The highly anticipated Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has received its first update, bringing ray tracing support for NVIDIA users and a host of bug fixes. While the game is currently in early access for Premium Edition owners on Xbox Series X/S and PC, developer MachineGames is already hard at work improving the experience. This substantial update addresses various issues players have encountered and sets the stage for future enhancements.
Enhanced Visuals and Performance Improvements
The most significant addition in this update is the implementation of full ray tracing (path tracing) for PC players with compatible NVIDIA graphics cards. This feature requires a minimum of 12GB of VRAM and promises to elevate the game’s already impressive visuals. While ray tracing is currently limited to NVIDIA users, MachineGames has confirmed that they are working to integrate AMD FSR support in a future update. Additionally, performance improvements have been implemented specifically for users with 8GB VRAM video cards, ensuring a smoother experience on larger levels.
Addressing Gameplay Issues and Bugs
A significant portion of this update focuses on resolving bugs and glitches that have affected early access players. These fixes range from addressing rare crashes during saving to ensuring the correct functionality of pre-order and deluxe edition outfits. Gameplay improvements include fixes for broken animations, interaction issues with objects, and inconsistencies with the whip mechanic. Furthermore, the update resolves issues related to specific in-game scenarios, such as checkpoint reloading, enemy AI behavior, and character interactions.
UI and Graphical Enhancements
Beyond gameplay fixes, the update introduces UI improvements, including a “Reset to Default” option in the Options menu and clearer explanations within the in-game manual. Graphical enhancements address issues with blurry bottles, character model anomalies, and occasional stuttering during cutscenes. Specific fixes for PC players address issues with Alt-Tabbing, video mode changes, and graphical artifacts.
Mission and Quest Refinements
The update also tackles issues within specific missions and quests. This includes ensuring the availability of photo opportunities and journal notes upon revisiting levels, correcting map displays for adventure books, and resolving progression-blocking bugs within certain quests. These fixes are designed to provide a more seamless and enjoyable experience throughout the game’s narrative.
Looking Ahead
This first update marks a positive step in addressing player feedback and improving the Indiana Jones and the Great Circle experience. While the inclusion of ray tracing and bug fixes are welcome additions, the developers have indicated that more updates are on the horizon. Players can anticipate future enhancements, including AMD FSR support, and potentially new features to further enrich the gameplay.
