Wolverine

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"short": "Developed by Insomniac Games, *Wolverine* is a single-player action-adventure game releasing on PlayStation 5 on September 15, 2026. The game draws inspiration from Marvel Comics' Wolverine, offering an original story.",
"long": "## Introduction\n\n*Wolverine* is an upcoming action-adventure game developed by Insomniac Games in collaboration with Zippo Games, published by Sony Interactive Entertainment and Rare Ltd. Set to release on September 15, 2026, exclusively for the PlayStation 5, the game centers around the iconic Marvel Comics character Wolverine. It promises a single-player experience, drawing inspiration from the character's rich comic book history and various media adaptations. The game aims to deliver a self-contained, original narrative within the broader universe established by Insomniac's previous Marvel titles, such as *Marvel's Spider-Man*.\n\n## Development & Release\n\nDevelopment of *Wolverine* began following discussions between Insomniac Games, Sony Interactive Entertainment, and Marvel Games regarding the expansion of their Marvel-based game portfolio beyond the *Spider-Man* series. The project was officially announced in September 2021, with Brian Horton and Cameron Christian initially serving as creative and game directors, respectively. The game's writing team includes Mary Kenney, Walt Williams, Nick Folkman, and Joe Halstead. However, the development faced challenges, including a targeted ransomware attack on Insomniac Games in December 2023, which resulted in the temporary exposure of development assets. By October 2024, Marcus Smith and Mike Daly had replaced Horton and Christian as creative and game directors. The game is scheduled for release on September 15, 2026.\n\n## Gameplay & Content\n\nPlayers can expect a single-player action-adventure experience centered on Wolverine. The game is set to deliver an original story, drawing from the character's established lore while offering a fresh narrative perspective. Details regarding specific gameplay mechanics and the game's world are still emerging, but the game's focus on Wolverine suggests a combat-heavy experience, likely incorporating his signature claws and healing factor. Further information about the game modes and the overall length of the campaign will be available closer to the release date.
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