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Cheats & Secrets

Introduction



Marvel's Spider-Man (2018 / Remastered) does not contain conventional cheat codes (e.g., invincibility, infinite ammo, level skips) in the style of older games. Insomniac Games focused on a polished, narrative-driven experience. However, the game is rich with hidden content, Easter eggs, unlockable suits, and developer-intended secrets. This guide covers every known secret, from suits you can unlock through in-game tokens (not codes) to Easter eggs referencing Marvel lore, other Insomniac games, and pop culture. If you're looking for secret areas, suit unlocks, or fun discoveries, this is your complete resource.

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Official Unlock Codes & Suit Cheats



There are no traditional cheat codes or button combinations to unlock abilities, money, or suits. All suits are earned through story progression and collecting:
  • Base Tokens (from story missions, side quests, crimes)

  • Landmark Tokens (scanning landmarks)

  • Research Tokens (doing research stations)

  • Backpack Tokens (collecting backpacks)

  • Challenge Tokens (completing Taskmaster challenges)


    • Each suit costs a specific number of tokens; no hidden code can bypass this.

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    Secret Commands and Developer Cheats



  • No debug console exists on PlayStation 4/5 or PC (Remastered).

  • On PC, you can access the game’s configuration files (folder: `[Steam]/config/`), but these only adjust graphics settings—not gameplay cheats.

  • Photo Mode is the only “cheat-like” feature: pausing real-time action to frame shots.


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    Hidden Features



    Suit Powers & Triggered Abilities


    While not hidden, some suit powers are only available after unlocking the associated suit:
  • Web Blossom (Anti-Ock Suit) – Unlocked in story.

  • Quips – Dozens of one-liners triggered randomly in combat.


    • Fast Travel Unlock


    After completing a certain number of crimes in a district, you unlock fast travel; it's not a cheat but a gradual unlock.

    New Game+ (Ultimate Difficulty)


    Finish the main story once to unlock New Game+, which lets you replay with all suits, gadgets, and upgrades from the start.

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    Easter Eggs (Developer-Intended Secrets)



    Marvel's Spider-Man is packed with Easter eggs referencing Marvel comics, movies, other Insomniac games, and real-life pop culture. Here are the most notable:

    1. Uncle Ben's Grave


  • Location: Greenwood Cemetery (southwest part of the map, near the river).

  • Description: A gravestone reads: “Benjamin Parker – The world is better because you were in it.” Interacting triggers a short scene. Peter says a few words. A must-see for lore fans.


    • 2. The "Spider-Man 3" Dance Scene


  • Location: In front of the NYPD station on the Upper West Side.

  • How to trigger: Wear any black suit (e.g., Noir, Classic Black Suit, or Anti-Ock) and stand near the police station entrance. Peter will occasionally perform a few dance moves mimicking the infamous emo Peter Parker dance from Spider-Man 3.


    • 3. Howard the Duck Cameo


  • Location: A billboard on top of the F.E.A.S.T. building (Greenwich) during the “Where’s Howard?” side mission.

  • Description: A duck wearing a mask – a nod to Howard the Duck.


    • 4. Insomniac's Ratchet & Clank References


  • Location: In secret rooms behind locked doors in the underground hideouts.

  • One room near the Fisk Hideout contains a tiny spaceship model of the Aphelion from Ratchet & Clank.

  • Another room in a subway tunnel has a plush toy of “Phoenix” (a character from Sunset Overdrive, also by Insomniac).


    • 5. The Wow! Signal (Secret Radio Broadcast)


  • Location: On the roof of the OsCorp building (Midtown).

  • How to trigger: Use the cell phone scanner and tune to a specific frequency (88.00 MHz or similar – player-identified). You hear a faint signal that spikes – a reference to the 1977 Wow! signal.


    • 6. Spider-Man Noir’s Monologue


  • Location: Inside the “Darkforce” dimension during the Otto Octavius boss fight (Spider-Man Noir suit equipped).

  • Description: If you wear the Noir suit during the final boss, Peter narrates in film-noir style.


    • 7. The “Avengers Tower” Easter Egg


  • Location: Avengers Tower (corner of 42nd & Madison).

  • Description: On the rooftop you can find a tiny model of the Quinjet. There’s also a sign reading “Stark Industries” and a security robot that looks like Iron Man’s helmet.


    • 8. J. Jonah Jameson Podcasts


  • While swinging, listen to all of Jameson’s rants. Some contain secret references to other Marvel heroes (e.g., “a man in a metal suit”, “a big green guy”).


    • 9. The “Daily Bugle” Headlines


  • Throughout the city, newspaper boxes show headlines that change based on your progress. One headline reads: “Spider-Men? Web-Slinger Not Alone?” – hinting at Miles Morales.


    • 10. 1960s Spider-Man Theme Song


  • Location: In the F.E.A.S.T. center (after “Where’s Howard?”), pick up a guitar and Peter plays a few notes from the classic 1967 theme.


    • 11. “To the Bone” Movie Reference


  • In a subway station, a poster shows a documentary titled “To the Bone” – referencing the 2017 film starring Lily Collins.


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    Exploit-Safe Secrets (Legitimate Hidden Content)



    1. The Secret Photo Op


  • Requirement: Complete all Landmark scans.

  • Reward: A hidden trophy “My Community” and a special photo filter.


    • 2. Secret Lab in the Underground (The Heist DLC)


  • Location: In the The Heist DLC, after escaping Black Cat’s museum, there’s a hidden room behind a false wall in the sewers containing schematics for the Spider-Trainer gadget (not usable, but a fun find).


    • 3. Miles Morales’s Room (Post-Game)


  • After completing the main story, visit Miles’s apartment in Harlem. Inside his bedroom, you can find a drawing of Spider-Man with the words “Peter Rules!” – a heartwarming detail.


    • 4. The “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” Suit


  • Unlock: Collect 5 Stamp Tokens (from the Turf Wars DLC) – the suit replicates the animation style from the movie.

  • Secret: Wearing this suit in cutscenes changes the visual style subtly (not official, but many players report a fun effect).


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    Developer-Intended Hidden Content



    1. The “Marvel’s Avengers” Teaser


  • Location: Rooftop of the Empire State Building – a hologram of the Avengers logo.

  • Timing: Only appears after reaching 100% story completion.


    • 2. The “Spider-Ham” Suit (DLC)


  • Availability: Part of the Silver Lining DLC – unlock via challenges.

  • Hidden interaction: While wearing the suit, dialogue with civilians sometimes includes remarks about a “talking pig”.


    • 3. Secret Achievement: “You Can’t Escape”


  • Requirement: Complete all 100% of the game’s districts, including collectibles.

  • Reward: A special suit modification “Ultimate Power” (not hidden in menus, but only available after full completion).


    • 4. The “Parker’s Apartment” Changes


  • After finishing all story missions, return to Peter’s apartment. The living room now has a framed photo of him and Aunt May from the ending – a subtle but emotional Easter egg.


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    Notes on DLC & Update Cheats



  • DLC Suits are unlocked via challenges in the The Heist, Turf Wars, and Silver Lining packs. No codes exist.

  • Updates added Photo Mode filters and the ability to change time of day – not cheats, but optional settings.


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Conclusion



While Marvel’s Spider-Man lacks classic cheat codes, its world is full of secrets waiting to be discovered. From emotional nods to Uncle Ben to hilarious fourth-wall break dance moves, these Easter eggs and hidden features reward exploration. For players on PC, custom mods can alter gameplay (e.g., infinite jump, slow motion) but those are unofficial and not sanctioned by Insomniac. This guide covers all officially intended secrets – if you want to feel like a true web-slinger, seek them all out.