The latest Xbox adventure starring the iconic whip-wielder is getting a fresh infusion of excitement with the newest updates. On Tuesday, MachineGames and Bethesda Softworks announced the rollout of an update for “Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.” This update is designed to enhance the gaming experience by squashing a few pesky bugs, including some that previously hindered player progression. PC players can breathe easy as issues with DLSS have been addressed, promising a smoother visual experience.
For those playing on the Xbox Series X|S, there’s good news on the graphics front. The update brings refined ray tracing, ensuring lighting is more balanced and less glaring than before, making for a more immersive adventure. Here is a detailed look at what Update 2 has to offer:
### General
Players who had issues with game slots appearing damaged or missing without reason will find this glitch has been fixed.
### Gameplay
The pesky bug that made it difficult to equip Indy’s whip? It’s gone. The camera issues, whether permanently equipped or lost when quick-equipping, have been addressed too.
### Graphics
For anyone who found themselves with a lingering “double vision” effect after a near-drowning experience—relief is here. Simply repeating the sequence will clear it up. Plus, improvements have been made to cutscene performance, minimizing any “stutter.”
### Missions and Quests (Spoiler Alert!)
A couple of mission-blocking bugs have been resolved: Gina will now correctly approach the Vatican Treasure Chamber’s secret entrance, and some crucial story moments in the chamber won’t be missed. The dreaded floor collision bug at Sukhothai’s Ziggurat is also history.
### PC Specific Fixes
Nvidia users will notice improvements, with DLSS performance issues seen to, and Frame Generation working properly with HDR. Global illumination problems on lower VRAM cards are resolved, and lighting in interiors should be just right with Path Tracing settings.
### Xbox Specific Fixes
Xbox users can expect enhancements to global illumination, meaning shadowed areas will look just as naturally dark as they should.
### Stepping Up the Game
MachineGames deserves a high five for their dedication to keeping “Indiana Jones and the Great Circle” in top form. With holidays just around the corner and the ongoing Xbox Series X deals, this will surely attract new players. I’m particularly thrilled about their commitment to refining lighting and global illumination on consoles. While it may spark debate, I’m all for a game that embraces ray tracing because it elevates the visual experience, even on lower settings.
When I reviewed “Indiana Jones and the Great Circle,” I lauded its captivating exploration and mind-bending puzzles, saying, “This game will quench the thirst of anyone eager for a nostalgic adventure with a modern twist.” This latest update only cements that sentiment further.
