Highlights

  • Switch players who are disappointed about not being able to play the Insomniac Games Spider-Man titles can enjoy similar gameplay and vibes in other games available on the platform.
  • Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury offers dynamic traversal and an extension of the base game, providing a fun experience for players who love Spider-Man games.
  • Unravel Two, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Celeste, Ori, and The Blind Forest, BioShock Infinite, and Hades are other games that offer engaging gameplay mechanics and are recommended for fans of the Spider-Man franchise.

The Spider-Man franchise has seen its fair share of games, although not all have been the greatest titles around. This changed when Insomniac Games took over the series and released one of the greatest Spider-Man games of all time. The excellent narrative and pulse-pounding gameplay were a source of absolute joy, and it's easy to see why many gamers are now on the hunt for similar experiences.

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With Spider-Man being a fairly popular IP, it's obvious that some Switch players would be peeved at the idea of not being able to check out this amazing game for themselves. Thankfully, the Switch library is pretty massive in its own right, and people who love Spider-Man games will have a ton of fun with the following titles that have the same kind of gameplay and vibe.

Updated on November 6, 2023, by Ritwik Mitra: Spider-Man is one of the biggest IPs of all time, featuring many movies, TV shows, and video games that place the web crawler front and center. With the work of Insomniac Games on this title being as lauded as ever, it's easy to see why players without a PlayStation are sorely missing the brilliance of this title on other platforms. Switch owners who love the webhead can try out some other games to have fun on the Switch with a similar level of gameplay.

15 Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury

An Extension Of The Base Game With Dynamic, Engaging Traversal

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Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury

Platform(s)
Switch
Released
February 12, 2021
Developer(s)
Nintendo EPD
Genre(s)
Platformer

Bowser's Fury is a natural evolution of the Mario games, featuring a great interconnected world where players can head to any level they want. The original levels in the game are also pretty fun to explore in their own right, even if the traversal may not be nearly as open-ended.

Players can use a wealth of powers in Bowser's Fury to approach certain challenges, and it's always harrowing to escape Bowser when he loses his marbles. The challenges in this title are pretty engaging, with Mario's movement feeling as natural and exciting as ever.

14 Unravel Two

Controlling A Sentient Clump Of Yarn In Puzzles That Involve Swinging

yarni in Unravel Two
Unravel Two

Platform(s)
PC , Switch , PS4 , Xbox One
Released
June 9, 2018
Developer(s)
Coldwood Interactive
Genre(s)
Puzzle , Platformer

To this day, the charming reveal of the first Unravel game serves as a great example of what passionate indie developers can achieve. Fans were glad to see that this charming title received a sequel that is fully compatible with co-op play too.

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Players control two sentient creatures made of yarn who have to tackle many platforming challenges using their yarn. This includes a bit of swinging as well, which can certainly resonate with players who love Spider-Man's swinging abilities.

13 The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom

Exploring A World That Is Full To The Brim With Goodies And Secrets

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The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

Platform(s)
Switch
Released
May 12, 2023
Developer(s)
Nintendo
Genre(s)
Adventure

The release of Tears of the Kingdom marked a lengthy 6-year wait that had left fans salivating for a new Zelda game after Breath of the Wild blew their minds. Some people felt that Nintendo wouldn't really innovate on this winning formula, especially with the same map being used for this new experience, but it was clear that a developer like Nintendo would rather let this game get canceled than not bring anything new to the table like they always do for their first-party titles.

The new abilities present in Tears of the Kingdom are truly game-changing, with Ultrahand being especially impressive and showing just how creative players could get with a new mechanic that allowed them to make structures with pretty much anything in the game world! Just like its predecessor, Tears of the Kingdom has taken the world by storm, with players getting lost in the massive world of this game as they continue to create structures that are either astounding, hilarious, or a combination of both!

12 Celeste

A Platformer With Amazing Movement Mechanics

Madeline swimming in the water in Celeste
Celeste

Platform(s)
PS4 , Xbox One , Switch , PC , Stadia
Released
January 25, 2018
Developer(s)
Extremely OK Games
Genre(s)
Platformer

The rise of indie gaming has allowed for several innovative titles to crop up that can wow the masses with their ingenious game design and thought-provoking stories. No game personifies this more than Celeste, a brilliant title that expertly explores themes of mental health while allowing players to conquer a tough platforming game where a single misstep can have dire consequences.

