Bethesda has exciting news for fans of the legendary adventurer: MachineGames’ *Indiana Jones and The Great Circle* is set to launch on PlayStation 5 on April 15 for early access, with a global release following on April 17. Those eager to dive in early can secure their spot 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 delightful promo trailer featuring two of the gaming world's most iconic actors. In the trailer, Troy Baker, who voices Indiana Jones, sits down with Nolan North, known for his role as Nathan Drake in the PlayStation-exclusive *Uncharted* series. This meeting of the actors is a nod to the full-circle moment of *The Great Circle* itself, given the clear inspiration Uncharted draws from the Indiana Jones franchise.
Adding another layer of intrigue, Bethesda, a Microsoft-owned company, has cleverly included Nolan North in their promotional material, despite his association with Sony's Uncharted. While North avoids mentioning any Sony-specific names, his knowing delivery adds a playful touch to the trailer. He jokingly suggests he's broken into the opulent setting, hinting at the imminent arrival of goons, a common occurrence for Nathan Drake.
In their conversation, North playfully questions how Baker plans to tackle Private Military Forces with just a whip. Baker points to his head, hinting at using his wits, to which North quips "headbutt," showing appreciation for the aggressive approach. North identifies as a "sidearms kinda guy... jeans... henley," while Baker teases about the always half-tucked look. Both actors bond over their love for ancient artifacts, with North humorously suggesting he'd sell them to the highest bidder, while Baker prefers donating them to museums. This banter symbolizes Nathan Drake welcoming Indiana Jones into an exclusive club of adventurers, with North declaring, "Welcome to the club." This signifies the integration of Xbox's Indiana Jones with PlayStation's Uncharted on Sony's console, making them treasure-hunters in crime. All that's missing is Lara Croft crashing through the window, claiming the boys shouldn't have all the fun.
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This move is part of Microsoft’s broader strategy to bring its games to multiple platforms, following the successful launches of titles like *Forza Horizon 5* and *Doom: The Dark Ages* on rival consoles. *Indiana Jones and the Great Circle* is the latest addition to this multiplatform push, and with its day-one launch on Game Pass, it has already attracted 4 million players. This number is expected to surge once the PS5 version becomes available.
In a heartwarming endorsement, Indiana Jones actor Harrison Ford has praised Troy Baker's portrayal of the iconic character in *Indiana Jones and the Great Circle*. Speaking to The Wall Street Journal, Ford remarked, "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." Ford's approval underscores the talent and authenticity Baker brings to the role, ensuring fans that the spirit of Indiana Jones remains intact.
