Spider-Man is an immensely popular superhero, so it's no surprise that he's received countless interpretations across the entertainment spectrum. A particularly prolific part comes from the various tie-in games. Each title takes its own shot at bringing the webhead to life. Gameplay is obviously instrumental, but equally important is the voice.

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Several voice actors have offered their take on Spider-Man, but not all swing as high as others. Most of the best ones have also played the web-slinger on TV. They capture the conflicted nerd persona of Peter Parker as well as the confident joker attitude of his alter ego. Alternatively, they could offer a completely different take, demonstrating their versatility as well as the hero's. When they get it right, listening to this costumed crime-fighter is just as much fun as playing his games.

6 James Arnold Taylor

Spider-Man: Battle For New York, Spider-Man: Friend Or Foe, LEGO Marvel Superheroes

A seasoned voiceover artist, James Arnold Taylor takes on Spider-Man for several games: Battle for New York, Friend or Foe, and Lego Marvel Superheroes. None of these give much depth to the character. They make him part of an ensemble or one-off adventure, so his personality is purely surface-level. Luckily, that's not a problem.

Taylor remains as reliable as ever with his wholesome-yet-silly voice. He undoubtedly fits a plucky hero with a snarky remark for ridiculous situations. Granted, he veers a little too close to his Ratchet performance at points, overemphasizing the delivery of every joke. It's like he's trying to land the punchlines instead of letting them flow naturally. That might boil down to the material, which is kid-friendly and easily digestible. As it stands, Taylor is good, but he could have been great if given a chance.

5 Neil Patrick Harris

Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions

As strange as it sounds for a comedic actor, Neil Patrick Harris played Spider-Man in the 2003 CG-animated show. It was a darker, more atmospheric take loosely following the 2002 movie, and the performances were appropriately understated while maintaining the characters' essence. Harris's game return couldn't be more different.

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He goes for the opposite approach in Shattered Dimensions. This title brings together four Spider-Men from different universes. Harris appears as the Amazing Spider-Man: the version from the original comics. Here, he's able to better utilize his talents. He's arguably the best at delivering the cheesy jokes. His performance flows at a mile a minute and carries an undeniable appeal. That said, he sounds less like a dork and more like a stand-up comedian. Loyalists might take issue with him in that respect.

4 Sean Marquette

Ultimate Spider-Man

This actor doesn't have any prior experience with the character, but one would never guess that from listening to him. Sean Marquette voices the hero in the Ultimate Spider-Man game. Based on the comics of the same name, this title reimagines several characters and events in the mythos while moving the protagonist back to high school. Keeping with that approach, Marquette is the actor who's perhaps the most convincing as a geek. His nasally tone could have easily been grating. Web of Shadows falls victim to such annoyance. Thankfully, Marquette makes it work.

He has an off-kilter charisma and dry humor to his delivery. These aren't typical for the energetic Spider-Man. At the same time, it doesn't feel like a betrayal. Most importantly, it means he can be funny without trying too hard. He makes light of the fact that he's a put-upon dweeb, and fans can laugh along with him.

3 Josh Keaton

Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions & Spider-Man: Edge Of Time

Here's a popular one. Josh Keaton voiced the web-head in The Spectacular Spider-Man. Fans loved this show for boiling down the franchise to its essentials and simply telling an engaging story about Peter Parker as he navigated life as a high school crime-fighter. The enjoyment came from both the complicated relationships and high-flying action. Keaton proved a good fit for such a faithful take.

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He remains so for Shattered Dimensions as he takes on the Ultimate rendition. He's always had a naturally youthful voice, making him ideal for playing a teenager. He also has an everyman charm. His Peter comes off as someone who wants to stay out of trouble. He still doles out the occasional one-liner, but it's only in response to the surrounding craziness. During these points, he's even able to keep up with Nolan North as Deadpool, which is no small feat.

The sequel--Edge of Time--brings Keaton back as the Amazing Spidey. There's not much difference in his performance. However, that means it succeeds for the same reasons.

2 Christopher Daniel Barnes

Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions & Spider-Man: Edge Of Time

Another TV vet, Christopher Daniel Barnes hails from the 1994 animated series. This show had a similar premise in that it chronicled the everyday exploits of Peter Parker, albeit an adult version. Ironically, the writing was cheesier and more on the nose, but Barnes suited the hero as well as Keaton. The difference is that he made a complete 180 when shifting to gaming.

In Shattered Dimensions, Barnes lends his pipes to Spider-Man Noir. This revisionist take frames the web head as a hardboiled detective in a black-and-white caper. To convey that, Barnes dials up the intensity, injecting a cutting edge into his voice and speaking in a low register. This persona perfectly fits the moody setting. Barnes is so good that the sequel brings him back.

In Edge of Time, he assumes the mantle of Spider-Man 2099: a futuristic version with a similarly downbeat attitude as his Noir counterpart. Likewise, Barnes puts in another accomplished performance in portraying him. This time, that performance is less of a gimmick and more nuanced. That's probably due to the meatier script rife with tragedy and tension. Thus, he's likely had the most multifaceted experience with the web-slinger.

1 Rino Romano

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Sometimes, the best things emerge from humble beginnings. Enter Spider-Man Unlimited. This bizarre series sent the hero into space and embroiled him in galactic wars. The whole show seemed desperate and random, but the diamond in the rough was Rino Romano as the titular hero.

That becomes more apparent as he reprises the role in Neversoft's games: Spider-Man and Spider-Man 2: Enter Electro. For lack of a better word, he just sounds cool. Romano's voice oozes charisma, and he uses that smooth tone to inform his witty delivery. The most throwaway jabs flow effortlessly, and the big zingers are downright hilarious. He's not a total clown, though.

When the scene calls for drama, Romano is just as capable. His performance doesn't come off as cringe-inducing melodrama or adolescent whining. Instead, he sounds like a relatable adult with mature responses to less-than-ideal scenarios. Romano has all the elements of previous portrayals and emphasizes the right amount of each. When he steps in as Spider-Man, the comic crime-fighter truly comes to life.

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