In an exciting development within the gaming world, the boss of Lucasfilm Games has expressed great enthusiasm for the prospect of "telling more and more Indiana Jones stories." This sentiment was echoed in the release of "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" on Monday for Xbox Series X|S and PC. The game has received rave reviews, collecting 87 scores on Metacritic, highlighting its quality and appeal.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: A Global Adventure

Set in 1937, between the events of "Raiders of the Lost Ark" and "The Last Crusade," "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" takes players on a thrilling globetrotting journey. Players find themselves in a race against sinister forces as they strive to prevent these forces from uncovering and harnessing an ancient power tied to the Great Circle. The single-player, first-person gameplay adds to the immersive experience, making it a must-play for fans of the franchise.The success of the game has led to discussions about its potential as a franchise. In an interview with Variety, Lucasfilm Games vice president and general manager Douglas Reilly shared his thoughts. He said, "Right now, we’re focused on getting this one to the public and getting to the DLC and making this as successful as we can. I think we’re always looking for great stories. And the good news is, there’s a lot of space in between the films where we could tell more and more Indiana Jones stories that I think would be super interesting."

Developer MachineGames: A Force in Gaming

MachineGames, the developer behind "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle," is currently hard at work on story DLC called "The Order of the Giants," set to be released in 2025. Additionally, they are preparing the PlayStation 5 version of the game, which is scheduled to arrive next spring. This shows their commitment to expanding the Indiana Jones universe and providing fans with more content to enjoy.

The Canon Question: An Authentic Experience

When it comes to the question of canon within the wider Indiana Jones cinematic universe, Reilly had this to say. "So canon is such a complicated concept. It is an authentic story set between the two movies of Raiders and The Last Crusade. We work closely with the studio and franchise management. So yes, it is meant to be an authentic Indiana Jones experience, in that sense." This highlights the importance of maintaining the integrity of the franchise while also exploring new storylines.The release of "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" and the ongoing efforts of Lucasfilm Games and MachineGames have sparked a lot of excitement among fans. It remains to be seen what the future holds for the Indiana Jones franchise, but one thing is for sure - there is a lot of potential for more adventures in the world of Indy.