Insomniac Games has released Update 1.001.004 for Marvel’s Wolverine, serving as the Day 1 patch for the title’s launch on September 15, 2026. The most significant visual change addresses Logan’s facial hair, replacing the previous mutton-chop style with a full beard.

The update arrives as the game debuts on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro. Early reception for the title has resulted in a Metacritic score of 77.

Key Gameplay and Progression Fixes

Update 1.001.004 targets several critical bugs that could previously hinder player progress. Notable fixes include:

• Telambang Progression: Resolved an issue in Telambang where Logan was unable to slide under a specific prison door, preventing further advancement.
• Japan Mission: Addressed a bug involving Jean Grey where the character would behave incorrectly or drop off during a mission set in Japan.

Audio and Language Adjustments

Beyond gameplay stability, the patch includes a fix for localized systems. It has been reported that English voice-over (VO) would previously fail to play if the PlayStation 5 console language was set to any language other than English. This update resolves the English VO playback issue for those users.

Players can find more details on the title’s launch features through the GameDaily summary of the release. The 1.001.004 patch is currently live and mandatory for players looking to ensure the most stable experience during the Telambang and Japan sequences.