Insomniac Games' upcoming action title Marvel's Wolverine has received an official M for Mature 17+ rating from the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB). The classification confirms the game's focus on visceral combat, with the board citing blood and gore, intense violence, strong language, drug references, and partial nudity.
Quick Facts
- Release Date: September 15, 2026
- Platform: PlayStation 5
- Rating: M for Mature 17+
The ESRB description notes that players, assuming the role of James Logan, will use claws for melee attacks that involve stabbing, slicing, and decapitating enemies. Combat sequences are characterized by frequent blood-splatter effects and the presence of dismembered limbs on battlefields. The rating also mentions a "handful of sequences" depicting a character's exposed buttocks.
While the game features high levels of violence, Insomniac Games has confirmed that players will have the option to tone down the gore and blood effects via the game’s accessibility and difficulty settings. It remains unconfirmed if similar adjustments will be available for other mature content, such as strong language or the specific scenes noted by the rating board.
Marvel's Wolverine is currently confirmed for a PlayStation 5 release on September 15, 2026. The game will feature in-game purchases, according to the official ESRB summary.