It's taken a few extra months, but PS5 players can now enjoy the greatest Indiana Jones story since the 1980s.
Originally released as a timed exclusive on the Xbox Series X/S in December, "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" brings its swashbuckling ways to Sony's console. I was swept away by the initial release on GamePass, and relished the chance to don the fedora and bullwhip once again.
MachineGames does a spectacular job of replicating the look and feel of Harrison Ford's iconic performance, even without the use of AI. Credit Troy Baker for a phenomenal voiceover performance, as well as the dev team for replicating the look, feel and movement of the iconic character. The final product has earned Ford's appreciation, and ensures the character can survive well into the future.
The story is set in between the events of "Raiders of the Lost Ark" and "The Last Crusade," and crammed with knowing, loving references to the lore of the era. The globe-hopping adventures take you through Thailand, Egypt, China and the Vatican.
The game's excellent mix of hand-to-hand combat, stealth and light puzzle sequences blended with invigorating cut scenes that you wouldn't want to skip, recalls the thrill ride highs of the "Uncharted" games, which in turn were heavily inspired by "Indiana Jones."
An excellent tapestry of characters, action set pieces and twist-filled story arcs keep the narrative lively and exciting, leaning heavily into the pulpy trappings of classic Indy. The game looks great on the PS5, and the game is integrated well into the DualSense controller's unique capabilities.
Whether you play on the Xbox or PS5, "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" is a ludicrous amount of fun, and a must-play for Indy fans. Its release on the PS5 completes the circle, allowing gamers of all stripes to join in the mayhem.
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