Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Won't Let the Unforgiveable Happen

MachineGames, the studio behind Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, has confirmed a heartwarming detail: players won't be able to harm dogs in the upcoming game. This decision reflects a commitment to family-friendly gameplay, a departure from the studio's previous, more violent titles.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: A Dog-Friendly Adventure

A Dog Lover's Paradise

While many games feature animal violence, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle takes a different approach. Creative Director Jens Andersson explained to IGN that Indiana Jones's character is inherently a dog lover. This led to a design choice where, although Indy engages in combat with human foes, any canine encounters will be non-lethal. Dogs might be present as obstacles, but players will only scare them away.

Andersson highlighted the family-friendly nature of the Indiana Jones franchise, emphasizing the game's commitment to aligning with that image. This decision is a significant shift from MachineGames' previous work, such as the Wolfenstein series, which often included animal combat.

Launching December 9th on Xbox Series X|S and PC, with a PlayStation 5 release planned for Spring 2025, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is set in 1937, bridging Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade. The narrative follows Indy as he chases artifacts stolen from Marshall College, embarking on a globe-trotting adventure from the Vatican to Egyptian pyramids and even the underwater temples of Sukhothai.

Indy's trusty whip remains a key tool, serving both as a traversal aid and a weapon against human adversaries. However, rest assured, dog lovers: no furry friends will fall victim to Indy's whip in this adventure.

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