MachineGames celebrates its 15th anniversary with a major update to Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, adding New Game+ mode, a new ending, Cairo outfit, and language options, along with various fixes across platforms.
MachineGames and Bethesda are releasing a major update for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on October 10, featuring New Game+, a Cairo outfit, and a voice-over language selector with multiple languages, celebrating MachineGames' 15th anniversary.
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Lucasfilm Games is exploring the potential for more Indiana Jones stories, following the success of 'Indiana Jones and the Great Circle,' a game set between the films 'Raiders of the Lost Ark' and 'The Last Crusade.' The game, developed by MachineGames, has been well-received and is set to expand with story DLC and a PS5 version. Lucasfilm Games' VP, Douglas Reilly, expressed interest in further exploring the franchise, noting the narrative opportunities between the films.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, an action-adventure game by MachineGames, is now available on Xbox Game Pass for Ultimate and PC subscribers. The game emphasizes exploration and puzzle-solving, with combat elements, as players join Indiana Jones in a race against SS archaeologist Emmerich Voss to uncover the secrets of the Great Circle. Set in diverse locations like Vatican City and the Pyramids of Giza, the game is praised as the best franchise entry since The Last Crusade.
MachineGames has released the first update for "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle," introducing path tracing for NVIDIA RTX GPUs, enhancing the game's visual quality with ray traced shadows, reflections, and indirect illumination. This update also addresses several bugs and promises future integration of AMD's FidelityFX Super Resolution. While the path tracing feature significantly improves graphics, it also impacts performance, particularly on the RTX 4080, though DLSS settings can help manage this. The game is now available on PC and Xbox Series S|X, with a PlayStation 5 release planned for next spring.
MachineGames has released the first update for "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle," introducing Path Tracing support for high-end PCs, requiring at least 12GB VRAM. The patch also includes various performance improvements, bug fixes, and gameplay adjustments, such as resolving issues with HDR and DLSS, whip detachment, and animation glitches. Additionally, the update addresses PC-specific issues like performance on larger levels and graphical artifacts on AMD GPUs. Future updates are expected to add AMD FSR support.
"Indiana Jones and the Great Circle," developed by MachineGames, is receiving positive reviews ahead of its official release on PC and Xbox, scoring 87/100 on Metacritic. The game is praised for its storytelling, performances, and puzzles, though some criticize its AI and management menus. Set between "Raiders of the Lost Ark" and "The Last Crusade," it marks the first Indiana Jones console game since 2009. Success could lead to more Indiana Jones stories in gaming, according to Lucasfilm Games.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, a new game by MachineGames and Bethesda, offers an exciting mix of stealth, action, puzzles, and exploration. Players are advised to follow the main quest to unlock features, adjust audio settings for better voice clarity, and utilize food for health and stamina boosts. The whip is versatile for combat and puzzle-solving, while stealth is often more effective than direct combat. Fast travel and Indy’s journal can aid navigation, and players should remember to purchase upgrades and use the camera for extra points.
The release of "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" by MachineGames has been met with critical success, sparking discussions about expanding Indiana Jones into a larger gaming franchise. While Lucasfilm Games' vice president Douglas Reilly has not confirmed future projects, he expressed interest in exploring more stories within the Indiana Jones universe, particularly in the time gaps between the films. The game marks the first console release for the franchise since 2009's Lego Indiana Jones 2.
"Indiana Jones and the Great Circle," a new video game from Bethesda and MachineGames, struggles with clunky controls and frustrating gameplay mechanics, despite its strong storytelling and cinematic cutscenes. Set between "Raiders of the Lost Ark" and "The Last Crusade," the game follows Indiana Jones on an international adventure to stop a Nazi rival from obtaining a powerful relic. While the narrative and character performances shine, the game's mechanics, including awkward controls and a restrictive stamina system, make it a tedious experience.
MachineGames has unveiled the PC specifications and released a new trailer for "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle," set to launch on December 9th for Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Game Pass, with early access for pre-orders starting December 6th. The game, which involves Indiana Jones exploring a mysterious circle connecting historical sites, requires 120GB of storage and offers various graphical settings, including full ray tracing options. It will be available on PlayStation 5 in spring 2025.
Bethesda has announced the PC specifications and global release times for 'Indiana Jones and the Great Circle,' a new first-person, single-player adventure game set between the events of 'Raiders of the Lost Ark' and 'The Last Crusade.' The game will be available on December 9, 2024, for Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Game Pass, with a PS5 release in spring 2025. Early access begins on December 6 for those who pre-order special editions. The game has received positive early impressions, with MachineGames praised for their work on the franchise.
Bethesda Softworks and MachineGames have released the launch trailer for "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle," a first-person action-adventure game set to release on December 9 for Xbox Series and PC, with a PlayStation 5 release in spring 2025. The game, set in 1937 between the events of "Raiders of the Lost Ark" and "The Last Crusade," follows Indiana Jones as he uncovers a world-shattering secret linked to the Great Circle. Players will explore various global locations, solve puzzles, and engage in combat using Indy's iconic whip.