Indiana Jones and the Great Circle – Indiana Jones is a brand that has left a deep mark in the hearts of global audiences, with adventure films that are considered the most classic in Hollywood history.

Of course, being an iconic film franchise, Indiana Jones also entered the world of video games, with titles directly based on movies, as well as games with completely new stories.

So let's explore with MarkGame Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Whether or not that expectation has been met can be seen in the following review!

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An authentic Indy making experience!

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle brings gameplay that harmoniously combines role-playing, puzzles and tactical action, fully recreating the adventurous spirit of the famous archaeologist.

The first highlight is the whip mechanism, allowing players to take advantage of Indy's legendary whip, not only to attack but also overcome obstacles and manipulate the environment.

With the whip in hand, players can use it to knock down enemy weapons, scare guard dogs, or use it to swing and climb. This versatility creates an authentic, Indiana Jones-esque experience.

One of the characteristics of Indiana Jones and The Great Circlewhich is a perspective that flexibly switches between first and third, helping to optimize the player's immersion in the game's action experience

When in the first-person perspective, players will experience each powerful punch thrown, along with tense stealth moments. The third-person perspective – used for climbing and rappelling scenes – brings a sense of drama and increases the cinematic part of the game.

The innovative and strategic combat system is another highlight. Indiana Jones has relatively good fighting ability, but he still prioritizes using intelligence and improvisation to prevail.

Players can use the environment as weapons – from bottles, random objects, to unexpected items like… toilet brushes – to fight enemies. This not only highlights the character's mischievous personality but also brings a sense of humor and uniqueness to each action phase.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle offers gameplay that combines a harmonious combination of role-playing, puzzles, and tactical action, fully capturing the adventurous spirit of the famous archaeologist

A small but quite interesting detail in my battle system Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is how MachineGames designed Indy's punches. Specifically, the left mouse is used to strike with the right hand, while the right mouse is used to strike with the left hand. It sounds a bit counter-logical, but the more I play, the more I realize this is how the developer wants players to fully immerse themselves in Indiana Jones.

This is directly inspired by Indy's fighting style in the movies. Indiana Jones is not a methodical boxer, he will not open a chain of blows with a left jab. Instead, with his right-handed instincts, Indy always starts with a powerful punch from his right hand, occasionally using his left hand to strike.

Having the left mouse correspond to the right hand is just a simple setting, but it is how MachineGames adds depth to the gameplay, making the game experience unique.

Continuing, there are ancient puzzle levels that are sophisticatedly designed, requiring observation and thinking. Hints are often hidden in the environment, forcing the player to carefully explore and connect the clues together. This brings a sense of satisfaction every time you solve a difficult puzzle, while also recreating the series' characteristic spirit of intellectual adventure.

And in case the puzzle is too difficult, MachineGames also has the option to simplify the puzzle, making it possible for anyone to become Indiana Jones.

All of these elements blend to create a captivating, immersive experience. Players will feel every adventure, every blow and every mystery discovered – all reminiscent of the movies. Indiana Jones Classic but still has a modern breath.

Open world and engaging side quests

Another of the commendable highlights of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is how the game designs hub areas to optimize the exploration factor. With three main areas: Gizeh, Vatican, and Sukothai – each location is not only where the main missions take place, but also contains a series of fascinating side content. These areas are designed as a playground with a combination of environmental puzzles, secrets, and side missions.

The side quests in the game are very diverse, from simple tasks such as exploring secret passages, searching for artifacts, to unique activities such as decoding letters or helping local people. Some quests also offer exciting surprises, such as opening up a hidden crypt or discovering the deep history of the area. These missions help the player feel that he is truly an archaeologist

Another of the commendable highlights of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is how the game designs hub areas to optimize the exploration factor.

Performing these side quests will provide the player with experience points, which can be used to upgrade Indiana Jones' skills. Besides, Indiana Jones can also participate in boxing arenas in enemy camps, allowing players to hone their own fighting skills and collect money to buy necessary items in the game. game.

The commendable point is that the side missions and secrets in the central areas are all built with a close connection to the plot or general context. This makes the game's world not only large but also deep, making players always want to come back to explore more.

Impressive images and sounds!

Graphics in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a notable highlight. Familiar landmarks such as Gizeh, the Vatican, or Sukothai are recreated in detail, from the light shining through ancient ruins to the stone surfaces bearing the marks of time. High resolution and stable performance make the game world more vivid, creating a realistic feeling when exploring.

Sound also plays an important role in enhancing the experience. The soundtrack composed by Gordy Haab brings a sense of adventure and tension thanks to its epic melodies, while also being reminiscent of the classic works of legendary composer: John Williams (Star Wars, Indiana Jonesetc).

Sound effects, from the sound of whips swinging, footsteps on stone floors, to environmental sounds such as whistling wind or birds, are also meticulously done, helping to increase the player's immersion in the character.

Although the level of detail in sound and images still has certain limits when compared to other “blockbusters”. However, both of these elements are still enough to highlight the adventurous spirit of Indiana Jones, creating a world that players will want to immerse themselves in exploring.

Graphics in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a notable highlight. And sound also plays an important role in enhancing the experience

Good voice acting

Another factor that contributes to its attraction Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is excellent voice acting, especially from Troy Baker as Indiana Jones and Marios Gavrilis as villain Emmerich Voss.

Troy Baker has brought to life an Indiana Jones that is both cunning, intelligent, and determined – just like the character in classic movies. Troy's acting is not simply imitating the voice of the actor playing Indiana Jones: Harrison Ford, as closely as possible, but also acting through charisma and intonation. If you have witnessed Indiana Jones pretending to be a priest at the Vatican, then surely you must agree that Troy Baker recreated Indiana Jones perfectly.

Troy Baker has brought to life an Indiana Jones that is both cunning, intelligent, and determined – just like the character in classic movies.

Besides, Marios Gavrilis is also no slouch in the role of Voss. He portrays an exaggerated, cheesy villain of the 80s. His unlikable, self-centered attitude, as well as the fact that he has quite a bit of screen time, make Voss easily one of the best villains in the Indiana Jones franchise.

Besides Troy Baker and Marios Gavrilis, other actors such as Tony Todd and Alessandra Mastronardi also give well-rounded performances, creating a great story experience.

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Poor optimization on PC

In spite of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle There are many bright spots in terms of graphics and gaming experience, the PC version of the game still has some performance and optimization issues.

First to mention is the “pop-in” phenomenon of surface texture (texture) and level of detail (LOD), when graphic details and shadows suddenly appear or change clearly right before your eyes. players, reducing the realism and smoothness of the experience.

Another limitation is that the game requires the mandatory use of “ray tracing” and does not provide the option to turn this feature off. This can cause difficulties for systems that are not equipped with GPUs that support ray tracing, affecting the smooth playability of the game.

In spite of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle There are many bright spots in graphics and gaming experience, the PC version of the game still has some performance and optimization issues