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Marvel's Wolverine New PS5 Pro Footage Shows Stealth Claw Kills, Motorcycle Chases, and Brutal Combat Ahead of September 15 Release

Insomniac Games delivered an extended Marvel’s Wolverine gameplay preview during a State of Play, including PS5 Pro footage that emphasizes brutal melee, stealth, and environmental traversal. The sequence centers on Logan using his signature claws to dispatch enemies, with finishers that leverage the environment and a cooldown-based set of abilities mapped to controller inputs. The trailer also briefly introduces Mystique and Sabretooth, signaling a broader narrative arc. Health regeneration via rapid button presses and a revival mechanic were demonstrated, suggesting accessible combat even in intense encounters. Contextually, the showcase positions Wolverine as a darker, cinematic action experience rather than a lighthearted superhero romp, aligning with contemporary action-adventure narratives that emphasize weighty tone and memorable set-pieces. With a September 15 launch date, Marvel's Wolverine enters a crowded fall lineup and could help sustain momentum for Sony's first-party slate as studios expand IP-driven experiences. If the gameplay depth and performance meet expectations on PS5 Pro, the title could influence expectations for ambitious, single-player Marvel games and reinforce Insomniac's status as a premier creator of large-scale, narrative-focused experiences.