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Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 for PC has received its sixth major update, continuing the developers’ commitment to enhancing the game’s performance. Developed by Insomniac Games in collaboration with Nixxes Software, the PC port of this iconic superhero adventure has been tackling a range of bugs, glitches, and performance hiccups since its initial release. This latest patch, version 1.318.1.0, is now available for download on Steam and the Epic Games Store. 
What’s New in the Spider-Man 2 PC Update?
The sixth update focuses on stability, bug fixes, and performance optimizations, including fixes for frame generation issues, NVIDIA DLSS, and AMD FSR. With these updates, the game aims to deliver smoother gameplay and fewer frustrating glitches. 
Let’s dive into the key improvements and fixes introduced in this latest patch! 
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Patch Notes – March 20 Update
Here are the official patch notes for update 1.318.1.0:
- AMD FSR Fixes: Fixed a bug causing visual distortion when using AMD FSR Frame Generation with upscaling.
- NVIDIA DLSS Fixes: Resolved ghosting issues that caused parts of Spider-Man’s suit to become invisible when DLSS Frame Generation and upscaling were enabled.
- Mission Bug Fixes:
- Fixed a bug where Harry would appear twice during combat in the mission Anything Can Be Broken.
- Addressed a glitch that caused players to get stuck while crawling on pipes in the New Threads mission when playing at high frame rates.
- Resolved an issue that prevented players from receiving post-mission calls, which blocked story progress.
- Fixed a bug where Harry would appear twice during combat in the mission Anything Can Be Broken.
- Visual & Cutscene Improvements:
- Fixed dotted lines that appeared on the screen during cutscenes when using upscaling.
- Addressed audio desynchronization issues when users changed application focus while cutscenes were loading.
- Fixed dotted lines that appeared on the screen during cutscenes when using upscaling.
- Ground Strike Bug Fix: The ground will now properly appear shattered after performing a Ground Strike move.
- Raytracing & Intel XeSS Updates:
- Improved NVIDIA DLSS Ray Reconstruction, enhancing ray-traced ambient occlusion and shadows for better visuals.
- Updated Intel XeSS upscaling to version 2.0.1, fixing bright visual artifacts that occasionally appeared.
- Improved NVIDIA DLSS Ray Reconstruction, enhancing ray-traced ambient occlusion and shadows for better visuals.
- Stability Improvements: Various fixes have been added to reduce crashes and enhance overall game stability.
Fans React to Spider-Man 2’s Sixth Patch
With frequent patches, many players are starting to notice the developers’ dedication. Fans have shared their reactions on social media:
“6 patches in a month. I respect that.” – One user on Twitter “An example for other developers.” – Another fan praised the consistent updates
Spider-Man 2’s Rocky PC Launch & Road to Recovery
Although the PlayStation 5 version of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, released in October 2023, was met with critical acclaim, the PC port had a rocky start. Its launch in January faced backlash due to performance issues, with players complaining about frequent crashes, glitches, and lag. 
However, thanks to regular updates and continuous bug fixes, the PC version has climbed to a “Mostly Positive” rating on Steam, showing that the developers’ hard work is paying off. 
Previous Updates Recap
Just last week, Patch 5 improved performance in high-action sequences with Venom and Symbiotes and addressed raytracing issues, visual glitches, and shadow-related optimizations. The updates have steadily aimed to restore the polished experience players expect from Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. 
