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Indiana Jones and the Great Circle

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a 2024 action-adventure video game developed by MachineGames and published by Bethesda Softworks.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a 2024 action-adventure video game developed by MachineGames and published by Bethesda Softworks. Set in 1937 between the events of Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade, it follows Indiana Jones as he travels the world to stop forces seeking an ancient power tied to the Great Circle.

Gameplay

The game is a cinematic action-adventure title that combines exploration, puzzle-solving, stealth, and combat. It is played mainly from a first-person perspective, while certain sequences and interactions switch to third-person.

Story

Set in 1937, the plot follows Indiana Jones as he investigates a mystery linked to the Great Circle, a set of locations that form a circle on a map. He races against hostile groups trying to exploit its power.

Development and release

MachineGames developed the game for Bethesda Softworks, with executive production by Todd Howard. It launched in December 2024 on Xbox Series X/S and Windows, and later released on PlayStation 5.

Reception

The game received generally positive attention from critics for its adventure atmosphere, exploration, and faithfulness to the Indiana Jones series. Reviews also noted its emphasis on puzzles and stealth over constant action.

Key facts

  • Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a 2024 action-adventure game developed by MachineGames and published by Bethesda Softworks.
  • The story is set in 1937, between Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade.
  • Gameplay is primarily first-person, with third-person cutscenes and contextual actions.
  • Players travel to locations including Vatican City, the Giza pyramid complex, and Sukhothai.
  • The game launched in December 2024 on Xbox Series X/S and Windows, with a later PlayStation 5 release.
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Canadian context

The game is relevant to Canadian readers as a major international release in a globally popular film and video game franchise, with availability on PC and major console platforms in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of game is Indiana Jones and the Great Circle?
It is a single-player action-adventure video game with a primarily first-person perspective.
When is the game set?
The story is set in 1937, between Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade.
Who developed the game?
MachineGames developed the game, and Bethesda Softworks published it.
What platforms is it on?
It has been released on Xbox Series X/S, Windows, and PlayStation 5.
Who is the main character?
The player controls Indiana Jones, the archaeologist from the film series.

References

  1. Xbox — https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/indiana-jones-and-the-great-circle
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  2. Steam — https://store.steampowered.com/app/2677660/Indiana_Jones_and_the_Great_Circle/
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  3. PlayStation — https://www.playstation.com/en-us/games/indiana-jones-and-the-great-circle/
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  4. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indiana_Jones_and_the_Great_Circle
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  5. IGN — https://www.ign.com/games/indiana-jones-and-the-great-circle
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