Top Superhero Games to Revisit While Waiting for Marvel’s Wolverine

The wait is almost over for Marvel’s Wolverine. Developed by Insomniac Games, the single-player PS5 adventure is scheduled to launch on September 15, 2026, and promises a darker, more brutal interpretation of Logan, with locations including Canada, Tokyo and Madripoor.

If you want to get into the superhero-gaming mood before picking up the claws, these are some of the best titles to revisit.

1. Marvel’s Spider-Man and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2

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These are the most obvious choices because they’re also from Insomniac Games and establish the broader style and continuity of the studio’s Marvel universe.

The games combine cinematic storytelling, fast traversal, open-world exploration and plenty of superhero side activities. Playing them again can also help you appreciate Insomniac’s approach to character relationships and world-building before Wolverine.

2. Batman: Arkham Knight

If you’re looking for a darker superhero experience, Batman: Arkham Knight remains an excellent choice.

Its heavy atmosphere, brutal hand-to-hand combat and emphasis on psychological storytelling make it particularly relevant for players anticipating Wolverine’s more violent tone.

3. X-Men Origins: Wolverine

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This 2009 cult favourite is perhaps the most obvious Wolverine-specific game to revisit.

The game leaned heavily into Wolverine’s healing factor, claws and visceral hack-and-slash combat. Although it has been delisted digitally, physical copies can still be found, making it an interesting historical companion to Insomniac’s new interpretation.

4. Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy

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This is a great pick if story and character relationships are more important to you than open-world exploration.

The single-player adventure delivers a strong narrative, distinctive Marvel personalities and cinematic action while remaining relatively focused.

5. Marvel’s Midnight Suns

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For something completely different, try Marvel’s Midnight Suns.

Its tactical combat is card-based rather than real-time, but the game features a large collection of Marvel heroes—and importantly, Wolverine himself.

It’s a good opportunity to spend time with another interpretation of Logan before Insomniac’s version arrives.

6. Injustice 2

If you simply want spectacular superhero combat, Injustice 2 is still worth revisiting.

Its cinematic story mode, distinctive character abilities and DC roster make it one of the more accessible superhero fighting games, particularly for players who don’t want to commit to a 30-hour adventure.

7. Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 3

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For a more traditional Marvel experience, Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order brings dozens of heroes together in a fast-paced action RPG.

Wolverine is playable, making it another fun way to revisit the character before Insomniac’s much more focused interpretation.

Which One Should You Play First?

The Bottom Line

If you have limited time before September 15, I’d prioritise Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, followed by X-Men Origins: Wolverine. The first gives you a taste of Insomniac’s approach to Marvel, while the second offers a fascinating look at how a previous game translated Wolverine’s claws and healing factor into gameplay.

And the wait is nearly over: Marvel’s Wolverine is officially coming to PS5 on September 15, 2026, with Insomniac promising an original story built around Logan’s violent combat style and complicated past.