Players need to have pinpoint precision with their movement while navigating the game's many stages, something that fans of the Spider-Man games will be quite familiar with. It takes a while to come to grips with the level of skill Celeste demands from the player, but fans who get into the groove of this game will love what this beloved indie gem brings to the table!

11 Ori And The Blind Forest

A Metroidvania Where Moving Quickly And Accurately Is A Huge Part Of The Gameplay

Kuro in Ori and the Blind Forest
Ori and The Blind Forest

Platform(s)
Xbox One , Switch , PC
Released
March 11, 2015
Developer(s)
Moon Studios
Genre(s)
Platformer , Adventure

Ori and the Blind Forest is a beautiful indie title with one of the most heartbreaking opening segments in gaming history. The title does a great job of setting an emotional tone for the story without using any spoken dialogue, which is a massive achievement in and of itself. The movement mechanics in this game are truly stellar, with the combat being simple and brief enough to give a momentary respite from the platforming while shaking things up a bit.

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Some people may recommend Ori and the Will of the Wisps instead, but this title prioritizes combat a lot more than tight platforming challenges. Just like the Spider-Man games, the movement mechanics itself are almost always more engaging than battling goons, which is why Ori and the Blind Forest is the perfect game for fans of the webhead.

10 BioShock Infinite

Fun Combat With Sky-Lines Making Outdoor Combat Sections More Mobile

Bioshock Infinite
Bioshock Infinite

Platform(s)
PlayStation 3 , Xbox 360 , Microsoft Windows , macOS , Linux
Released
March 26, 2013
Developer(s)
Irrational Games , 2K , Aspyr
Genre(s)
Action

After the release of the first two BioShock titles, most people were surprised to see the vast open city of Columbia as the next destination for the series. It seemed like a massive departure from the claustrophobic halls of Rapture, which worried some fans when this game was announced. Thankfully, BioShock Infinite managed to prove everyone wrong, with it being absolutely incredible and laden with an oppressive atmosphere that clashed brilliantly with the seemingly free setting of Columbia.

The game made the most of these open areas in combat by integrating the regular shooting action with the Sky-Line that players can traverse using their Sky Hook. This lets players zoom around the arena and target enemies in different locations, which definitely feels quite a lot like the swinging and battling in Marvel's Spider-Man.

9 Hades

Combat Is Quick, Frenetic, And Punishes Mistakes

Hades combat.
Hades

Platform(s)
PS4 , PS5 , Xbox One , Xbox Series X , Xbox Series S , Switch , PC
Released
September 17, 2020
Developer(s)
Supergiant Games
Genre(s)
Action RPG

Hades is a game that used the structure of roguelites to craft a unique story that could only be told as a video game. It's a principle that Supergiant Games has attached to all of its games, with Hades' incredible combat system helping it stand out from the rest of its titles and being its most popular release by a country mile.

In fact, the fast-paced combat of this game is similar to Marvel's Spider-Man in more ways than people might think. Players need to time their dodges and blocks with utmost precision, with successive hits leading to the player absorbing a ton of damage that can be quite detrimental indeed. Along with this, players also need to be on the move constantly, with this combination of fast-paced moves and excellent combat contributing to a wonderful experience in both titles.

8 Super Mario Odyssey

A Satisfying Set Of Moves That Make Mario's Platforming Fast And Engaging

Mario meeting Cappy in Super Mario Odyssey
Super Mario Odyssey

Platform(s)
Switch
Released
October 27, 2017
Developer(s)
Nintendo
Genre(s)
Platformer

Movement is a huge part of why the 3D Mario games are such a blast to play through. This is why everyone fell in love with Super Mario Odyssey the very moment it was released.

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Mario has never flowed this smoothly through his games, with his options for movement increasing in New Donk City as well. Given that this city was inspired by New York, it's easy to see why this game feels a lot like Spider-Man in this instance.

7 Marvel's Guardians Of The Galaxy

Fun Superhero Adventure With Witty Dialogue

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Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy

Platform(s)
PC , PS4 , PS5 , Switch , Xbox One , Xbox Series X , Xbox Series S
Released
October 26, 2021
Developer(s)
Eidos Montreal
Genre(s)
Action-Adventure

After the disappointment that was Marvel's Avengers, most people didn't have high hopes for the next Marvel title that Square Enix would develop. So, it was great to see that Guardians of the Galaxy delivered on its promise with a truly brilliant title.

The constant banter might get annoying after a point, but Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is still a great title regardless. The setting and gameplay might be wildly different, but its superhero origins make Guardians of the Galaxy seem pretty similar to Spider-Man in many ways.

