As the year drew to a close, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle delivered a surprisingly robust outing. Fans of the legendary movie series were eager to see how Indiana Jones and the Great Circle would bring the iconic franchise to life. Fortunately, the game didn’t disappoint. Developed by MachineGames, it offered an engaging first-person action-adventure experience, sparking curiosity about a possible sequel.
Rumor has it that Disney is keen on exploring more Indiana Jones games in the future. Though still just whispers at this stage, if this turns out to be true, any successor to The Great Circle should be mindful of its setting choices. While The Great Circle isn’t a movie, its faithful embrace of the franchise’s soul places it snugly within the Indiana Jones universe, suggesting that its follow-up could thrive by charting some fresh terrains.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle’s Sequel Should Honor the Film Franchise
Locations Featured in The Great Circle
- The Vatican
- The Himalayas
- Ziggurat of Ur in Iraq
- The Peruvian jungle
- Shanghai
- Thailand
- Egypt
Set between the cinematic events of Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade, The Great Circle ties its narrative closely to the movie saga through its choice of locations. If another game is on the horizon, MachineGames must be cautious not to choose a setting Indy hasn’t yet been seen in on screen. Venturing into uncharted movie territory could risk alienating die-hard fans and might undermine the compelling allure that made The Great Circle successful.
One of the standout aspects of The Great Circle is its seamless fit into the timeline of the franchise. Should Indy end up in a place that disrupts the story’s established order, it might lead to fan discontent. Speaking with Variety, Douglas Reilly, Vice President of Lucasfilm Games, underscored the importance of remaining authentic, explaining, "we work closely with the studio and franchise management, to ensure it’s a true Indiana Jones experience."
Indy is voiced by Troy Baker in The Great Circle.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Has Room to Explore
Despite potential limitations from future movie canon, Lucasfilm’s Reilly expressed that there’s still ample scope for creative storytelling. "We’re always on the hunt for captivating stories, and thankfully, there’s plenty of space between the films where we can narrate more Indiana Jones tales that would be incredibly intriguing." Therefore, whether The Great Circle’s sequel emerges as a prequel or dives into untold escapades set between familiar films, opportunity abounds.
The Great Circle is set to launch on PS5 in the spring of 2025.
Interestingly, a lore twist is already present in The Great Circle. It offers a unique take on the myth of Noah’s Ark, adding a compelling layer to the Indiana Jones narrative. However, altering the core lore by introducing Indy to a previously unvisited location might be a risky move.
With The Great Circle making waves, the anticipation for MachineGames to continue this exhilarating venture grows. With excitement brewing for more adventures featuring everyone’s beloved archaeologist, it’s thrilling to speculate about where a sequel might take us.
