The thrilling action-adventure, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, has received its second update from Bethesda and MachineGames. Following a previous update earlier this month, this patch focuses on resolving various issues across missions, graphics, and platform-specific performance for both PC and Xbox Series X|S. The game, lauded for its authentic Indiana Jones experience and impressive visuals, continues to perform well, and is slated for a PlayStation 5 release next year.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle’s latest update addresses key gameplay and performance issues.
General Gameplay Improvements
Several key gameplay fixes have been implemented in this update, addressing issues related to Indy’s essential tools and core game mechanics:
- Resolved an issue where players’ game slots might be incorrectly flagged as damaged or missing.
- Fixed a bug preventing players from equipping Indy’s iconic whip.
- Addressed a problem causing Indy’s camera to become permanently equipped.
- Corrected an issue where players could drop and lose their camera when using the quick-equip function while inspecting another item.
Enhanced Graphics and Visuals
This update also introduces graphical improvements to enhance the visual experience and fix specific visual bugs:
- Fixed the persistent “double vision” effect that could occur after Indy nearly drowns. Players who have already encountered this issue can resolve it by repeating the near-drowning sequence.
- Implemented further optimizations to reduce stuttering and duplicated frames during cutscenes, ensuring a smoother cinematic experience.
Visual enhancements and bug fixes contribute to a more polished gaming experience in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.
Mission and Quest Bug Fixes (Minor Spoilers)
Several mission-related issues have been addressed to ensure a seamless gameplay progression:
- Fixed a bug where Gina might not approach the secret entrance to the Vatican Treasure Chamber, halting mission progress.
- Resolved an issue where Gina might prematurely pick the lock to the exit of the Vatican Treasure Chamber, potentially causing players to miss crucial story elements.
- Patched a significant hole in the floor collision near the Ziggurat in Sukhothai, preventing players from falling through the game world.
PC-Specific Enhancements
This update includes several PC-specific fixes, primarily focusing on NVIDIA technology and performance optimization:
- Addressed a performance issue that could occur when NVIDIA DLSS was enabled.
- Fixed a bug preventing NVIDIA Frame Generation from activating correctly when HDR was in use.
- Resolved a performance problem that could arise when using NVIDIA Low Latency Mode with Frame Generation.
- Fixed an issue where global illumination might be completely disabled on graphics cards with VRAM below the minimum requirements.
- Corrected over-bright lighting in interior spaces when Path Tracing (Full Ray Tracing) was set to Medium or High Quality.
- Known Issue: NVIDIA Frame Generation might be temporarily disabled when HDR is activated for the first time. A workaround is to disable and then re-enable DLSS; this only needs to be done once.
Xbox-Specific Enhancements
The update also brings improvements to the Xbox version of the game:
- Enhanced Global Illumination on Xbox to address overly bright shadowed areas.
Conclusion
This second update for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle demonstrates Bethesda and MachineGames’ commitment to refining the player experience. By addressing critical gameplay issues, improving visuals, and optimizing performance across PC and Xbox platforms, this patch ensures a more immersive and enjoyable adventure for players. The game continues to receive positive reception for its captivating gameplay and stunning graphics, further building anticipation for its PlayStation 5 release.
