Top 10 Games to Enjoy After Playing Indiana Jones & The Great Circle

Launched at the end of 2024, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle quickly captivated audiences, becoming a standout title thanks to its innovative blend of genres and perspectives, alongside an authentic recreation of the beloved Indiana Jones franchise. While this stellar game is difficult to surpass, it ultimately has a conclusion, leaving fans yearning for similar experiences. Fortunately, a variety of games have emerged that will delight those who cherished the Great Circle experience.

10 Star Wars Outlaws (Ubisoft)

A Sci-Fi Scoundrel Open-World Adventure

While Star Wars Outlaws may not have achieved outstanding reviews at its release, subsequent updates have significantly rectified many of its earlier shortcomings. Even beyond these improvements, it effectively captures the scoundrel fantasy that players enjoyed in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Although Kay Vess may lack Indy’s iconic charm, she’s still a compelling character sure to resonate with fans of the series.

In contrast to the first-person perspective of the Great Circle, Outlaws offers a third-person open-world adventure experience. Many fans perceived it as what the Great Circle could have been, making it a highly appealing option. With thrilling heists and dramatic escapes, Star Wars Outlaws presents all the elements a budding scoundrel envisions, alongside numerous genuine innovations that enrich the open-world format.

9 Wolfenstein 2: The New Colossus (MachineGames)

From The Same Developer Of The Great Circle

Wolfenstein 2: The New Colossus, created by MachineGames, serves as a spiritual predecessor to Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Despite its more linear approach, the title features an all-American protagonist battling Nazis through a fantastic narrative replete with humor and high production value, making it reminiscent of the Great Circle’s adventurous spirit.

As the third installment following Wolfenstein: The New Order and its prequel, The Old Blood, this game represents one of the series’ peak moments. Newcomers are encouraged to start from the beginning, while series fans will find The New Colossus to be the pinnacle of the franchise. Youngblood, with its open-world hub design, adopts some features from the Great Circle, proving itself a surprisingly enjoyable experience.

8 Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End (Naughty Dog)

An Indiana Jones-esque Adventure

Many assumed that an Indiana Jones game would adopt the Uncharted framework, generating surprise when it ultimately did not. Nonetheless, this opens the door for Indiana Jones fans to dive into PlayStation’s critically acclaimed series. While playing in order is advisable, it’s clear that A Thief’s End represents the series’ finest hour.

With an Indiana Jones-inspired hero, Nathan Drake, players traverse diverse settings, from lush jungles to ancient ruins, echoing the essence of Indiana Jones’ various excursions. While lacking Nazi foes, Uncharted offers a plethora of notorious antagonists and vivid cinematic sequences that will undoubtedly captivate Indiana Jones enthusiasts.

7 Dishonored (Arkane Studios)

An Immersive Stealthy First-Person Thriller

Despite the lack of new entries in the Dishonored series, the original games remain strong contenders for those who appreciated the world-building, stealth mechanics, and combat dynamics seen in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. The series unfolds in a plague-ridden city where players must stealthily complete objectives, face targets, and uncover secrets in an immersive sim environment.

Offering a broad array of paths to play through, the game places a premium on player choices that shape the narrative and world alike—a key feature that resonates with fans enthralled by The Great Circle’s intricate mysteries.

6 Deus Ex: Mankind Divided (Eidos-Montréal)

One Of The Best Immersive Sims

For those drawn to immersive simulations, the Deus Ex series serves up another intriguing option reminiscent of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Set in a dystopian future, Mankind Divided stands out for its high production values, closely echoing the gameplay dynamics of The Great Circle. Although not as quintessentially adventurous, it assures engaging gameplay.

The game delivers a semi-open-world experience with multiple mission approaches, allowing players to exploit their unique skills and styles. Although not aligned in tone with Indiana Jones’ adventures, Mankind Divided still appeals to those who relished the engaging gameplay loop of the Great Circle.

5 Sniper Elite 5 (Rebellion Developments)

A Sandbox Sniper Experience

Sniper Elite 5 provides another thrilling sandbox experience set during World War II, focusing on taking down Nazis. Similar to Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, this game emphasizes stealth rather than brute force, urging players to adopt a strategic approach to eliminate enemies from afar or by sneaking past them.

Building on its predecessors, Sniper Elite 5 enhances the sandbox sniper genre through more expansive environments, diversified mission designs, and smarter enemy AI. For fans of the Great Circle, this title features both familiar settings and captivating gameplay mechanics.

4 Strange Brigade (Rebellion Developments)

It’s Sniper Elite Meets Indiana Jones

Strange Brigade is a unique third-person shooter from the creators of the Sniper Elite series. Although it only has one entry, it offers a solid action-packed journey that Indiana Jones aficionados will appreciate. Set in the 1930s, players assume the role of one of four brave characters to confront the formidable Seteki the Witch Queen within ancient Egyptian ruins.

With its focus on exploring ruins, solving puzzles, and combating mummies, Strange Brigade amplifies the fantastical elements of the Indiana Jones legacy. While it exhibits a linear design compared to the Great Circle, it effectively retains the charm and humor associated with the series, offering an entertaining tomb-crawling adventure.

3 Tomb Raider: Definitive Survivor Trilogy (Eidos-Montréal/Crystal Dynamics)

The Best Tomb Raider Games

Long before the emergence of Uncharted, the Tomb Raider franchise served as the gaming industry’s tribute to Indiana Jones. The original titles retain their charm, but the reboot trilogy—featuring Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition, Rise of the Tomb Raider, and Shadow of the Tomb Raider—represents Lara Croft at her finest.

This trilogy boasts challenging puzzles, intense combat scenarios, and extensive tomb exploration, making it essential for fans of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Tomb Raider: Definitive Survivor Trilogy is a more grounded portrayal of Lara Croft’s adventures, showcasing her survival instincts in an unpredictable world.

2 LEGO Indiana Jones: The Original Adventures (Traveller’s Tales)

A Fantastic Retelling Of The Indiana Jones Films

LEGO Indiana Jones: The Original Adventures offers a whimsical retelling of the original Indiana Jones trilogy using LEGO elements. This title became one of the flagship LEGO games, artfully combining humor and family-friendly puzzles to engage both young players and die-hard fans.

Its delightful mix of comedic elements and clever references ensures an enjoyable experience. Though its gameplay diverges significantly from the Great Circle, this game is perfect for fans seeking to revisit the iconic Indiana Jones journey in a fun and playful manner.

1 Metro Exodus (4A Games)

A Hub-Based First-Person Shooter

Receiving accolades upon its release, Metro Exodus impresses players with its immersive narrative, detailed world design, and stunning graphics—traits that establish it as one of the finest first-person shooters for fans of sci-fi horror. Most importantly, it mirrors the captivating gameplay elements found in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.

Players navigate through vast semi-open regions, completing objectives and optional challenges while encountering thrilling confrontations with various enemies. While it may lack the same adventurous flair as Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Metro Exodus encapsulates many defining qualities of great gameplay and is undoubtedly worth exploring.

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