MachineGames has rolled out Update 4 for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, introducing two powerful Adventure Books that expand combat tactics alongside dozens of gameplay refinements. This update arrives just ahead of the game’s PS5 debut on April 17, with early access starting April 14 for preorders.

Whip-Smart Combat Upgrades

The highlight of Update 4 is the addition of Adventure Books, which unlock specialized whip techniques:

• "Open Season": Temporarily increases damage dealt to enemies after a successful whip strike.
• "Sleight of Hand": Pulls disarmed weapons toward Indy after using the whip—perfect for turning enemies' firepower against them.

These books complement the whip’s existing versatility, which serves as both a traversal tool and stealth weapon. Players can now purchase and activate these abilities through an improved in-game menu that clearly displays unlock requirements.

Latest Game Information

Quality-of-Life Enhancements

Based on player feedback, MachineGames has implemented:

• Cutscene Control: Skip any cutscene, even on first viewing.
• HUD Customization: Disable the center dot or stealth vignette for cleaner screens.
• Controller Support: DualSense haptics and adaptive triggers now work on PC.
• Combat Timers: Visual indicators show how long enemies remain alerted.

Critical Bug Fixes

Update 4 addresses over 50 issues across all levels, including:

• Gizeh: Fixed scorpion-clearing mechanics and temple pit exploits.
• Vatican: Resolved animation breaks during photo inspections.
• Sukhothai: Corrected Gina’s pathfinding in flooded temples.
• Iraq: Smoothed elevator sequences and final boss camera transitions.

Technical Improvements

• Ray Tracing: Enhanced global illumination and contact shadows.
• Audio: Added missing sound effects for whip combat and environmental interactions.
• Localization: Fixed Arabic text alignment and subtitle sync issues.

With these updates, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle solidifies its position as one of 2024’s most polished action-adventure games. Players can expect DLC expansions later this year, continuing Indy’s globe-trotting exploits.