6 Assassin's Creed Odyssey

A Mix Of Assassin's Creed Parkour And RPG Mechanics

Diving Stealth Attack From Assassin's Creed Odyssey
Assassin's Creed Odyssey

Platform(s)
PS4 , Xbox One , Switch , PC , Stadia
Released
October 15, 2018
Developer(s)
Ubisoft Quebec
Genre(s)
Action RPG , Open-World

The Assassin's Creed games prioritize free movement and quick parkour. This is an enduring pillar of the series' gameplay, and it's easy to see why Assassin's Creed Odyssey's free-roaming feels like Spider-Man's building-scaling movement in many ways.

It helps that the story is pretty great as well, with the exploration of a Greek setting sitting well with many fans. The new changes to the gameplay were pretty contentious, but many people would agree that Odyssey was a step in the right direction.

5 Attack On Titan 2

The Three-Dimensional Maneuver Gear Lets Players Swing Around Like Spider-Man

Mikasa and Reiner from the Attack on Titan 2 Video Game
Attack on Titan 2: Final Battle

Platform(s)
Xbox One , PS4 , PC , Switch
Released
February 16, 2018
Developer(s)
Omega Force
Genre(s)
Action

The Attack on Titan games have felt a bit simple, but they still do a great job of translating the act of Titan-killing into a video game. Attack on Titan 2 is undoubtedly the better experience that makes the first game completely moot.

Attack on Titan 2 won't break any new ground, but moving around with the Three-Dimensional Maneuver Gear is a blast in-game. Killing Titans never ceases to be entertaining, with the Abnormals serving as a decent challenge too.

4 LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2

Control Numerous Superheroes And Use Their Powers, Including Spider-Man

Marvel Super Heroes 2 Guardians Of The Galaxy

The LEGO games have done a great job of translating their respective settings into this nostalgic format. These games have been excellent in many ways, and LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2 is no exception.

The charm of LEGO stories coupled with the many recognizable faces in this series makes this game a masterpiece in many ways. It helps that the gameplay is also pretty great and players can choose from many superheroes in the game.

3 Saints Row 4

Use Superpowers To Make Traversal Way More Fun And Action-Packed Than Ever Before

Saints Row 4
Saints Row 4

Platform(s)
PS4 , PS3 , Xbox One , Xbox 360 , Switch , PC , Stadia
Released
August 20, 2013
Developer(s)
Volition
Genre(s)
Third-Person Shooter , Open-World

Saints Row 4 carried forward the boldness of the previous installment, allowing players to basically be a part of a major power fantasy as they decimate their enemies with ease. While Saints Row 3 was still relatively grounded when it came to the abilities of the protagonist, no restraint was shown in making the player feel as powerful as possible in Saints Row 4.

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Players could whip out actual superpowers that would decimate their opposition. From flying around the map to unleashing devastating attacks — all enemies feared the very idea of squaring up against the player, regardless of the numerical odds.

2 A Short Hike

A Short, Fun Game Where Players Fly And Climb Around To Scale A Mountain

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A Short Hike

Platform(s)
PC , PS4 , Switch , Xbox One
Released
April 5, 2019
Developer
Adam Robinson-Yu
Genre(s)
Adventure

A Short Hike is easily one of the most underrated games on the Switch. The title was made in a short span of time, yet its beautiful environments and engaging exploration make it seem otherwise!

It helps that the charming nature of the world and its characters make A Short Hike even more memorable. The title is pretty short — a fact that is stated in the title itself — but each minute spent in A Short Hike while players tinker around with the movement mechanics is way more immersive than most other high-budget games can boast.

1 Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3

Spider-Man Is One Of The Many Heroes Players Can Control

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Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3

Platform(s)
Switch
Released
July 19, 2019
Genre(s)
Action RPG
Developer(s)
Team Ninja

The Marvel Ultimate Alliance series has its fair share of engaging games that are a joy to play through. However, after the brilliant second entry, the franchise stopped churning out games for the longest time.

So, when Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 was finally announced, it was obvious that most fans would love the idea of teaming up with their favorite superheroes and saving the world once again. While the third game has its fair share of issues, people who manage to look past such problems will have a great time playing Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3.

Marvel's Spider-Man 2

Platform(s)
PS5
Released
October 20, 2023
Developer(s)
Insomniac Games
Genre(s)
Open-World , Action-Adventure