Marvel's Wolverine Lead Actor Liam McIntyre Expresses Gratitude as Game Launches
Lead actor Liam McIntyre celebrated the release of Marvel's Wolverine by thanking Insomniac Games and the fanbase, describing his role as the honor of a lifetime.
Liam McIntyre, the lead actor for Marvel's Wolverine, has shared his gratitude toward developer Insomniac Games and the game fanbase as his performance reaches the public. Sharing a social media post celebrating the game launch alongside Insomniac community and marketing director James Stevenson, McIntyre congratulated the team on the release.
"Insomniac, you've given this nerdy kid more than he ever dreamed of," McIntyre wrote on Twitter. "No amount of thanks will ever express my gratitude." McIntyre followed up with a video message thanking players for their support on launch day. He noted that the team spent years building something they are proud of and called his role the honor of a lifetime.
While Marvel's Wolverine stands as the lowest-reviewed title for Insomniac Games since Sony acquired the studio based on critic ratings, early fan reception appears positive. The PlayStation Store reviews sat at 4.84 out of 5 stars on launch day. McIntyre is receiving particular praise for his performance, with fans responding positively and some requesting more projects featuring his portrayal of the character.
Insomniac addressed negative feedback by stating they have been listening closely to player responses following the release.
Sources
- GamesRadar+Secondary publication · recorded Sep 16, 2026Marvel's Wolverine star calls his role "the honor of a lifetime," and couldn't be more grateful to Insomniac: "You've given this nerdy kid more than he ever dreamed of"
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