While there has been no official announcement from Sony or Insomniac Games, a recent social media post has sparked speculation among gamers that Spider-Man 3 could finally be coming to PlayStation.
On Monday, Ben Jordan, the face model for Peter Parker in Insomniac’s Spider-Man series, shared what appears to be a behind-the-scenes photo. In the image, he is wearing motion capture gear, with his hands positioned in a web-shooting gesture. The caption simply read, “IYKYK” (If You Know, You Know), accompanied by a spider emoji.
Insomniac Games’s Spider-Man 3 may have been hinted at by Ben Jordan, who posted a motion-capture photo with the caption “IYKYK 🕷️” 👀 pic.twitter.com/Rj4N4zms64
— EarlyGame (@earlygamegg) April 16, 2026
The post was quickly deleted. However, as is often the case online, once something is shared, it rarely disappears entirely.
What This Could Mean
So far, Jordan’s only acting credits are tied to the Spider-Man games, and for many players he has effectively become the face of Peter Parker. The new image has led some to speculate that Spider-Man 3 may already be in early development for PlayStation—and could even be positioned as a flagship title for a future console launch.
Miles Morales in Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 (2023), Insomniac Games
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Historically, Sony has operated on roughly a seven-year hardware cycle, with the PlayStation 5 releasing in 2020. By that timeline, the idea of a new PlayStation arriving alongside a Spider-Man 3 isn’t far-fetched. That said, without any official word from Sony about a PlayStation 6, that connection remains purely speculative.
Others have pointed out that Insomniac Games is currently developing a Wolverine title, which could open the door for some form of crossover. However, with that game reportedly targeting a near-term release. The timing makes fresh motion capture work less likely at this stage. A Spider-Man appearance isn’t out of the question—but if Peter Parker were involved, it would likely have been recorded much earlier in development.
Taken as a whole, the uncertainty around current projects feeds into a broader conversation about the series’ recent direction and how it has been received.
Franchise Direction and Debate
Spider-Man 2 debuted on the PlayStation 5 in 2023. While the game was generally well received, some critics pointed to tonal shifts and character changes they felt aligned with progressive ideology. Others pointed to a greater emphasis on Miles Morales over Peter Parker. Some of these critiques have been linked to Insomniac Games’ collaboration with Sweet Baby Inc., a self-described “narrative and inclusivity consultancy.”
Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales (2020), Insomniac Games
Insomniac’s narrative director Ben Arfmann and advanced writer Brittney Morris later indicated that Miles Morales would serve as the series’ primary Spider-Man going forward. If Spider-Man 3 is indeed in development at PlayStation with Ben Jordan involved, the image he shared could suggest a shift in that direction—or at least leave room for a larger role for Peter Parker.
What Comes Next
Spider-Man 3 would be one of the more highly anticipated PlayStation games. For now, though, the conversation is being driven more by interpretation than confirmation. A single deleted post—brief as it was—has been enough to reignite debates about the franchise’s future, from potential release timing to the direction of its characters.
A screenshot of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 (2023), Insomniac Games
That response highlights just how closely fans are watching for clues, and how quickly speculation can fill the gaps left by official silence. Until Sony or Insomniac offers concrete details, the image remains just that: a fragment of context, open to multiple readings, and a reminder of how modern game narratives often begin long before any formal reveal.
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“The new image has led some to speculate that Spider-Man 3 may already be in early development for PlayStation—and could even be positioned as a flagship title for a future console launch.”
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