Wolverine game confirms September 15, 2026 PS5 launch after 5-year development cycle

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By TGT Staff

Insomniac Games confirmed the release date for Marvel’s Wolverine on February 24, 2026, through a direct social media announcement. The PlayStation 5 exclusive will launch September 15, 2026, marking five years since the game’s initial reveal at The Game Awards 2021. Developed by the studio behind the critically acclaimed Spider-Man series, the action-adventure game shares continuity with Insomniac’s Marvel universe.

The announcement comes after a September 2025 State of Play presentation that revealed the first gameplay footage and confirmed a fall 2026 release window. Voice actor Liam McIntyre, known for his work in the Gears of War franchise, brings Logan to life in what Insomniac describes as a “global thriller” exploring Wolverine’s dark past. The game features confirmed appearances from Mystique and Omega Red, promising mature-rated combat that fully embraces the character’s brutal nature.

Marvel’s Wolverine

September 15, 2026 Release Date Confirmed

Official Launch Date

15
September
2026
Year

Development Timeline

September 2021
First announcement at PlayStation Showcase alongside Spider-Man 2, with Brian Horton and Cameron Christian named as creative and game directors
December 2023
Ransomware attack on Insomniac Games exposed early development materials, though the studio confirmed production would continue as planned
September 2024
PlayStation 5 Pro enhancements confirmed by core technology director Mike Fitzgerald for improved graphics and performance
September 2025
First gameplay trailer revealed during State of Play, confirming fall 2026 release window and voice actor Liam McIntyre
February 24, 2026
Insomniac Games announced official release date of September 15, 2026, via social media with a six-second teaser
5
Years Development
PS5
Exclusive Platform
M
Mature Rating

Confirmed Details

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Studio Background
Developed by Insomniac Games, creators of the Spider-Man series that achieved critical and commercial success on PlayStation platforms
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Voice Performance
Liam McIntyre voices Logan, bringing experience from his role as JD Fenix in Gears of War 4 and Gears 5
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Confirmed Characters
Mystique and Omega Red confirmed to appear as Logan confronts threats from his mysterious past
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Combat System
Brutal, mature-rated action featuring Wolverine’s adamantium claws and regenerative healing factor
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Narrative Team
Written by Mary Kenney and Walt Williams, with Williams serving as Narrative Director after his work on Spec Ops: The Line
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Story Scope
Described by PlayStation Blog as a “global thriller” following Logan’s search for answers about his dark past
Platform Availability
PlayStation 5
Exclusive to PS5 at launch. Visit the official PlayStation page for pre-order information and updates

Release Information

The September 15, 2026 release date was announced by Insomniac Games via social media on February 24, 2026. The PlayStation 5 exclusive will be available for purchase through the PlayStation Store and retail locations.

Development has progressed since the 2021 announcement, with the creative team including Brian Horton and Cameron Christian (later replaced by Marcus Smith and Mike Daly), along with writers Mary Kenney and Walt Williams. The game shares continuity with Insomniac’s Marvel games universe, following their work on the Spider-Man series.

The announcement covered the release date, platform exclusivity, and confirmed details about the development team and narrative direction for the action-adventure title.

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