Marvel’s Spider-Man 3 May Already Be in Development, but There’s a Catch

Insomniac Games may have quietly begun work on Marvel’s Spider-Man 3, according to new clues that have sent fans into another frenzy. However, there is an important distinction between the latest evidence and an official announcement: Sony and Insomniac have not formally confirmed the game yet.

The latest discussion comes from an IMDb listing and earlier behind-the-scenes activity involving Ben Jordan, the face model for Peter Parker in Insomniac’s Spider-Man games. While the evidence has fueled speculation that the third mainline installment is moving forward, fans should treat the project as unannounced for now.

The Spider-Man 3 Rumors Are Heating Up

The possibility of a third Marvel’s Spider-Man game is hardly new. Insomniac’s infamous 2023 data breach previously revealed plans surrounding multiple Marvel projects, including a potential Spider-Man 3.

What has changed is the emergence of more recent clues suggesting that development activity may have started.

In April 2026, Peter Parker face model Ben Jordan reportedly shared—and quickly deleted—a behind-the-scenes Instagram post showing himself wearing motion-capture equipment. The image showed Jordan performing a pose resembling Spider-Man’s web-shooting stance, accompanied by the cryptic caption “IYKYK” and a spider emoji.

That was enough to send fans searching for answers.

What Does the IMDb Listing Actually Reveal?

The latest buzz centers around an IMDb page that has been interpreted by some outlets and social-media accounts as another indication that Marvel’s Spider-Man 3 is in development.

But there is a major caveat.

An IMDb listing by itself does not constitute confirmation from Sony Interactive Entertainment or Insomniac Games. IMDb can contain user-submitted or editorially aggregated information, meaning the presence of a project page should not automatically be treated as an official production announcement.

Interestingly, IMDb itself has also carried coverage discussing the uncertainty surrounding Spider-Man 3 and the rumors about its development.

So while the listing has reignited the conversation, it is better viewed as another piece of speculation rather than definitive proof.

Ben Jordan’s Motion-Capture Photo Is More Interesting

Among the recent clues, Jordan’s deleted post arguably attracted more attention because of his direct connection to the franchise.

Jordan has provided Peter Parker’s likeness for Insomniac’s Spider-Man games, making his appearance in a motion-capture environment particularly noteworthy.

The combination of the Spider-Man pose, the cryptic caption and the timing naturally led fans to believe that the session could be connected to the next game.

Several gaming outlets reached the same broad conclusion while emphasizing that Insomniac had not officially announced Marvel’s Spider-Man 3.

That distinction is important.

It could be Spider-Man 3. It could potentially relate to another project. Until Insomniac confirms the purpose of the capture session, there is still room for uncertainty.

Insomniac Has Other Marvel Games to Finish First

The biggest reason fans shouldn’t expect an immediate reveal is Insomniac’s current workload.

The studio is preparing Marvel’s Wolverine, which is scheduled to launch exclusively on PlayStation 5 on September 15, 2026. The game is another major project set within the same broader Marvel universe established by Insomniac’s Spider-Man games.

That means the studio has been balancing multiple large-scale Marvel projects, making it difficult to determine exactly how far Spider-Man 3 has progressed.

Previous reports and leaks have suggested that Insomniac has been planning several Marvel projects, but the studio has not publicly provided a complete roadmap for what comes after Wolverine.

What Could Spider-Man 3 Look Like?

If Spider-Man 3 is indeed entering production, there are plenty of story possibilities waiting after the events of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2.

Peter Parker stepped away from active crime-fighting at the end of the sequel, leaving Miles Morales to take on more responsibility as New York’s primary Spider-Man. Meanwhile, the introduction of Cindy Moon—who is connected to the superhero identity Silk—opened another potentially important storyline.

The game’s ending also left several major threads unresolved, including the fate of Norman Osborn and his increasingly desperate pursuit of a way to save his son, Harry.

That makes the eventual return of the series potentially much bigger than another simple Spider-Man sequel.

Green Goblin Could Be the Next Big Threat

One of the biggest unanswered questions following Spider-Man 2 is Norman Osborn.

The game’s closing moments heavily suggested that Norman is moving toward his transformation into the Green Goblin, potentially setting up one of the most important villains in the next chapter.

If Spider-Man 3 follows that direction, Insomniac could finally bring its version of one of Spider-Man’s most iconic enemies into the main storyline.

The possibility of a confrontation between Peter, Miles and Green Goblin has already become one of the most discussed theories among fans.

Don’t Expect a Release Date Yet

Even if development has started, that doesn’t necessarily mean Marvel’s Spider-Man 3 is close to release.

Modern AAA games can spend several years in production, particularly projects of the scale expected from Insomniac. The studio’s immediate focus remains Marvel’s Wolverine, while the next Spider-Man game could still be years away.

There have also been reports and speculation about other projects potentially appearing between Spider-Man 2 and a third mainline installment, which could further affect the timeline.

The Bottom Line

The evidence is becoming increasingly interesting, but Marvel’s Spider-Man 3 remains officially unannounced.

The IMDb activity has sparked fresh speculation, while Ben Jordan’s deleted motion-capture post provides another intriguing clue that something related to Peter Parker may be happening behind the scenes. Neither piece of evidence, however, should be treated as an official confirmation from Insomniac or Sony.

For now, fans can look forward to Marvel’s Wolverine while waiting for Insomniac’s next move.

But if these clues are pointing in the direction many fans believe they are, the next chapter of Insomniac’s Spider-Man universe may already be taking shape behind closed doors.