After a four-year wait, Insomniac Games has finally unveiled a full gameplay trailer for their highly anticipated Wolverine title during Sony’s recent State of Play event. Fans are thrilled to finally hear Liam McIntyre lend his voice to Logan and witness the iconic X-Man in glorious action – and boy, does this new footage deliver!
With just one year left until the game’s PlayStation 5 release, it’s the perfect time to dissect the trailer and uncover all the significant Marvel Easter eggs and character appearances. We’ll be highlighting everything that caught our eye, from formidable villains like Omega Red and Mystique to a fresh interpretation of Wolverine’s classic attire.
The Evolution of Wolverine’s Costumes
Drawing parallels from Insomniac’s successful Spider-Man titles, it’s safe to assume players will have access to a rich selection of Wolverine costumes, many inspired by decades of X-Men comics and films. Just like with Spider-Man, there will undoubtedly be a primary, default costume for Logan. The new trailer finally gives us a clear look at this foundational suit.
Wolverine’s main costume in the game appears to be a direct homage to the John Cassaday design from 2004’s Astonishing X-Men. This modern rendition of his classic blue and yellow suit from the ’70s and ’90s X-books is a fan favorite for good reason, perfectly blending traditional elements with a contemporary feel. While Insomniac often adds unique touches, like the white accents in their Spider-Man suits, they’ve opted for a more faithful adaptation of the comic design here.
Interestingly, this very costume also served as the inspiration for Hugh Jackman’s yellow and blue suit in recent Marvel Studios portrayals. There are clear parallels between Insomniac’s design and the one seen in Deadpool & Wolverine, both leaning into a more tactical, rugged interpretation rather than form-fitting spandex. However, Insomniac pushes for even greater comic book accuracy, notably by including shoulder pads and sleeveless arms – a detail Hugh Jackman’s cinematic Wolverine never sported.
The trailer also confirms that Logan won’t always be clad in his X-Men uniform. Certain situations and locales demand a more discreet appearance, where a brightly colored superhero suit simply won’t do.
Two distinct civilian outfits are showcased in the trailer. The first is his signature red plaid shirt, jeans, and cowboy hat combo, first glimpsed in the initial teaser. This casual ensemble is seen as Logan enters the notorious Princess Bar in Madripoor, a classic civilian look reminiscent of his appearances drawn by legendary Uncanny X-Men artists like John Byrne.
The second outfit features Logan sporting a brown bomber jacket, a clear homage to X-Men: The Animated Series. In that beloved show, this jacket was Logan’s go-to attire whenever he wasn’t in his iconic yellow suit.
It’s safe to say that if any character in the Marvel Universe can rival Peter Parker’s extensive wardrobe, it’s Wolverine.
As anticipated, the game will likely feature a plethora of alternate costume options, ranging from unlockable suits, preorder bonuses, and DLC additions. Indeed, Wolverine’s fashion sense rivals even Peter Parker’s extensive collection!
Certain costumes are practically guaranteed. We fully expect a classic blue and yellow suit, a version of his iconic ’80s brown costume, and the sleek black and grey X-Force uniform. A Weapon X Wolverine, complete with his VR helmet and infamous black Speedo, is also a must-have. Additionally, his blue and red Age of Apocalypse crossover costume seems like a strong candidate, alongside the various memorable suits from Fox films like the original X-Men trilogy, Days of Future Past, and Logan.
However, this list merely scratches the surface of Logan’s vast sartorial history. Will we see his ‘Patch’ disguise, especially with Madripoor confirmed as a location? How about his modern House of X attire, his edgy black leather New X-Men suit, or his classic Team X uniform? Insomniac has a golden opportunity to delve deep into Wolverine’s rich comic book archives. We’d love to hear which costumes you’re most eager to see in the game!
Explore the World: Iconic Locations
Logan is renowned for his global escapades, often venturing far from Xavier’s School to international locales such as Canada, Japan, and Madripoor. All three of these iconic countries are confirmed for the game, and we can only hope his journey takes him even further. Personally, we’d be thrilled if a segment of the game allows Wolverine to unleash his fury on dinosaurs in the Savage Land!
The trailer prominently features Madripoor, a notorious island nation often described as Marvel’s Singapore. While it previously appeared in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, without Wolverine in sight, this game rectifies that absence. Madripoor is Logan’s infamous haunt for relaxation, drinks, gambling, and general trouble-making. The game promises ample opportunities for mischief, confirming Logan’s visit to his favorite establishment, the Princess Bar.
