Bethesda has exciting news for PlayStation 5 fans: MachineGames’ Indiana Jones and The Great Circle is set to launch on PS5 on April 15 for early access, just ahead of its global release on April 17. Those eager to dive into the adventure can secure early access by pre-ordering the game.
This PS5 release comes four months after the game's debut on Xbox and PC, and it was announced with a fun and engaging promotional trailer featuring two of the most iconic voices in gaming: Troy Baker, the voice of Indiana Jones, and Nolan North, known for his role as Nathan Drake in the Uncharted series. The trailer captures a playful interaction between the two actors, highlighting the shared inspiration between their characters and marking a full-circle moment for The Great Circle.
In an interesting twist, Microsoft-owned Bethesda included Nolan North in their promotional efforts, despite his association with Sony's Uncharted franchise. Throughout the trailer, North humorously avoids mentioning his famous character or the series directly, yet his presence adds a layer of meta-commentary to the promotion.
The banter between Baker and North in the trailer is filled with light-hearted jabs and camaraderie. North teases about breaking into the ornate room they’re in, suggesting a typical Nathan Drake scenario where danger could interrupt at any moment. When discussing how to handle Private Military Forces, Baker suggests using his wits, while North playfully suggests a more aggressive approach and mentions his preference for sidearms and a casual, yet iconic, style of dress.
Their conversation also touches on their characters' differing motivations regarding ancient artifacts: Baker’s Indiana Jones aims to preserve them for history, while North’s Nathan Drake would rather sell them for profit. This exchange signifies a welcoming of Indiana Jones into the elite club of video game adventurers, as North extends a metaphorical invitation with, "Welcome to the club."
The promotional video cleverly positions Xbox’s Indiana Jones alongside PlayStation’s Uncharted on Sony’s console, showcasing a friendly rivalry among treasure-hunting heroes. The trailer ends on a humorous note, suggesting Lara Croft might crash the party, emphasizing the inclusive nature of this gaming universe.
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This move is part of Microsoft's broader strategy to bring their games to multiple platforms, following the successful multiplatform releases of titles like Forza Horizon 5 and Doom: The Dark Ages. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has already achieved impressive numbers, reaching 4 million players thanks to its day-one availability on Game Pass, and this number is expected to grow with the PS5 launch.
In related news, the legendary Indiana Jones actor Harrison Ford has expressed his approval of Troy Baker's performance as the character in the game. In a discussion with The Wall Street Journal, Ford praised Baker's portrayal, humorously remarking, "You don’t need artificial intelligence to steal my soul. You can already do it for nickels and dimes with good ideas and talent. He did a brilliant job, and it didn’t take AI to do it."
