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In the gaming world, attention to detail is paramount. Gamers and developers alike understand the importance of accurate representation, especially when it comes to cultural symbols. However, even the giants of the industry can sometimes overlook details, as seen recently with the release of Marvel's Spider-Man 2.
Marvel's Spider-Man 2, the latest installment of the wildly popular superhero franchise for the PlayStation 5, made an unexpected blunder in its depiction of co-protagonist Miles Morales' heritage. The game, developed by Insomniac Games, presents Miles Morales, a character who has gained massive popularity in recent years as one of the few mainstream Latino superheroes. Morales is of Puerto Rican descent, a significant detail that plays a role in his character development and backstory.
Insomniac says they're fixing the flag in Miles Morales' apartment in #SpiderMan2
They accidentally put Cuba's flag instead of Puerto Rico's pic.twitter.com/LoQwBleb7h
— Culture Crave 🍿 (@CultureCrave) October 22, 2023
However, fans were quick to spot an error in the game related to this heritage. Instead of showcasing the Puerto Rican flag in the Morales home, the developers mistakenly displayed the Cuban flag, another proud Caribbean symbol, but one that holds a distinctly different cultural significance.
Interestingly, the Puerto Rican flag is correctly featured in other parts of the game, such as multiple spider suit designs, as well as some Puerto Rican traditions and dishes, according to IGN, a website that reviews video games. This only further highlights the oversight in the Morales home depiction and underscores the importance of consistency in game design and storytelling.
Social media was soon abuzz with fans pointing out the mistake, expressing their disappointment over the oversight, especially given the rarity of Latino representation in mainstream video games. This controversy, while centered on a seemingly small detail, underscores the importance of authenticity in media representation.
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Fix is coming for that
— James Stevenson (@JamesStevenson) October 20, 2023
The developer, Insomniac Games, was quick to address the situation. James Stevenson, the director of community and marketing at Insomniac Games, assured fans that they recognized the error and were actively working on a fix. He expressed gratitude to the community for bringing the mistake to their attention and reiterated the company's commitment to accurate and respectful representation.
