It will be released on December 9th after more than 15 yearsfinally a real Indy game again. The Wolfenstein studio MachineGames is behind the action-adventure, which is already very familiar with the first-person view, Nazis and shooter mechanics.
However, the game takes a slightly different direction thanks to its adventure part, which is very well received by international critics. So good, in fact, that it's next to probably the best Indy titleFate of Atlantisfrom 1992 can claim.
- OnMetacriticcan Indy's new adventure currently with one86 for the Xbox versionshine. The PC version even has 87.
- OnOpencriticAll tests also give a high average rating of86 – those for both Xbox and PCgilt.
(As of December 6, 2024 9:30 a.m.)
| Store | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dexerto | 80 |
| Gamereactor UK | 90 |
| Games.ch | 91 |
| GamesRadar+ | 100 |
| GameRant | 80 |
| GameSpot | 90 |
| GameStar | 86 |
| GamingShop | 90 |
| IGN | 90 |
| Jeuxvideo.com | 80 |
| MMORPG.com | 70 |
| Metro Game Central | 90 |
| PC Gamer | 86 |
| Pure Xbox | 60 |
| Windows Central | 90 |
| XboxEra | 90 |
We at GamePro join the positive ratings with an 83.You can read our test here:
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That's what makes Indiana Jones and the Great Circle so good
So that you can better classify the high ratings, let's briefly summarize:everything praised about the game:
- The game offers the full Indiana Jones feeling - pure nostalgia!
- great characters and speakers
- Ego-Perspective
- cool cutscenes
- Soundtrack
- well balanced puzzles
- pretty and fun level design
- many side tasks
- captivating exploration
And what is criticized?
- Enemy AI
- Quests that can only be solved later
- Combat system
- immature progression mechanics (skills)
Voices from the gaming industry
XboxEra:"Indiana Jones and the Great Circle isn't your average game - it's something very special. It has its flaws, but it's an irresistible invitation to don the fedora of one of my childhood heroes, crack the whip, enjoy the thrill of discovery and embark on a truly fantastic adventure."
The Verge:"The Great Circle is full of innuendos and flourishes that scream: This is an Indiana Jones film."
NoisyPixel:"Indiana Jones and the Great Circle captures the spirit of adventure with nostalgic puzzles, detailed environments and exciting scenes. While it suffers from lackluster AI and clunky item management, its charm and spirit of discovery make it a worthwhile journey for fans of the legendary archaeologist."
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle will be released on December 9, 2024 for the Xbox Series X/S and PC (via Steam and Microsoft). The game will also be included in the paid Game Pass Ultimate subscription. Anyone who has pre-ordered the Premium Edition can start playing from December 6th.
