Insomniac has detailed the full line-up of Wolverine's unlockable suits for Marvel's Wolverine on PS5, drawing from decades of X-Men comics, films and original designs. Here's what's confirmed, what's inspired by the source material, and what remains uncertain
Insomniac Games has officially unveiled the initial roster of unlockable suits for Marvel's Wolverine, the upcoming PlayStation 5 exclusive. The studio has confirmed that players will be able to choose from a wide range of costumes, each referencing different eras of X-Men comics, animated series, and films, as well as several original designs created specifically for the game. This approach mirrors the studio's previous work on Marvel's Spider-Man, where alternate suits became a core part of the player experience.
Classic and Original Suits
The centrepiece of Marvel's Wolverine's wardrobe is the "Battle Reborn" suit, an original design by Insomniac that draws clear inspiration from Wolverine's iconic yellow and blue Tiger Stripe and Astonishing X-Men costumes. This suit has been reimagined with a more rugged, functional look, reflecting a world where the X-Men have yet to form. Alongside this, the game includes several original costumes, such as a bold black and yellow striped suit and an armoured black and blue variant, both unique to Insomniac's vision.
Players will also find a selection of civilian outfits, featuring Logan's trademark leather jackets, cowboy hats, and tank tops. While these are not direct recreations of any single comic look, they capture the character's established style and offer a grounded alternative to the more flamboyant superhero attire.
Comic and Film Inspirations
Marvel's Wolverine features a comprehensive set of costumes inspired by key moments in the character's history. The "Ablation Armor" is based on the 2013 comic storyline where Wolverine lost his healing factor and relied on protective gear with built-in claws. The "Age of Apocalypse" suit references the 1995 alternate timeline, complete with a red and blue colour scheme and the character's missing left hand.
Other notable inclusions are the "Astonishing X-Men" suit, redesigned by John Cassaday in 2004, and the "Brown Costume" from Uncanny X-Men #139, which remains one of Logan's most recognisable looks. The "Deadpool & Wolverine" suit is modelled after Hugh Jackman's first comics-accurate costume in the 2024 MCU film, while the "Fang" suit pays homage to Logan's brief adoption of a Shi'ar Guardian's attire in Uncanny X-Men #107.
Additional options include the "Marvel Tokon" suit, ported from the fighting game Marvel Tokon, and the "New X-Men" black leather outfit designed by Frank Quitely in response to the 2000 film. The "Old Man Logan" costume, inspired by the 2009 storyline, features a trenchcoat and a more weathered appearance, reflecting the character's future as a retired hero.
Alternate Timelines and Team Costumes
Insomniac's line-up also covers several alternate timeline and team-based costumes. The "Original Costume" recreates Wolverine's first appearance in The Incredible Hulk #181, complete with the distinctive mask whiskers. The "Stealth Costume" is a nod to his all-black look from his first solo comic in 1988, designed for covert operations in Madripoor.
The "Team X" suit references Logan's black ops days before joining the X-Men, combining a black bodysuit with yellow padding. The "Ultimate Winter Soldier" costume is drawn from the Ultimate Universe, where Wolverine appears as a Russian super-soldier with a red star and full face mask. The "Unified Costume" reflects Marvel's early 2000s effort to standardise Wolverine's look across comics, animation, and games, while the "Weapon X" suit captures the character's appearance during the adamantium bonding process, complete with tubes and a VR helmet.
Rounding out the selection is the "Xavier School Uniform" from Jim Lee's Uncanny X-Men run, the "X-Force" black ops suit from the Messiah Complex era, and the "X-Men '97" costume, which adapts the Tiger Stripe design to the style of the recent animated series.
What Remains Unconfirmed
At launch, Marvel's Wolverine will offer more than a dozen confirmed costumes, with Insomniac indicating that additional original designs may be added post-release. While the classic Tiger Stripe suit is not present in its traditional form, the "X-Men '97" variant serves as a close substitute. The studio has not yet detailed whether further costumes will be available through downloadable content, in-game challenges, or live-service updates.
For players interested in how character design choices reflect broader trends in gaming, it's worth noting that Rockstar's approach to character development in Grand Theft Auto VI, as discussed in our recent analysis of GTA 6's character focus, highlights a similar emphasis on authenticity and player connection. Marvel's Wolverine appears to be following this trend by grounding its costume selection in both franchise history and original interpretation.
Marvel's Wolverine is scheduled for release exclusively on PlayStation 5. No official release date has been announced, but the game is expected to launch with a substantial suite of unlockable suits, with further updates likely as the live-service model evolves.
In superhero games, alternate costumes are more than cosmetic. They often serve as a bridge between different eras of a character's history, allowing players to express their own connection to the franchise. For Marvel's Wolverine, the inclusion of both classic and original suits demonstrates how modern games use customisation to deepen player engagement, while also reflecting the technical and artistic challenges of adapting decades of source material to a new platform.
