Marvel's Wolverine PS5: Everything we know so far
Finally, we have a Marvel's Wolverine release window set for Insomniac's next big PS5 game

Marvel's Wolverine is coming to PS5 in 2026. We now know that a Fall 2026 release window is locked in place, following a sprawling gameplay reveal at the September State of Play. The trailer marked the first we've seen of Logan's bespoke new game this year, and the fact that it was such a substantial glimpse at what's to come has up thoroughly aboard the hype train already,
The upcoming PS5 game is set to deliver an original story for Wolverine, one where Logan goes " the hunt to uncover the secrets of a dark past that keeps eluding him. Unfortunately, in this world, he’ll have to dig his claws deep to pull any shred of information that may lead to answers. Often, that means shredding into a relentless onslaught of enemies who aim to stop him by any means necessary."
Marvel's Wolverine is among our most anticipated upcoming Marvel games set to launch in the not-too-distant future. The developer is looking beyond the best Wolverine stories in Marvel Comics to deliver an original story, meaning even the biggest Wolvie nerds will have something fresh to sink their adamantium claws into – you may have even spotted some fan-favorite characters in the first gameplay reveal, including Mystique and Omega Red.
While we wait for more info on what is clearly the biggest new PS5 exclusives – Insomniac promises a spring 2026 showcase, by the way – keep on reading to find everything we know about Marvel's Wolverine so far.
Marvel's Wolverine release date will be in 2026
Marvel's Wolverine is set to release for Fall 2026. The PS5 exclusive received its release window at the PlayStation September State of Play, where Insomniac was on hand to deliver a first official look at the game in action. While Sony is yet to put a firm Marvel's Wolverine release date in place, the Fall 2026 window is enough to keep us going for now.
Marvel's Wolverine gameplay trailer
Marvel's Wolverine reveal trailer
The Marvel's Wolverine reveal trailer is 53 seconds of pure joy. It opens up in the aftermath of a barroom brawl, the room littered with blood and bodies as our favorite adamantium-clawed Mutant enjoys a shot.
That bar, our friends over at Newsarama have surmised, is the Princess Bar – AKA Logan's home away from home on the island of Madripoor, which you may also have spotted in Episode 3 of Falcon and The Winter Soldier. A brawler pulls a knife, Logan pops his claws, and fades to black – let the wait for another look at the game in action begin!
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It's been years since this trailer dropped, so we are expecting a new one soon. Hopefully, we'll get a teaser before the year wraps up. Marvel's Kevin Feige recently teased an X-Men reboot that is aiming to hit cinemas after Avengers: Secret Wars in 2027. It would be a great move to get a game out before then to hype us all up, so here's hoping that a new trailer gets revealed before 2027 at least!
Marvel's Wolverine setting
Marvel's Wolverine is being pitched as a global thriller. The presence of The Princess Bar in the original reveal trailer signalled that the nation of Madripoor would be a key location, which Insomniac has now confirmed. The studio also confirmed locations including "the frosted wilderness of Canada and the narrow city streets of Tokyo."
It's worth noting that this adventure is separate from the comic books and movies that Logan has starred in the past. Last year, Ryan Schneider, head of franchise strategy at Insomniac, explained that this was a "standalone game" he does drop this tease: "Being able to build a new, original universe with Spider-Man and now Wolverine is such an honor for so many of us at Insomniac Games."
Marvel's Wolverine gameplay
Marvel's Wolverine a third-person action adventure game. Insomniac says it aims to "deliver the ultimate Wolverine fantasy built on Insomniac staples like fast, fluid, and ferocious combat; exhilarating, action-packed set pieces; robust accessibility features; and a gripping story that taps into the core tenets of one of the most compelling comic book characters of all-time."
The studio has also said that it is "breaking new ground" with its storytelling and gameplay for this PS5 exclusive. "Once the claws come out, Wolverine doesn’t hold back: as a living weapon forged against his will, he’ll use razor-sharp adamantium to dispatch enemies and untamed berserker rage to build momentum on the battlefield. He’ll leave an impression on his foes with fast, fluid, and rapid attacks and techniques that’ll dismember or break anyone who gets in his way. Wolverine might be distant, but he isn’t afraid to get up-close and personal when it counts."
Which is all to say that you should expect an exceptionally bloody, brutal experience from the Marvel's Wolverine gameplay experience. The first look at the game in action is exceptionally promising, with Insomniac combining all the flair of its Spider-Man titles with the brutality Logan is known for delivering.
Marvel's Wolverine cast
There's still a lot we need to learn about the Marvel's Wolverine cast, although Insomniac has confirmed that the actor taking on the role of Logan/Wolverine will be Liam McIntyre. McIntyre is an Australian actor, best known for playing the lead role on television series Spartacus: Vengeance and Spartacus: War of the Damned, as well as Mark Mardon / Weather Wizard on The Flash.
Marvel's Wolverine leaks
Developer Insomniac Games was the victim of a significant data breach in 2023, after a hacking group demanded over two million USD to prevent the release of information online. The result was a massive Marvel's Wolverine leak, including the publishing of early development builds and early information about the game. The video game industry was quick to react, and rally in support of Insomniac, calling the breach "truly disgraceful and shameful."
Marvel's Wolverine platforms
Marvel's Wolverine is a PS5 exclusive and will not be coming to PS4.
While Spider-Man: Miles Morales was a cross-gen game when it launched alongside the PS5, Insomniac soon followed it with Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart – a PS5 platform exclusive. Insomniac has fully turned its attention to the new generation console and is working to squeeze every ounce of power out of it that it can.
Marvel's Wolverine development
Marvel's Wolverine is being developed by Insomniac Games, the studio behind two of the best PS5 games of the generation in Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart and Marvel's Spider-Man 2. The studio has grown tremendously since it was acquired by Sony and integrated into the PlayStation Studios portfolio, giving it the resources to produce multiple ambitious games all at once.
Development will be led by creative director Brian Horton and game director Cameron Christian, who spearheaded the creative team for Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales. Logan is in safe hands, is what we're saying, and we're confident that the team will deliver for one best X-Men members of all time.
Insomniac is yet to confirm who we'll be fighting, but you have to believe it'll be a selection of the best Wolverine villains. Or check out our guide on how to watch all the X-Men movies in order if you fancy a mutant marathon.

Josh West is the Editor-in-Chief of GamesRadar+. He has over 15 years experience in online and print journalism, and holds a BA (Hons) in Journalism and Feature Writing. Prior to starting his current position, Josh has served as GR+'s Features Editor and Deputy Editor of games™ magazine, and has freelanced for numerous publications including 3D Artist, Edge magazine, iCreate, Metal Hammer, Play, Retro Gamer, and SFX. Additionally, he has appeared on the BBC and ITV to provide expert comment, written for Scholastic books, edited a book for Hachette, and worked as the Assistant Producer of the Future Games Show. In his spare time, Josh likes to play bass guitar and video games. Years ago, he was in a few movies and TV shows that you've definitely seen but will never be able to spot him in.
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