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The X-Men don't exist in Marvel's Wolverine, and while Spider-Man does, he'll only appear fleetingly in an "Easter-eggy" kind of way

Insomniac has clarified that X-Men do not exist within Marvel's Wolverine, aligning the game with a Wolverine-centric story. Logan is shown alongside Team X and Sabretooth, while Jean Grey provides telepathic support to manipulate enemies and coordinate takedowns. Mystique and Sabretooth are also teased in gameplay, but there will be no formal X-Men reunions or direct Spider-Man crossover in the core game. Spider-Man remains in the same universe and may appear in an Easter-egg capacity, but Insomniac emphasizes there will be no crossover between the two heroes. The trailer and developer comments highlight the game's violent tone, intended to stay faithful to the comic book character, with Jean Grey and others used to expand combat dynamics rather than reframe the Wolverine story around a broader mutant roster. Marvel's Wolverine is dated for a September 15 release and is exclusive to PlayStation 5, underscoring Sony and Insomniac's strategy of platform-strong, IP-driven titles. The decision signals a disciplined approach to licensing and narrative scope while leaving room for future character appearances as fan expectations evolve.