Indiana Jones and the Great Circle’s upcoming story DLC, Order of the Giants, has officially set its release date for September 4, as revealed in a newly released launch trailer on YouTube. This leads to a curious question: can it truly be called a “launch” trailer when the release is still over a week away? Moreover, one might ponder whether the full title should be Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and the Order of the Giants.
Exploring Ancient Legends
The DLC promises to take players back to Rome, where Indy will delve into the ancient legend of a colossal medieval crusader believed to be buried beneath the city. His adventure will guide him from the bustling streets above to the mysterious catacombs below. The narrative hints at a connection to biblical giants, or Nephilim, which played a significant role in the overarching story of the Great Circle. However, the integration of this new plot element into the existing narrative remains somewhat unclear.
As a fan of last year’s critically acclaimed title, I find myself eager to embrace more swashbuckling escapades in the Blackshirt-occupied Eternal City. The trailers have predominantly showcased underground tomb raiding, yet I remain hopeful for the inclusion of another intricate, Deus Ex-style urban sandbox experience within this DLC, which would undoubtedly enhance the overall gameplay.
Pricing and Availability
The Order of the Giants comes with a notable price tag of , which I interpret as a commitment to quality and depth—an optimistic outlook, indeed. Interestingly, this DLC is only available through the game’s 0 “premium edition” or as a upgrade from the base game. This pricing structure suggests that purchasing the premium version upfront may be the more advantageous option for those who have yet to acquire Indy and the Great Circle, despite the somewhat off-putting nature of the arrangement.
September is poised to be a busy month for game releases, with both Order of the Giants and Hollow Knight: Silksong launching on the same day. While my enthusiasm for The Great Circle and the work of Machine Games remains high, it seems prudent to anticipate that the indie developers behind Hollow Knight may capture a larger share of the market with their release.
