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Despite the brand new Marvel film X-men Origins: Wolverine garnering something of a lukewarm critical response (not to mention a whole lot of negativity from the die-hard Marvel comics addicts), the official Wolverine video game seems like it may well be the most awesome comic book feature film tie-in-game in a rather long time. Despite the movie screwing with established continuity lots, the makers of the licensed X-men Origins: Wolverine movie video game have taken it upon themselves to get hold of the original source material and devise something impressive out of the chaotic mix of a film. They’ve done a pretty good job, too. The end results are there for you all to enjoy for yourself in the new Wolverine video game on the Playstation 3, Xbox and Wii.

A Wolverine video game has never really managed to recreate those unique characteristics that legions of comics enthusiasts have adored for years. However, the official new X-men Origins: Wolverine video game does seem to hit the mark, which is impressive seeing as the film itself appears to have been a massive screw-up. This could be a very rare occurrence indeed- a licensed video game that is actually better than the feature film it is based upon.

The first thing you’ll take on board is the intense combat system the game offers. It does capture some of the adrenaline-fuelled action that being the Wolverine character would allow you. His mutant healing factor adds another element to events too, and it is cool to see a mainstay of his comic book and movie incarnation managed so well by the Wolverine video game developers. Logan’s powers in this particular Wolverine video game constantly heal themselves as you receive damage, but you’ll need to take cover and rejuvenate if your life energy is sapped too much.

With increasingly intimidating adversaries to fight throughout the game, it becomes a more and more intense experience the more you play the game. Boasting impressive visuals and audio, it does dump you into the midst of the adventure, and with so many X-Men comic characters turning up throughout this Wolverine video game, there is a huge amount to keep fans energized. Another decent feature of the game-play is the ability to focus on certain aspects of Wolverine’s mutant senses by using the control pad, allowing you spot bad guys, exits and more that you could otherwise miss.

As an overall game, the X-Men Origins: Wolverine video game is a great success, offering you all the thrills of the Wolverine film with added characteristics that the feature film lacks. With awesome, beautiful visuals and powerful sound design, the game really gets you into the character and his berserker rage, and is a more than welcome addition to the number of Marvel movies tie-in games. The new Wolverine video game is superb, Bub.

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