Marvel’s upcoming PlayStation 5 exclusive, Wolverine, has been generating a lot of buzz recently. One of the most debated aspects of the game’s latest gameplay reveal is the glowing red tracking trail that Wolverine leaves behind as he chases members of the evil ninja crime gang, The Hand, across the rooftops of Madripoor.

The gameplay, shared by X/Twitter user Blue Thunder, shows Wolverine navigating through a rooftop chase scene with The Hand, with the red line indicating his target’s location. However, some players have expressed concerns that the red line makes the chase too easy, removing any potential skill required for the player to follow the target.

However, Insomniac, the game’s developer, has provided an in-universe explanation for the red line. According to an interview with Insomniac’s community and marketing chief, James Stevenson, the red line is a visual representation of Wolverine’s incredible tracking ability, which is fueled by his heightened sense of smell.

Wolverine’s ability to track his targets is a key aspect of his character, and the red line is simply a manifestation of this ability. In the game, players will be able to see the red line as Wolverine tracks his targets, making it easier for them to follow the chase.

But what about accessibility? Some players have expressed concerns that the red line may be an accessibility feature, and that it may be difficult to turn it off. Insomniac has confirmed that the game includes a ‘Chase Assist’ feature, which allows players to toggle reduced movement speed for targets during chase sequences. This feature may also include the option to turn off the red line.

Insomniac has also included a number of other navigation assists in the game’s accessibility features list, including the ability to show a direction trail towards the nearest enemy or mission objective, and even set its color. These features are designed to make the game more accessible to players with disabilities, while also providing a more immersive experience for all players.

The red line is just one of the many features that Insomniac has included in Wolverine to make the game more accessible and enjoyable for players. With its engaging gameplay, immersive storyline, and impressive graphics, Wolverine is shaping up to be one of the most exciting games of the year.

But what do you think? Do you think the red line is a necessary feature, or does it make the game too easy? Let us know in the comments below.

**Accessibility Features in Wolverine:**

• Chase Assist: Allows players to toggle reduced movement speed for targets during chase sequences.
• Direction Trail: Shows a direction trail towards the nearest enemy or mission objective.
• Color Setting: Allows players to set the color of the direction trail.