Mack Maloney's Military X-Files - Wolverine Explained, Singing Rocks & Why Tom Cruise Runs Like A Weirdo

The episode opens with a video game producer revealing that the upcoming Wolverine game from Insomniac will feature a much gorier, more violent take on the character than the studio's Spider-Man titles. Greg Masho, a project manager on the game, explains that the team is deliberately pursuing a mature rating, drawing inspiration from the "Old Man Logan" comic and film aesthetic. The game, set for a September release, will be a PlayStation exclusive and tells an original story, not tied to any existing movie continuity.

Inside the Wolverine Game

Masho details the creative process behind the game, noting that Marvel gives the studio significant freedom as long as they respect the character's established "bible." Wolverine cannot gain new powers like flight or lightning — his abilities are limited to his adamantium skeleton, retractable claws, and his regenerative healing factor. The game's violence is a strategic choice, not just shock value. "Anyone that has seen the trailer... a lot of limbs flying around in that one," Masho says, explaining that this approach is meant to differentiate the game from Spider-Man and appeal to an adult audience. The game has been in planning for at least four years, and the team has worked closely with Marvel on approvals for character designs and story beats. Masho also addresses the practical realities of game development: the $69.99 price