Indiana Jones and the Great Circle’s DLC Abandons One Franchise Tradition

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The game titled “Indiana Jones and the Great Circle” offers a remarkably accurate representation of the franchise in its video game form. The narrative adheres to familiar storylines while introducing fresh elements, with the portrayal of the main character echoing authentic Indy traits. Troy Baker’s depiction of the character is spot-on, and the game effectively mirrors Indy’s characteristic, somewhat bumbling combat style.

The additional content for “Indiana Jones: The Great Circle,” titled The Order of Giants, follows suit. This side story unfolds during the Vatican segment of “The Great Circle’s” main plot, and maintains the same level of authenticity as the original game. However, in one distinct aspect, this DLC diverges from most previous Indiana Jones movies, books, comics, and video games.

Indiana Jones Rarely Flies Solo

Every Indiana Jones Movie Features at Least One Companion

In Indiana Jones’ movie escapades, the protagonist usually embarks on a solitary quest to unearth ancient mysteries. However, it often happens that another individual joins him in this thrilling adventure.

In Raiders of the Lost Ark, Indiana Jones partners with Marion Ravenwood to utilize a Staff of Ra headpiece she inherited from her father. Along for the adventure are Willie Scott and Short Round, as they all travel to Pankot Palace. In the search for the Holy Grail, Elsa Schneider, Marcus Brody, Sallah, and Indiana Jones’s father band together. Later, in Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, Marion reappears along with her son Mutt, who is Indiana Jones’s offspring. Lastly, Indiana Jones’s goddaughter joins the mission to recover Archimedes’ Dial in The Dial of Destiny.

Companions Are a Staple of The Indiana Jones Expanded Universe Too

The time-honored tradition established within the extensive universe of Indiana Jones is consistently maintained across various media. For instance, in novels like “Indiana Jones and the Army of the Dead,” the protagonist teams up with George “Mac” McHale. Similarly, comics such as Dark Horse’s “Indiana Jones and the Iron Phoenix” pair him with Russian Major Nadia Kirov. In video games like “Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis,” Sophia Hapgood becomes a frequent ally, making appearances in both LucasArts’ “Indiana Jones and the Infernal Machine” and the “Thunder in the Orient” comic series as well.

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The film “Indiana Jones and the Great Circle” faithfully adheres to this established style. Initially, Indiana Jones embarks on a solo quest to recover his stolen feline mummy. However, during his investigation at the Vatican, he encounters Gina Lombardi, an Italian journalist investigating the disappearance of her sibling. As the adventure continues, Gina accompanies Indy worldwide, helping him solve mysteries and taking part in numerous tomb raid exploits.

Indiana Jones: The Order of Giants Breaks From Franchise Tradition

In my gaming adventure, instead of having a companion like Father Ricci guiding me, I, Indiana Jones, find myself delving into the mysteries hidden beneath Rome’s bustling streets in the DLC for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, titled The Order of Giants. Since I haven’t met Gina yet, this exploration through Rome’s labyrinthine sewer system is a lone journey, just me and my wits to uncover the secrets that lie beneath.

In The Order of Giants, the absence of a sidekick creates an extraordinary adventure reminiscent of Indiana Jones, unlike any other. Without anyone to exchange witty remarks or explain ancient legends with, Indy finds himself deep in thought, and players primarily get to hear his self-spoken musings.

Although it results in a slightly less action-packed mini Indiana Jones-style adventure, it remains equally engaging. Indy doesn’t hesitate to deliver his signature one-liners beneath his fedora, and he isn’t shy about clarifying who the ancient figure is and why they play a crucial role in the DLC’s plot when players need clarification.

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2025-09-12 12:43