The webhead swings through just high enough to create a plausible experience.
The gameplay is straightforward; you can swing from building to building, pummel baddies with numerous punch, kick, and air attack combos, and utilize Spider-Man's webbing to subdue foes, dish out attacks, or zip up to the ceiling. There are various puzzles to solve throughout the game that sometimes actually require a little bit of thinking. The story is original and moderately engaging, and it's told through the linear gameplay that is short but oh so sweet. Some of the boss battles, for example, are pretty fun. I never get tired of letting Rhino charge at me and then jump out of the way at the last second to let him run into an electric generator.
The graphics are somewhat mediocre even when you consider that this game came out in 2001. The characters' mouths don't move, and the rest of their faces don't have much detail on them. The character models have a boxy appearance and the textures of clothing, walls, and other objects look somewhat painted on. The sound effects and voice acting is decent, although they could've been quite a bit better.
Even if you're not a fan of superhero games, I'd recommend giving this game a try. Spider-Man is the kind of game that you either love or you hate, but I personally loved it, and it's definitely worth replaying.
Score: 7.0
Grade: B
Preference: Moderate