Spider-Man: Miles Morales is a title by Insomniac Games and it is a follow-up to the positively received Spider-Man game of 2018. This game serves more as an expansion rather than a full sequel but that doesn’t mean it does not provide a whole new universe on its own.

Despite being smaller in scale and length, Spider-Man: Miles Morales still serves up quite a few great locations casual gamers will not immediately notice. These locations are either hidden, unmarked, or found only on side missions, but they are still relevant to the mythology of Spider-Man as a whole.

Stan Lee’s Statue

Stan Lee, Stan the Man himself, is the legendary comic book writer behind Spider-Man and many other superheroes we now know and love. Stan Lee recently passed away in 2018. Prior to his passing, Stan Lee has always made cameos on films, TV shows, and games featuring the characters he made.

Stan Lee does not make an appearance in this game per se, but there is a statue somewhere in this game that’s made as a tribute to him. You can find Stan Lee’s statue on the Upper West Side right beside Mick’s Diner.

Sanctum Sanctorum

Sanctum Sanctorum, otherwise known as the home of the master of mystic arts, is a place that’s found in this game—as well as the previous Spider-Man game in 2018. It only makes sense that this place is found in the game since Doctor Strange is one of the many superheroes that reside in New York.

This iconic Marvel landmark can be found in Greenwich. Whether or not Doctor Strange is home is unknown. It would have been great to have an encounter with him, though. Perhaps at a later installment.

The Cemetery

Superheroes have the unfortunate tendency of having the people close to them either get killed or become villains. Both Peter Parker and Miles Morales have lost quite a few family members along the way.

You can honor the dead by going to the cemetery in Harlem. There, you can find the resting places of May Parker and Ben Parker right beside one another. You can also find Jefferson Davis’ grave, Miles’ father who passed away during the events of the previous game.

Wakandan Embassy

The Black Panther character has become a major figure in the world of comic books. Not only has the character risen in popularity immensely over the past years, but his significance in pop culture has become more evident concurrently.

There are references to the Black Panther character in this game. There is also a very heartfelt and concise tribute to Chadwick Boseman, the man who brought Black Panther to life on the big screen, who unfortunately passed away. You can also find the Wakandan Embassy in Midtown.

Vanessa’s Vault

Wilson Fisk is one of the most recognizable and popular Marvel villains of all time. Although he is not the most mystical, out-of-this-world powerful, he is one of the most influential and toughest enemies a superhero will ever have the misfortune of facing.

One of the characters that humanize Wilson Fisk is the love of his life, and often partner in crime Vanessa. During the Underground Undercover mission, you can stumble upon a massive vault that once belonged to Wilson Fisk. Clearly visible inside this vault is a massive portrait of Vanessa.

A World-Famous Christmas Tree

Christmas is a wonderful time, isn’t it? Christmas in New York, in particular, is very magical. The Christmas season turns the entire city into a concrete, icy wonderland filled with gleaming colors, snow, and eye-popping Christmas decors that make the city more alive than it already is.

This is certainly visible in this game. If you’re a New Yorker or live in New York, then you know of the amazing Christmas tree located in Rockefeller Center. Head to this iconic landmark in this game, located in Midtown, and you’ll see the world-famous Rockefeller Christmas tree in winter.

Murals

Spider-Man: Miles Morales is not only an amazing game for its great story and incredible gameplay, but it is also lauded for its cultural significance. This is the first game that puts Miles Morales at the forefront, a character that may be new but has already gathered millions of fans around the world.

The game is also aware of societal upheaval, and that is why a Black Lives Matter mural is found here. To see the mural for yourself in-game, you’ll have to complete all App activities and crimes, gain the Uptown Pride Suit, and you’ll be led to a cutscene showing the mural right behind you.

Where Jefferson Davis Fell

Jefferson Davis, the father of Miles Morales, was a competent and honorable police officer. He, unfortunately, met his untimely demise during the events of the previous game, when the Inner Demons bombed the City Hall where he was receiving his award for bravery presented by Mayor Norman Osborn.

If you go to the same place in Spider-Man: Miles Morales, you will find a memorial and tribute to Jefferson Davis, along with many others who also fell during the said event.

Atop The Empire State Building

Many people cannot talk about New York without thinking about the Empire State Building. It may be not the tallest structure in New York anymore, but it most certainly is one of the most popular. This towering architecture can be seen almost anywhere in New York City due to its tremendous height. Tourists often don’t miss this place when they visit New York City, you will be able to visit it too while playing Spider-Man: Miles Morales.

One of the main reasons why people visit the Empire State Building is to visit the observation deck. You can personally go there yourself, except you won’t have to pay for the ride up anymore.

The Past

Miles Morales has had a very emotional journey. It’s almost as if all superheroes must undergo some kind of personal loss, tragedy, and self-healing before they finally become a bona fide superhero.

After you complete the main campaign, visit your home for a well-deserved sleep. You will then wake up to a birthday card written by Miles’ mother, which will lead you to a hunt to find several postcards left around the city. If you find all of them, you will then be led to a memory from Miles’ past. Miles playing hoops with his father, with his mother, his uncle, and Phin watching them. It’s a very heartfelt memory and is integral to Miles’ characterization.

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