Marvel's Wolverine to be released on September 15, 2026 as a PlayStation 5 exclusive

Insomniac Games, owned by Sony Interactive Entertainment, has set a specific release date for its next blockbuster game. Marvel's Wolverine will reach players worldwide on September 15, 2026. The publisher emphasizes that it will be an exclusive title available only on the PlayStation 5 console, which aligns with Sony's long-term strategy of building brand value through its own high-budget productions. Insomniac Games, founded in 1994, initially gained recognition with the Spyro the Dragon and Ratchet & Clank series. The studio's breakthrough came with its collaboration with Marvel, which resulted in the 2018 release of Marvel's Spider-Man, achieving huge commercial and critical success. It was on the wave of this success that work on a Wolverine game was announced in 2021. The game was first announced back in September 2021, meaning production has lasted at least five years. For comparison, work on Marvel's Spider-Man 2, which culminated in a 2023 release, took about four years. The longer development cycle may indicate a larger project scale or ambitious technological goals, especially as this will be Insomniac's first game fully dedicated to the new generation console. Last year, Sony only gave an approximate release window of "fall 2026," accompanying that announcement with a "bloody" gameplay teaser. „"In this original, mature story, players will become Wolverine, experiencing an unmatched level of adrenaline and brutal combat in our signature style."” — Insomniac Games The announcement of the specific date came despite the game being omitted during the recent State of Play event a few weeks ago. Fans expressed disappointment at the lack of new information at the time. The decision to reveal the date separately suggests the publisher wants to ensure maximum media attention for the game, without sharing it with other titles. A September release fits the traditional pre-holiday period of high publishing activity in the games industry, when the biggest titles hit the market. Production cycle of Insomniac Games: Marvel's Spider-Man (2018): 3, Marvel's Spider-Man 2 (2023): 4, Marvel's Wolverine (2026): 5 The PlayStation 5 exclusivity strategy is a key element of Sony's battle with competition from Microsoft and its Xbox platform, as well as the growing PC gaming market. Own, high-quality first-party productions are the main selling point for the console. The success of previous Marvel universe games, which sold tens of millions of copies, sets a very high bar for Wolverine. Exclusivity means the game will not appear on Xbox Series X/S consoles or on PCs in the foreseeable future, which may evoke mixed feelings among the broader gaming community but is beneficial for PS5 owners. Schedule of key Sony game releases for 2026: September 15, 2026 — Marvel's Wolverine release on PS5 The lack of new visual materials at the time of the date announcement may indicate the studio is holding back on showing the game for a larger, dedicated presentation, likely during a summer industry event such as the Summer Game Fest. Fans then expect details about gameplay, story, and the title's technical capabilities. Marvel's Wolverine is another milestone in the developing Marvel video game universe, which, following the success of Spider-Man and Avengers, is trying to solidify its position in the market.