Marvel’s Wolverine Isn’t “The Best There Is,” But It Isn’t Bad

Marvel's Wolverine is a PS5 exclusive from Insomniac Games, released on September 15, 2026. Unlike the studio’s Spider-Man games, this one is a more focused, linear adventure. The story is set before the X-Men exist, following Logan as he lives in the wild until his old teammate Nathaniel Essex pulls him back into action to stop a plot against other mutants. Since this magazine is all about searching, it feels fitting to spotlight a hero who starts out hiding from the world.

The main draw for players is the combat. It’s fast, intense, and very bloody, with the linear design moving you quickly from one fight to the next. The visuals look great, showing off Insomniac’s usual polish, and the voice actors give Logan the right mix of anger and exhaustion.

The best part of the game is the first fight with Omega Red. It brings together everything the game does well: a memorable villain, a tense battle, and combat that really works. This moment sets a high bar that the rest of the game doesn’t always reach.

The low point is the fight with the Sentinel. Compared to earlier boss battles, this one really shows the game’s weaknesses, and I was more relieved than excited when it ended.

After that, the game kinda plays it safe. The story does its job but rarely surprises, and while the combat stays fun, it doesn’t really evolve as you keep playing. Fans of Insomniac’s Spider-Man games will notice some similarities, and Wolverine doesn’t always stand apart from that style. The linear setup keeps things on track, but there’s not much room to explore or wander, which feels a bit strange for a magazine that usually celebrates exploration.

Marvel’s Wolverine is a decent action-adventure game. It’s polished, violent, and looks good, and it understands what makes playing as Logan fun. There are standout moments like the Omega Red fight and weaker ones like the Sentinel battle, but overall, it’s entertaining. If you want a solid, stylish brawler starring Logan, you’ll get that here. But if you were hoping for a big leap forward from Insomniac, you might be left wanting more.

Our score for Marvel’s Wolverine is 3.5 out of 5.