Wherever Insomniac Concludes Spider-Man, Wolverine Should Begin

Insomniac Games is making significant strides in the gaming world with their ambitious projects centered around Marvel superheroes. They’ve given us the acclaimed Marvel’s Spider-Man series and are working on the intriguing new title, Marvel’s Wolverine. As we move past the release of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 in 2023, the stage is set for what could potentially be a thrilling conclusion to a Spider-Man trilogy.

While there’s the chance that Insomniac may continue beyond a trilogy, their current focus seems to be divided with the impending arrival of Wolverine. Although a third Spider-Man installment is not yet confirmed, deciding Peter Parker’s fate will be a pivotal point for Insomniac. The creative team must consider taking a different narrative path for Logan’s tale in Marvel’s Wolverine.

Let’s explore potential developments. In the yet-to-be-confirmed third Spider-Man game, there’s speculation about Peter Parker facing a grim fate. So far, he’s managed to dodge disaster, even in the sequel’s nail-biting sequences. A controversial—but powerful—inspiration for the storyline could be drawn from Ultimate Spider-Man #160, which famously chronicles Peter’s death. Alternatively, a peaceful retirement for Peter was hinted at in Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, but the chances of him staying out of action in the next game seem slim. If Peter retains his safety net, Marvel’s Wolverine could explore darker narrative themes.

On the flip side, Logan’s rugged and aggressive nature sharply contrasts with Peter’s more traditional superhero persona. As an anti-hero, Logan’s story offers Insomniac the chance to delve into grittier scenarios. While there’s limited information available about the Wolverine game, it invites speculation on character dynamics: should Peter be spared, then perhaps Logan faces the more harrowing journey and ultimate sacrifice. This narrative balance between both characters might be essential in keeping players captivated, reminding them that this Marvel universe isn’t devoid of consequences.

Despite being set in the same universe, it’s still ambiguous how interconnected Marvel’s Spider-Man and Marvel’s Wolverine will be. Marvel’s Wolverine was teased during a PlayStation Showcase in 2021, stoking plenty of excitement and speculation around its possible release as a PS5 exclusive. It’s been quite some time since the announcement, and Insomniac remains tight-lipped about the details. It remains to be seen how the studio will handle both heroes’ stories and how they may or may not intertwine.

Insomniac, a well-renowned studio founded in 1984 and headquartered in Burbank, California, continues to push boundaries. As part of the PlayStation Studios family, their work on these iconic Marvel characters will undoubtedly set the stage for thrilling gameplay experiences. Time will tell how these parallel narratives unfold and how they’ll align with fans’ expectations.