Marvel's Wolverine (2026)

A glitzy Wolverine game with a fun and violent fighting system, and some stealth, that is let down by too much hand holding and not enough faith in the player.

'Marvel's Wolverine' is a game with clear strengths and weaknesses. Despite its shortcomings, its bloody, visceral combat delivers an intense sense of catharsis. However, the repetition of familiar patterns and the lack of boss fights eventually dull even that satisfying action. On top of that, its predictable and formulaic story is disappointing enough to leave a bitter aftertaste.

I have completed Marvel’s Wolverine within every inch of its life. 32 hours total playtime. Platinum Trophy obtained. This is a fantastic game and I absolutely adored it… to a point. After Insomniac Games’ triumph with the Spider-Man series, expectations were very high for its next major project. And while Marvel’s Wolverine is an incredible title and absolutely worth your time, it doesn’t quite hit the same peaks. But that doesn’t mean Logan’s first Insomniac adventure isn’t something special.

Marvel’s Wolverine is, quite literally, a cinematic action game. Rather than following the open-world formula Insomniac has used in many of its previous titles, it adopts a more linear, stage-based structure, allowing the story to feel much more focused and tightly paced. It does an especially good job of portraying Wolverine’s human struggles, the burden of living as someone who cannot die, and his sense of responsibility as a hero. It is also interesting to see various elements inspired by Wolverine comics and films reinterpreted specifically for the game. That said, the game has some significant shortcomings as well. There is undeniable satisfaction in brutally tearing through enemies, and the combat does a great job of making you feel like Wolverine. However, the lack of additional content and the repetitive structure eventually cause even its violent combat to become monotonous at times. Even so, Insomniac once again demonstrates its talent for portraying superheroes, and there is plenty here for Wolverine fans to enjoy. If you are curious about the game, it is still easy to recommend giving it a try.

From its flawless gameplay to its realistic graphics, Marvel's Wolverine undeniably boasts one of the best narratives of the year, which is enhanced by its stellar cast who successfully make you feel the emotions of these characters from Earth 1048.