The latest installment of the Indiana Jones saga on Xbox is leveling up, and fans will be thrilled. A fresh update for "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" is being released, and both MachineGames and Bethesda Softworks have given us some insights into what’s changing. According to the patch notes, this update is set to tackle a few pesky bugs—particularly some that might have been preventing players from progressing. There are also a number of platform-specific enhancements, such as resolving DLSS issues on PC.
For those gaming on the Xbox Series X|S, expect a boost in ray tracing. The lighting is now more accurate, toning down some of the unintentional brightness that was present before. Here’s a look at the detailed patch notes for Update 2:
General Fixes
- A bug that falsely reported or hid game slots has been resolved.
Gameplay Improvements
- Indy’s whip not equipping issue has been fixed.
- A bug causing Indy’s camera to be permanently equipped has been addressed.
- Players will no longer drop and lose their camera when using quick-equip while checking out another item.
Graphics Enhancements
- The “Double vision” issue after near-drowning should clear up after repeating the near-drown.
- Reduced “stutter” caused by duplicated frames during cutscenes.
Missions and Quests (Spoiler Warning)
- Gina’s reluctance to approach the Vatican Treasure Chamber’s secret entrance has been fixed.
- Gina will no longer prematurely pick the lock at the Vatican Treasure Chamber exit.
- A hole in the floor around the Ziggurat in Sukhothai has been patched up.
PC-Specific Fixes
- Resolved performance issues related to Nvidia DLSS.
- Fixed activation issues with Nvidia Frame Generation in HDR mode.
- Solved performance problems with Nvidia Low Latency Mode and Frame Generation.
- Issues with global illumination on low VRAM graphics cards have been fixed.
- Over-bright interior lighting at certain Path Tracing settings has been corrected.
- Known Issue: Nvidia Frame Generation may require reactivation of DLSS after first-time HDR activation.
Improvements for Xbox
- Global Illumination adjustments ensure shadowed areas appear as expected.
It’s fantastic to witness MachineGames diligently refining "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle." With the holidays approaching, many will experience this updated adventure for the first time, and the ongoing Xbox Series X promotion will only add to the excitement.
Moreover, the enhancements in global illumination on consoles are particularly welcome. While using ray tracing can be a contentious issue, I commend a studio that masters this technology to elevate lighting quality.
In my review of "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle," I summed it up as follows: "Featuring thrilling exploration, perilous puzzles, and a handful of unexpected twists, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle fulfills that yearning for a classic adventure."
