Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: ‘The Order of Giants’ DLC Delivers a Worthy New Adventure
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A compelling new chapter breathes fresh life into MachineGames’ acclaimed action-adventure title, offering fans a reason to once again don the fedora and crack the whip. Released on September 4th, 2025, the “The Order of Giants” downloadable content (DLC) for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle expands upon the already impressive foundation laid by the original game.
Initial Skepticism Yields to Praise
Many were initially hesitant about the prospect of a first-person Indiana Jones adventure, and the casting of Troy Baker in the iconic role raised eyebrows. Though, as one reviewer noted, those doubts were quickly dispelled. “It didn’t take long after release…for many of us to realize we’d been wrong to doubt MachineGames,” they stated. The original game successfully captured the spirit of the beloved franchise, and Baker’s performance was lauded as a perfect fit.
A New Mystery Unfolds
The DLC plunges players into a new mystery centered around a lost artifact potentially hidden by a former pope. indiana Jones is tasked with unraveling a conspiracy tied to a centuries-old secret society. While the narrative occasionally leans into the inherent silliness of the Indiana Jones universe, it’s carried by “engaging characters and strong performances,” according to the review. A particularly endearing addition to the adventure is a helpful parrot companion.
Gameplay and Progression
Players can access “The Order of Giants” relatively early in the game, beginning in the Vatican area and expanding into newly designed locales. While veterans can fast travel directly to the starting point, the reviewer cautions newcomers against rushing in. “There are some fairly challenging stretches later in the journey, and some of my upgrades and one disguise proved nearly essential.” Specifically, the Blackshirt disguise was deemed crucial for navigating a particularly challenging segment.
The DLC maintains the core gameplay loop of the original, featuring combat encounters, intricate mazes, and explorable tombs. It’s not a transformative experience, but rather a continuation of the enjoyable gameplay established in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.
Puzzles Offer a Fresh Challenge
The standout feature of “the Order of Giants” is its new puzzles. Described as “well done and quite clever,” these challenges offer a refreshing change of pace. One late-game puzzle, in particular, requires players to solve multiple interconnected segments to progress. Difficulty options and hints are available for those who find themselves stuck, and the puzzles cleverly balance intellectual challenges with dexterity-based sequences.
A Concise, But Satisfying, Experience
The DLC is relatively short, taking approximately four hours to complete at a reasonable pace. While some players may desire a more substantial addition, the reviewer argues that this length is acceptable for a single quest line within a larger game. “That’s certainly not awful for what is essentially a single quest line in a much longer game,” they wrote, “but players will have to decide for themselves whether that’s enough to invest in.”
Final Verdict
“Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants DLC may not reinvent the game, but it provides a strong reason to return to one of last year’s best releases.” With engaging puzzles, familiar gameplay, and a captivating mystery, the DLC is a worthwhile addition for fans of the original.
Final Verdict: 4/5
Available on: Xbox Series X (Reviewed),PS5,xbox Series S,PC
Publisher: Bethesda Softworks
Developer: MachineGames
Players: 1
Released: September 4th,2025
ESRB: T for Teen
MSRP: $19.99
Full disclosure: This review is based on a copy of Indiana Jones and the great Circle: The Order of Giants provided by the publisher.
