Wolverine

Wolverine NES is a side-scrolling action platformer released in North America in October 1991. Software Creations developed it and LJN published it for the Nintendo Entertainment System. This listing is the loose cartridge only.

About Wolverine on the NES

The story starts with Wolverine captured by Magneto and Sabretooth. He has to survive the enemies and traps of a deserted island before a final battle with the two villains.

His claws are the main attack. Press Select to bring them out, but each use drains his energy. Food and drinks, such as hamburgers and soft drinks, refill it. Beat enough minor enemies and he briefly enters a Berzerker mode.

The game is known for its difficulty. Wolverine loses energy for as long as he touches an enemy or hazard, not just once per hit. Most levels end without a boss; only the final two have one. IGN's retrospective on Wolverine games criticized the NES game for its high difficulty and for straying from the comics.

Wolverine NES Game Details

• Platform: Nintendo Entertainment System (NES)
• NES release (North America): October 1991
• Developer: Software Creations
• Publisher: LJN
• Genre: Action, platform
• Players: 1
• What you get: Loose cartridge only, no box or manual

Tips for Playing Wolverine Today

Since contact damage keeps draining energy, the safest habit is to break away from enemies fast instead of trading hits. Save the claws for when you need them, because every use costs energy. Pick up every hamburger and drink you see. The Wolverine NES cartridge plays on an original NES console or a compatible top-loader system. Check the photos on this page to see the exact cartridge you will receive.

More Marvel and LJN Games

Browse all NES games in our store. Fans of Marvel heroes can also play The Uncanny X-Men on the NES, another LJN release. LJN also published Back to the Future. Read more about Wolverine (1991 video game) on Wikipedia.

Wolverine NES: FAQs

When did Wolverine come out on the NES?
It was released in North America in October 1991.

Who made the Wolverine LJN game?
Software Creations developed it and LJN published it.

Is Wolverine NES hard?
Yes, it has a reputation for high difficulty. Energy drains for as long as Wolverine touches an enemy or hazard.

Does it come with a box or manual?
No. This listing is the loose cartridge only. It is an NES cartridge made for the Nintendo Entertainment System.

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