Spider-Man Actor Teases New Project, Sparking Sequel Speculation
Ben Jordan, the facial motion capture artist for Peter Parker in Insomniac Games' Spider-Man titles, has ignited excitement and concern among fans with a recent social media post. On his Instagram, Jordan shared a photo of himself in motion capture gear, striking Spider-Man's classic web shooter pose, accompanied by a cryptic "If you know, you know" comment and a spider emoji. The post was quickly deleted, fueling speculation that he is working on a new Spider-Man-related project, likely the highly anticipated Spider-Man 3.
Evidence Points to Spider-Man 3 Development
Jordan's involvement is significant because his only credits are on Insomniac's Spider-Man games, where he provided facial motion capture for the 2022 remaster of the first game and Spider-Man 2. This makes it highly probable that his tease relates to a sequel. The timing aligns with Insomniac's leaked release schedule from a 2023 hacking incident, which listed Wolverine for autumn 2026 and Spider-Man 3 for autumn 2028. While plans may have shifted, the tease suggests development is underway.
Some fans speculate that Jordan could be working on a different project, such as a Venom spin-off mentioned in the leaks, but that was slated for 2025 and may have been cancelled or delayed. Alternatively, Spider-Man could appear in an X-Men game, but that is not expected until around 2030. The most logical conclusion is that Spider-Man 3 is in early production, following the success of Spider-Man 2, which ended with clear sequel hooks.
PlayStation 6 Exclusive Fears Emerge
The bigger question on fans' minds is whether Spider-Man 3 will be a PlayStation 6 exclusive. The PlayStation 6 is rumored to launch in 2027, and a major title like Spider-Man 3 could drive hardware sales. However, concerns about the console's potential high cost, especially after PlayStation 5 price increases, have led to worries that an exclusive release might limit the game's audience and sales.
On Reddit, fans expressed anxiety, with one stating, "Praying to whatever god there is that Sony delays the PlayStation 6 long enough for Spider-Man 3 to release on PlayStation 5 too. I can't buy another console just for Spider-Man." Others hope for a cross-gen release on both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 6 to ensure broader accessibility. Some even theorize that the PlayStation 6 might be delayed to 2029 or 2030, allowing Spider-Man 3 to launch on current hardware.
Industry Context and Future Implications
Insomniac Games is currently focused on finishing Wolverine for its September 2026 release, but this tease indicates that post-launch projects are in motion. The gaming community is closely watching for official announcements, as Spider-Man 3 would be a blockbuster title. The decision on its platform availability could significantly impact Sony's console strategy and consumer adoption of the PlayStation 6.
As fans await more details, the deleted social media post has been preserved on platforms like X and Reddit, keeping the conversation alive. Whether Spider-Man 3 arrives in 2028 or later, its development is a key point of interest in the gaming world, blending high expectations with practical concerns about next-generation hardware costs.
