Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has received a new update that promises to significantly improve the gaming experience on both Xbox consoles and PC. This title, developed by MachineGames in collaboration with Bethesda Softworks and Lucasfilm Games, continues to polish its details with a second round of improvements that not only correct important errors, but also raise the visual quality and optimize game performance.
The update focuses especially on the graphic section, with particular attention to the Global illumination improvements. These mods, available on Xbox and PC, fix issues that caused shadows to be inconsistent and dark areas to appear too dark. brightThe result is a more natural and balanced environment that enhances the atmosphere of the game, especially in leafy areas and interior settings.
Major gameplay and mission fixes
In addition to polishing the visual aspects, this update introduces several critical fixes gameplay. For example, an issue that prevented the Indiana Jones whip from being equipped in certain circumstances has been fixed, as well as bugs affecting the character’s camera. Additionally, issues related to progress in key missions have been fixed, such as a bug in the Vatican that blocked narrative progress by not correctly executing the actions of some non-player characters.
Fixed bugs also include cases where players could fall off the map in the Sukhothai Ziggurat due to a hole in the soil, as well as problems in the cinematics that caused duplication of frames and permanent blurring after events such as near-drowning. These fixes ensure that the experience is much smoother and free of frustrating interruptions.
We have implemented Update 2 for #Indiana Jones and the Great Circle to address some known issues, including a DLSS FPS performance bug:
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— Bethesda Spanish (@bethesda_ESP) December 18, 2024
Graphical improvements on PC
PC users also have important new features. Support for NVIDIA DLSS 3, as well as full ray tracing, allow you to fully exploit the capabilities of the graphics cards GeForce RTX. This includes improvements to global illumination, detailed interior reflections, and realistic sun shadows, achieving an exceptional level of graphical immersion.
Thanks to full ray tracing, the stages take on a cinematic quality with effects of lighting and reflections that not only represent direct light, but also how it interacts with multiple surfaces. Elements such as foliage also benefit from a more accurate simulation of the light scattering, making natural environments look more alive than ever.
Xbox Specific Solutions
On Xbox consoles, users can now enjoy similar improvements to global illumination that eliminate inconsistencies in shadow areas, achieving a more natural visual balance. The differences between the original and the updated version are evident, making the game feel more refined and attractive to users. players of this platform.
Additional Patch Notes
- On PC, issues with enabling features like DLSS and HDR have been fixed, as well as performance optimized on lower-end graphics cards. VRAM.
- Added workarounds to avoid HDR and framerate related crashes on NVIDIA.
- A change is being introduced on Xbox to correct overly lit areas, improving the experience both indoors and outdoors.
As if that weren't enough, the update also addresses specific issues with save files that could previously appear corrupted without reason, thus ensuring the safety of your saves. The developers have included measures to improve the overall stability of the game, avoiding unexpected closures that some users had reported.
With all this, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle receives a treatment that reinforces its position as one of the great titles of 2024. While the initial launch had already been well received, these improvements seek to consolidate it as an essential experience both for fans of the legendary archaeologist and for lovers of action and adventure games.
Interested players can download this update immediately on their respective platforms and experience the improvements firsthand. Whether exploring the Egyptian pyramids, solving puzzles in lost civilizations, or enjoying a story full of intrigue, this updated version of Indiana Jones promises an even more exciting experience. enveloping y captivating.