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IRL2025 Video Game Madness - West Regional Final (Excellent Eight): 1 Elden Ring vs. 7 Marvel's Spider-Man 2
2025 Video Game Madness - West Regional Final (Excellent Eight)
1 Elden Ring
JPN 
Region: West
Developer: FromSoftware
Released: 2022
Platforms: PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series S/X, PlayStation 5
Genre: Action, RPG
7 Marvel's Spider-Man 2
USA 
Region: West
Developer: Insomniac Games, Nixxes software
Released: 2023
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5
Genre: Action, Adventure
West Region Final: 7 Marvel's Spider-Man 2 wins West Region Championship
In a battle of titans, 7 Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 triumphed over 1 Elden Ring in the West Regional Final, clinching a thrilling 4-2 overtime victory to advance to the Four Finalists round. It was a matchup of two gaming giants—one an open-world superhero epic, the other a genre-defining RPG—but in the end, the web-slinger swung past the fantasy juggernaut in a match for the ages. With this result, the final remaining 1-seed in the tournament has fallen, leaving the championship race wide open.
1 Elden Ring, developed by FromSoftware, entered as the tournament favorite, backed by its revolutionary open-world design, deep lore, and brutally satisfying combat. The 2022 Game of the Year had dominated every opponent in its path with its sprawling world and unparalleled player freedom, making it seem nearly invincible heading into this matchup.
But 7 Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, from Insomniac Games, proved it was up for the challenge. With its fluid traversal, exhilarating combat, and a gripping story that built on the legacy of its predecessor, the game captured the hearts of players and surged through the bracket. The dynamic between Peter Parker and Miles Morales, combined with jaw-dropping action sequences, gave it an emotional weight that resonated deeply.
The match itself was an instant classic. Elden Ring took an early lead, showcasing its devoted following and critical acclaim, but Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 fought back, delivering highlight-reel moments to tie it up. As regulation ended at 2-2, the game headed into overtime, where the momentum swung decisively in favor of the web-slinger. With two decisive victories in the extra period, 7 Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 sealed the 4-2 victory and punched its ticket to the next stage.
For 1 Elden Ring, the loss is a shocking upset that ends its dominant run in the tournament. Meanwhile, 7 Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 now moves on to the Four Finalists round, where it will look to continue its incredible journey toward the championship.
Final Score: 4-2 in favor of 7 Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 (OT)
