The much-anticipated Indiana Jones game developed by Machine Games received an official name, "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle," and had its breath-taking gameplay unveiled during Xbox Developer Direct.
Launching later this year, the game thrusts players into the boots of Indiana Jones during his golden era, unraveling mysteries, exploring ancient tombs, and combating Nazis. Set in 1937, the timeline nestled neatly between the events of Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade, the game showcases Indy chasing after a stolen relic as he embarks on a globe-trotting journey to uncover an ancient mystery.
Just like Machine Games' modern Wolfenstein games, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle presents a first-person experience that switches to third-person during climbing sequences. Assisting Jones on his perilous adventures throughout the world is his new ally, Gina, an investigative journalist.
Epic in scale, the game takes players to a myriad of astonishing locations- from Egypt's sunlit deserts and the Holy Vatican City to the high-altitude Himalayas and the sunken temples of Sukhothai. These adventure-filled sites are home to numerous tombs, each hair-raisingly designed with puzzles that offer multiple solutions.
Indiana Jones' trademark whip is not left out in the game play. Players can use it for moving around, as a distraction tool, or a direct weapon against foes. The game heavily emphasizes player choice, offering multiple routes through levels that further enrich the gaming experience.
The action-packed trailer offered a tantalising taste of gameplay, including sequences of Indy leaping fearlessly from plane to plane, unleashing a machine gun's fury, and stylishly swinging from ledges while whipping enemies.
Although Indiana Jones bears the likeness of Harrison Ford, Troy Baker performs the character in the game. Indiana Jones and The Great Circle is all set to launch this year. Ready your fedoras, as this flagship game will be available on Xbox Series X/S and PC, and will also feature on the Xbox Game Pass.