Indiana Jones and the Great Circle received a substantial anniversary update on October 10, celebrating developer MachineGames’ 15th birthday with highly-requested features that enhance the first-person adventure experience[2]. The update brings the long-awaited New Game+ mode alongside cosmetic additions and technical improvements across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S platforms[2].
New Game+ Mode Arrives
The marquee feature of this anniversary update is the New Game+ mode, which becomes available after players complete the main story[2]. This mode allows adventurers to carry over most of their progress from their initial playthrough, including adventure books (skills), medicine bottles, currency, and any unspent adventure points[2]. Players who complete this mode will be rewarded with a new ending sequence that plays after the credits, adding fresh narrative content for dedicated fans[2].
Additional Features and Customization
Beyond New Game+, the update introduces the iconic Cairo outfit that Indiana Jones wore in Raiders of the Lost Ark, which can be equipped whenever Indy isn’t wearing a disguise[2]. MachineGames has promised that more outfit options will arrive in future updates[2].
The update also implements a new voice language system that provides unprecedented flexibility for international players[2]. This feature allows users to mix and match any of the nine available voice languages with fourteen text languages, enabling combinations such as original English voice acting paired with native language subtitles[2].
Technical Improvements
The anniversary update includes numerous bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements to enhance the overall gameplay experience[2]. Notably, the game now includes automatic detection and optimization for the upcoming ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X handheld devices, which will automatically adjust video quality settings for improved performance on these platforms[2].
About the Game
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a first-person adventure game that puts players in control of the legendary archaeologist[2]. The title has been praised for its compelling story and performances, with some critics noting it represents the best Indiana Jones content since The Last Crusade[2]. The game previously received The Order of Giants DLC and is scheduled to launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 next year[2].
This anniversary update demonstrates MachineGames’ commitment to supporting the title post-launch with features the community has actively requested, ensuring that the adventure continues for both new and returning players.
Sources:
- Engadget - Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Update Article
- The FPS Review - MachineGames Anniversary Coverage
- Image Source - Indiana Jones Game Screenshot
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