Significant parts of the game will also take place in Japan, a country deeply intertwined with Wolverine’s history since his inaugural solo comic series in 1982. Japan is where Wolverine fell in love with the fair lady Mariko Yashida, confronted her ruthless father Lord Shingen, and forged an unlikely friendship with the nimble ninja Yukio. While it’s unclear how deeply the game will explore these specific character relationships, we eagerly anticipate seeing Logan embrace his samurai warrior heritage.
Moreover, various scenes in the trailer distinctly depict the Canadian wilderness. This is hardly a shock, given Wolverine’s Canadian origins and his frequent returns to his homeland for solitude or to confront troublesome organizations like Weapon X or Department H. Our best guess is that the game will delve into Logan’s enduring rivalry with Weapon X, the notorious agency responsible for bonding his bones with indestructible adamantium decades ago.
This globe-trotting narrative suggests a departure from the confined single-city settings of the Spider-Man games. Marvel’s Wolverine will span multiple urban and rural regions, with the trailer indicating a reduced emphasis on open-world traversal. This design choice makes sense, as Wolverine’s abilities don’t lend themselves to the same rapid, graceful movement across expansive cityscapes as Spider-Man. Thus, it appears Marvel’s Wolverine might feature more focused, linear level designs compared to its wall-crawling predecessors. We’ll get more details when Insomniac unveils further gameplay in Spring 2026.
Who Will Face Logan: The Villains
Even with his ruthless combat style, Wolverine has amassed one of Marvel’s most formidable and iconic rogues’ galleries. It takes a truly resilient foe to confront James ‘Logan’ Howlett and live to fight another day. The new trailer strongly hints that we’ll encounter several of these legendary adversaries throughout the game.
A fleeting shot reveals Wolverine engaged in combat with Omega Red, a Russian mutant infamous for his energy-draining carbonadium tentacles. Omega Red poses a grave threat, not only due to his immense strength and durability but also his ability to unleash ‘Death Spores’ capable of instantly killing ordinary humans. His carbonadium appendages, almost as potent as adamantium, paradoxically poison his own body, compelling him to constantly siphon the lifeforce of others, much like a vampire.
The animosity between Wolverine and Omega Red dates back to Logan’s time with Team X, long before he joined the X-Men. Both are products of relentless super-soldier experimentation, and their shared history is rife with mutual disdain.
The shape-shifting Mystique also makes an appearance in the trailer. A master martial artist, Mystique can flawlessly mimic anyone, though Logan’s heightened senses are usually keen enough to detect her deceptions.
Given that Raven, much like Logan, possesses functional immortality, their clashes have spanned from the early 20th century to the present day.
The extent of Mystique’s antagonistic role in the game remains to be seen. While often an adversary of the X-Men, she is more accurately described as fiercely self-serving, always prioritizing her own and her family’s survival. Her long, contentious history with Wolverine, stemming from their shared functional immortality, suggests the game will likely explore the complex dynamics of their century-spanning rivalry.
Later in the trailer, a colossal Sentinel is shown activating and confronting Wolverine. These enormous robots are exclusively engineered to hunt and eliminate mutants. A single Sentinel can overpower multiple X-Men simultaneously, and they rarely operate in isolation. Even Wolverine’s indestructible adamantium claws struggle to dismantle these formidable machines.
It would be no surprise to see the game feature an epic confrontation between Wolverine and a Sentinel, perhaps echoing the memorable battle from the 2009 X-Men Origins: Wolverine game. Logan’s presence in Canada might even involve infiltrating a Sentinel manufacturing facility. Smaller Sentinel variants could also appear, offering more diverse enemy encounters beyond major boss fights.
Lastly, the trailer features Wolverine brutally dispatching cybernetic soldiers. These are likely the Reavers, a group of cybernetically enhanced mercenaries with a long history of clashing with Logan in the comics. Similar to how Insomniac’s Spider-Man games introduce various enemy factions like the Inner Demons and Kraven’s mercenaries, the Reavers are expected to be a recurring challenge throughout Wolverine’s journey.
Of course, the Reavers won’t be the only adversaries. Other potential enemy factions include Weapon X soldiers, Hand ninjas, and Hydra agents. It’s also highly improbable that Omega Red and Mystique are the game’s sole primary villains. Could an Insomniac Wolverine game truly exist without Sabretooth? And what about classic foes like Silver Samurai and Lady Deathstrike? Logan boasts a vast collection of enemies, and we’re eagerly anticipating the chance to confront them all when the game launches in Fall 2026.
Which X-Men villain are you most excited to face in Marvel’s Wolverine? Share your thoughts in the comments!
For more details, you can review all the announcements from the recent Sony State of Play event.
Jesse is a staff writer specializing in game analysis and industry insights.