Indiana Jones and the Great Circle brought gamers the first Indiana Jones game adaptation in years, and developer MachineGames was able to successfully capture the essence of the beloved franchise. Since its launch, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has continued to draw in both fans of the film series and those who love a strong action adventure experience, and it wouldn't be surprising if more chapters were on the way.
There are already clear plans to expand The Great Circle further. At the recent Xbox Games Showcase, it was revealed that the game would be getting its very first expansion, The Order of Giants. Of course, a DLC isn't a sequel confirmation, but it at least shows that there is interest in bringing more Indiana Jones content to gamers. This could easily pave the way for a sequel, and if that's the case, future games don't need the movies to help ignite hype.
An Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Sequel Would Need to Be Mindful of Which Countries It Visits
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle was a strong finish to 2024, and any potential sequels needs to tread lightly with its setting.
After Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, It's Clear That the Franchise Can Live On Beyond the Movies
Leading up to The Great Circle's release, there was a lot of excitement about the title, but it was unclear if MachineGames would truly be able to craft a game that feels like the movies. Thankfully, the developer proved that it has the skills necessary to make Indiana Jones a strong gaming franchise, too. The upcoming Order of the Giants DLC is exciting, and if successful, Indiana Jones could be a video game series with a lot of potential.
The Film Franchise May Have Taken Its Final Bow
- Harrison Ford has confirmed that Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny is his last time taking on the role of the adventuring archaeologist.
As far as it's known, there are no official plans to make another Indiana Jones movie, at least in the near future. Considering that the franchise was built through movies, it would make sense for some to assume that a sequel to The Great Circle wouldn't make sense without a film to generate hype. However, The Great Circle has shown that the games can fully stand on their own.
There may be some time before another Indiana Jones game gets announced, but at this point, it would be surprising if MachineGames wasn't given the opportunity to dive deeper into Indy's world. Just because the franchise was born from the film industry doesn't mean that it can't live on through a new medium, and video games would be the perfect new home.
Of course, a DLC isn't a sequel confirmation, but it at least shows that there is interest in bringing more Indiana Jones content to gamers.
Harrison Ford has praised Troy Baker for his portrayal as Indy in The Great Circle, saying, "He did a brilliant job, and it didn’t take AI to do it."
The Great Circle's First DLC Dives Deeper Into the Mysteries of Rome
- The Order of Giants is set to release on September 4, 2025.
- The DLC will be available for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Further details about The Order of Giants remain under wraps, but there have been some intriguing details revealed ahead of its launch. According to the official press release, Indiana Jones fans can expect plenty of staple features from the series. From a secret cult to an artifact buried beneath the ancient Roman sewer systems, The Order of Giants might be the best way to find out if more Indiana Jones is truly desired by gamers.
Only time will tell when another Indiana Jones game gets announced, if at all, but if The Order of Giants proves successful, it may make a follow-up inevitable. Microsoft has already been dropping hints that a sequel to The Great Circle is on the table, and if it comes to fruition, it will be thrilling to see how else MachineGames can bring the franchise to life.
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 87 /100 Critics Rec: 94%
- Released
- December 9, 2024
- ESRB
- T For Teen // Blood and Gore, Drug Reference, Mild Language, Violence
- Developer(s)
- MachineGames
- Publisher(s)
- Bethesda
- Engine
- id Tech 7
- Franchise
- Indiana Jones
- Number of Players
- 1
WHERE TO PLAY
Uncover one of history’s greatest mysteries in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, a first-person, single-player adventure set between the events of Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade. The year is 1937, sinister forces are scouring the globe for the secret to an ancient power connected to the Great Circle, and only one person can stop them - Indiana Jones™. You’ll become the legendary archaeologist in this cinematic action-adventure game from MachineGames, the award-winning studio behind the recent Wolfenstein series, and executive produced by Hall of Fame game designer Todd Howard.
YOU ARE INDIANA JONES
Live the adventure as Indy in a thrilling story full of exploration, immersive action, and intriguing puzzles. As the brilliant archaeologist – famed for his keen intellect, cunning resourcefulness, and trademark humor – you will travel the world in a race against enemy forces to discover the secrets to one of the greatest mysteries of all time.
A WORLD OF MYSTERY AWAITS
Travel from the halls of Marshall College to the heart of the Vatican, the pyramids of Egypt, the sunken temples of Sukhothai, and beyond. When a break-in in the dead of night ends in a confrontation with a mysterious colossal man, you must set out to discover the world-shattering secret behind the theft of a seemingly unimportant artifact. Forging new alliances and facing familiar enemies, you’ll engage with intriguing characters, use guile and wits to solve ancient riddles, and survive intense set-pieces.
WHIP-CRACKING ACTION
Indiana’s trademark whip remains at the heart of his gear and can be used to distract, disarm, and attack enemies. But the whip isn’t just a weapon, it’s Indy’s most valuable tool for navigating the environment. Swing over unsuspecting patrols and scale walls as you make your way through a striking world. Combine stealth infiltration, melee combat, and gunplay to combat the enemy threat and unravel the mystery.
THE SPIRIT OF DISCOVERY
Venture through a dynamic mix of linear, narrative-driven gameplay and open-area maps. Indulge your inner explorer and unearth a world of fascinating secrets, deadly traps,and fiendish puzzles, where anything could potentially hide the next piece of the mystery – or snakes. Why did it have to be snakes?
