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Marvel's Wolverine puts Rage and claw variations at the heart of combat
Insomniac Games has outlined Marvel's Wolverine's combat, upgrades, accessibility options and the features available when the PS5 game launches.
Insomniac Games has shared further details on Marvel's Wolverine, which arrives on PlayStation 5 on 15 September 2026. The new Features Trailer is narrated by Liam McIntyre, who plays James "Logan" Howlett.
Combat is built around fast, fluid encounters that favour an aggressive approach. Logan can learn Techniques and equip four chargeable Special Techniques at once, including Tornado Spin, Knee Breaker and Spiral Strike.
He can also unlock dozens of Adaptations that alter his abilities in battle. These can affect bullet-catching, the behaviour of Rage, parry timing windows and enemy fear reactions, among other elements.
From a global journey to the Nightmare Cabin
Rage is a three-level adrenaline mechanic focused on survival, resilience and anger. Alongside Jean Grey and members of Team X, Logan is attempting to disrupt Bolivar Trask's plans.
Omega Red and Deathstrike are among the enemies Logan can fight. Away from standard encounters, Nightmare Doors offer combat and traversal challenges, while whisky bottles are tied to Logan's forgotten memories and chests contain materials for crafting suits.
The suits take inspiration from comics, films, animation, Weapon X, Old Man Logan, Ultimate Wolverine and Patch. A tank top and leather jacket are also among the available options. Certain cowls and hats can be switched on or off, while unlocked suits may grant health upgrades or new claw variations.
Features available at launch
At launch, Logan's Nightmare Cabin includes New Game Plus with exclusive Techniques and Level Caps, Mission Replay and Nightmare Challenges. Photo Mode will be added through a day-one update, which requires an internet connection and a PlayStation account.
Insomniac also highlights more than 100 new, returning and improved accessibility features, including High Contrast, English-language Audio Description, Global Game Speed and Strong Haptic Signals. Players can also adjust violence and language categories, including dynamic blood, dismemberment and profanity in the English-language version.
Marvel's Wolverine can now be wishlisted and pre-ordered through PlayStation Store, PS Direct and local retailers. The Digital Deluxe Edition includes exclusive suits, claws and bonuses.