Marvel’s Wolverinemay not be going as well as fans would hope. It’s safe to say that Logan’s upcoming adventure has quickly become one of the most highly-anticipated titles making its way to PlayStation 5. A video game where players take control of Wolverine is always going to be enticing for fans of Marvel, but this excitement is only heightened by the inclusion of developers Insomniac, whosefantastic work on its trilogy ofSpider-Mangamesproves it has the knowledge and expertise to make an amazing superhero game.
However,that initial excitement aboutMarvel’s Wolverinecould possibly turn into worry. The game’s development period has been void of any updates, not only to when players can expect to dive into Logan’s new adventure, but also in regard to how said development is actually progressing. A lack of information is always going to be a cause for concern for fans desperate to play a highly-anticipated title. And, with some major changes occurring within Insomniac itself,Marvel’s Wolverinecould be taking a turn for the worst.
The Leaks Themselves Have Likely Made Things Worse
The ongoing silence onMarvel’s Wolverineis likely to cause worry, simply because of the length of time that has passed.Marvel’s Wolverinewas first announced back in 2021during Sony’s State of Play with a cinematic trailer that, at this current time, remains the only official trailer released for the title. While the reveal itself and Insomniac’s involvement was enough to drum up excitement at the time, the lack of updates in the three years since said reveal means thatthere is no idea of what form or direction Logan’s new adventure is going to take.
While concerning, there are a few good reasons as to why Insomniac may be choosing to stay quiet aboutWolverine’s progress. For example, the same State of Play presentation where the announcement occurred also saw the reveal ofMarvel’sSpider-Man 2, which would likely have taken up the majority of Insomniac’s time and resources, as the first of the two titles to be released.It also wouldn’t be fair to pressure Insomniac into making any announcements without complete confidence that they’re ready to showcaseWolverine, as failing to do so would arguably make players more worried when viewing an unfinished product.
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2is the last game Insomniac released; it launched on July 04, 2025.
Regardless of these reasons, a lengthy wait likeWolverine’s is sure to make players desperate for any information they can grab their hands on, as proven by theInsomniac leak that occurred back in 2023. Among the data that was leaked were details regarding the early development ofMarvel’s Wolverine. Data breaches such as Insomniac’s can have disastrous consequences as it has the potential to completely change development plans, making the small moment of satisfaction from desperate players turn into major unforeseen damage forWolverine’s development in the long-term.
Marvel’s Wolverine Creative Director Left This Summer
It’s A Huge Loss For A Title In Active Development
The issues that were brought about by the Insomniac leak would have only been complicated further thanks to the recent changes inWolverine’s development team. According to a report fromGame File, the title lost its creative director, Brian Horton, who left development over the summer to take the lead on thePerfect Darkreboot for Xbox. While the reasons for his departure are still unconfirmed,the same report suggests it may have come down to creative differences over the directionMarvel’s Wolverinewas taking.
Having such an integral member of the team depart in the midst of development is a huge blow, especially if the reasoning for Horton’s departure is to be believed. Creative differences could be indicative of a sense of dissatisfaction within Insomniac regardingWolverine’s current progress. If that is indeed the case,a seismic shift like changing creative leads could result in some major changes being implemented to the game, surely putting even more delays intoWolverine’s already lengthy development period.
Could Insomniac’s Wolverine Game Be In Trouble?
It’s Hard To Predict The State Of Wolverine’s Development
There’s no way for players to be able to truly know how the development ofMarvel’s Wolverinehas progressed or been affected by the events that have occurred since the title’s initial reveal. The data breach and change in creative leads are certainly going to be setbacks, buttheir total impact on the game’s development remains unclear. Insomniac have repeatedly assured players desperate for new information, with a statement released on the officialInsomniac GamesX (formerly Twitter) account following the data breach that said news would be shared when the studio is ready.
Despite the setbacks,Marvel’s Wolverinewill still be a highly-anticipated release for fans. Insomniac’s previous track record withSpider-Manshould be enough for players to maintain faith in the developer’s ability to craft a spectacular, action-packed experience that does Wolverine justice. While there’s no sign of the title making an appearance soon, players will surely be in for a treat when they finally get to seeMarvel’s Wolverinein action.
Sources:Game File,PlayStation/YouTube,Marvel’s Wolverine/X
Marvel’s Wolverine
Marvel’s Wolverine is the next entry in Insomniac Games' cultivated Marvel universe after Marvel’s Spider-Man and Miles Morales. Players will sharpen their claws and step into the world of the short-tempered, regenerative Logan in an unknown storyline that engages players in brutal action combat worthy of the legendary X-Men member’s name.
