales.

What is the correct playing order?

• First: Marvel’s Spider-Man (2018) – introduces Peter Parker and the core mechanics.
• Second: Spider-Man: Miles Morales (2020) – picks up a year after the first game, following Miles as he steps into his own.
• Third: Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 (2023) – features both Peter and Miles as playable heroes.

The catch: Playing Miles Morales out of order means you’ll miss character development for Peter and the emotional weight of the Tinkerer storyline. The narrative relies on the 2018 game’s foundation.

Is Miles Morales LGBTQ?

What is Miles Morales’ sexuality in the game?

The game does not explicitly define Miles Morales’ sexuality. He has a romantic interest in Phin Mason (the Tinkerer), who is female (Marvel’s Spider-Man Wiki (community wiki)). There are no scenes or dialogue indicating same-sex attraction within the 2020 game.

How does the game handle romance?

The romance between Miles and Phin is a central emotional thread – Phin is a childhood friend turned antagonist. The story treats their relationship as platonic with a strong bond, rather than explicitly romantic. Fan speculation about Miles being LGBTQ largely comes from the Spider-Verse films (where he develops feelings for Gwen Stacy) and from fan communities, not from the game itself.

The trade-off: Insomniac Games has not confirmed any LGBT identity for Miles, so any claims remain speculation. Players looking for diverse representation should note that other characters in the series (such as Phin’s aunt) are more explicitly depicted.

Why is Miles Morales’ story so short?

Was it designed as a smaller experience?

Yes. Insomniac Games conceived Miles Morales as a standalone expansion / spin-off rather than a full-fledged sequel (Wikipedia (community-curated database)). Development focused on delivering a tight narrative that introduces Miles as a playable character, leveraging the PS5’s hardware for faster load times and ray-tracing, but with a smaller scope, budget, and team than the mainline titles.

How does its length compare to other installments?

The 7–8 hour main story is about 60% shorter than the 2018 Marvel’s Spider-Man (20 hours) and about half of Spider-Man 2 (15 hours). The game’s length aligns with its status as a launch title – it needed to be polished for release alongside the PS5, and a shorter runtime ensured quality over quantity.

Why this matters: For players expecting a full-priced epic, the short length can disappoint. But for those who value a focused, emotionally resonant story without filler, Miles Morales delivers exactly that. The $49.99 price tag (vs. $70 for Spider-Man 2) reflects the scope difference.

Is Spider-Verse 3 the last one?

What is the future of the Spider-Verse movies?

Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse is the announced third and final film in the original trilogy (Wikipedia (community-curated database)). Originally scheduled for March 2024, production delays – partly related to the Hollywood strikes and creative rewrites – have pushed the release indefinitely.

When will Spider-Verse 3 release?

As of early 2025, no official release date has been confirmed. Sony Pictures has not provided a new window. The delay has fueled speculation about potential spin-offs or expansions, but the studio insists Beyond will conclude Miles’ arc in the animated universe.

The pattern: Knowing what is confirmed versus unclear helps set expectations for players and fans.

“Experience the rise of Miles Morales as the new hero masters incredible, explosive new powers to become his own Spider-Man on PS5.”

— PlayStation (Sony’s official storefront)

“Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales is a 2020 action-adventure game developed by Insomniac Games and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment.”

— Wikipedia (community-curated database)

For players deciding which Spider-Man game to start with, the implication is clear: begin with the 2018 classic, then play Miles Morales, then jump into Spider-Man 2. Anything else means missing the narrative threads that make these games more than just web-swinging simulators. For Spider-Verse fans waiting on Beyond, the Insomniac games offer a complete Miles story that’s available now.

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