MachineGames has confirmed that the first anniversary of their upcoming Indiana Jones and the Great Circle game will bring the new features that the gamers have been asking for, including but not limited to New Game Plus, a new character for Indy, and much more. The announcement was made by the gaming company on its social media account, where it was also very generous in acknowledging the support of the fans for the past 15 years and hinting at possible future adventures.
Now, let’s get to the bottom of this update? To start with, New Game Plus is undoubtedly the biggest advancement since it lets the player experience the game from the very start while still having all the equipment and skills of the character from the previous run. In this way, you can get rid of the old but with all the good things already collected, this is perfect for players who want to go through the story again but without the hassle of getting all the items from scratch. Besides, Indiana Jones has been given an overhaul in terms of appearance which allows the gamers to view the character from a different angle.
Actually, the response of the gamers has been nothing short of fantastic. One individual has been repeatedly saying “YES YES YES YES YES YES” which is more or less the same as the overall mood in the comments section. Another player considered it “Christmas and New Year at once” and admitted that he was “freaking out” because of the news. The general vibe of the gamers is really ecstatic especially now that they are just right after the release of the DLC that many players have already been through.
Meanwhile, there is a small group of gamers that is still making noise and not happy about the situation; they are still insisting on the third-person camera option. For example, a user bluntly said “3rd person camera it’s the only that matters” whereas another one expressed that the first-person camera is making him feel dizzy. This has been a continuous request ever since the game was launched and it is very clear that this update will not be addressing that particular wish. Some players are even asking for the photo mode, which seems to be off the list for this anniversary celebration as well.
Furthermore, the gamers are very much focused on the technical mishaps they have been experiencing and expect the update to fix them. A gamer on PlayStation reported a “Archivist bug” and his complaint was that it has been there since the game launch date without a fix. He enquired if the current update would be the one to finally sort it out. Another user represented the case in the game where their saved game was somehow overridden resulting in the complete loss of their progress just in the middle of the DLC. And another one mentioned that they cannot even access the DLC because the game says they haven’t finished the main story yet, which must be super frustrating.
But on the other hand, it is undeniable that the game is very much loved by the community. Many players call it the “best game of 2024,” while others are showering MachineGames with praises for their hard work. One gamer commented, “Loving the passion for this game from you guys” while another said, “Amazing game. We need a sequel.” It is quite clear that the Indiana Jones fans have not only shown up but are actually quite vocal in their demands regarding sequels and more DLC than what is already available.
The reactions even include a touch of internationality, as one gamer wrote in Spanish “Gracias. Y que buen DLC” which translates to “Thank you. And what good DLC.” Another gamer even asked for support of the Ukrainian language, which is a clear sign of the game’s global popularity and the diversity of players it has managed to attract.
Tomorrow’s update will make it a great time for the players to step back into the Indiana Jones world, regardless of whether they want to start from the beginning with New Game Plus or just see the new look of Indy. MachineGames has made it a point to support this title ever since its inception, and this anniversary update is their way of showing that they still have a lot of content to release. The post-launch support of such magnitude for a game that was released this year is indeed remarkable, especially when it comes with a great feature like New Game Plus that makes playing the game again more exciting.
Meanwhile, some players are already speculating about the achievements – someone jokingly said, “Just don’t add anymore achievements, I don’t want to go back in just yet and have to 100% it again… Had to do it for the DLC already.” This is the situation every completionist around the globe faces who is always caught between wanting new content and fearing the necessity to complete everything once again.
The release of this update is also very well timed as it comes at the same time as the holiday season, thus providing players with something new to discover during their days off from school or work. Moreover, it might be the moment for people who have not yet bought the game to decide to give it a try, especially now that they would be able to play it more easily due to New Game Plus.
MachineGames has built a lot of goodwill by the way they have dealt with this franchise, and this update can be interpreted as yet another strong move to keep the community engaged. From the Wolfenstein saga to Indiana Jones, they have shown that they can handle the legendary characters mixing respect with fresh ideas in the precise amounts. Let’s see if the update lives up to our expectations in every respect and who knows, maybe the third-person mode will not be a distant dream anymore. At least photo mode, players are really aching for that photo mode. The game is also available on PlayStation and Xbox platforms.
