The Amazing Spiderman 2 game set for release

MINNEAPOLIS, USA: Activision Publishing, Inc is set to release The Amazing Spider-Man 2, an all-new single-player, third-person action-adventure video game based on Marvel's Spider-Man character and inspired by the upcoming film of the same name.

Activision Publishing's Vice President and General Manager, Kurt Niederloh said: "We've worked closely with Marvel to create a new story for The Amazing Spider-Man 2 video game that stands on its own from the events of the movie," said "We're placing a strong spotlight on Peter Parker, the man behind the mask, and his infamous nemeses, including Electro, Kingpin and the Green Goblin, among others. The video game not only is based on the upcoming blockbuster movie but in addition, also offers its own unique, complete narrative."

In crafting the sequel to their 2012 title, The Amazing Spider-Man, Beenox focused on reinvigorating and refining the action-adventure foundation established by the original, beginning with the urban playground of New York City. The Amazing Spider-Man 2 emphasizes open-world freedom in its redesign of Manhattan, remade with new visuals, architecture, challenges and surprises to discover.

In addition, Activision, Sony Pictures and Sony Computer Entertainment of America have teamed up to release The Amazing Spider-Man 2 PlayStation 3 bundle.

The Amazing Spider-Man 2 is available in North America on the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system and via download on Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft