Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants vs Far Cry 6

• Perspective: Primarily First-Person
• Multiplayer: Single-Player Only
• Setting: 1937 Globe-Trotting Adventure
• Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Game Pass, Nintendo Switch 2 (2026)
• Unique Feature: An authentic 'lost adventure' for Indiana Jones, presented primarily in a unique first-person perspective that maximizes immersion and sets it apart from other games in the genre.

• Perspective: First-Person (Third-Person in safe zones and during some Supers/cutscenes)
• Multiplayer: Cooperative (2 player online for campaign and Special Operations)
• Setting: Yara (Fictional Caribbean Island, inspired by Cuba)
• Platforms: PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Stadia, Amazon Luna

• Gina Lombardi: The game is a single-player experience. Indy's primary companion is Gina Lombardi, who assists him in specific missions, providing narrative context, solving puzzles, and helping in combat.
  Human (AI)

• Amigos: Provide combat support (attacking enemies, drawing fire), stealth assistance (distraction, silent takedowns), scouting (tagging resources/enemies), and fetching. Each Amigo has a unique main ability and unlockable perks.
  Various Animals (Dog, Alligator, Rooster, Panther, Robot Dog)

• Artifacts: Hidden historical and mythological items that provide deep lore and context about the ancient sites Indy explores.
• Fieldwork Notes: Optional discoveries that fill out Indy's journal and can lead to side quests or 'Mysteries' within the game's open-hub areas.

• USB Sticks: Found throughout Yara.
• Criptograma Chests: Chests are found throughout the world; they require finding two matching Criptograma Charts in the vicinity to unlock.
• Roosters: Found in specific locations or acquired as quest rewards.
• Lore Items (Notes, Journals, Posters): Scattered throughout the world in homes, bases, camps, etc.

• Action-Adventure
• Archaeology
• 1930s
• Pulp Adventure
• First-Person
• Puzzle
• Stealth
• World War II

• Dictatorship
• Revolution
• Guerrilla Warfare
• Tropical
• Political
• Oppression
• Freedom
• Resistance

• Bullwhip: Primary Tool / Melee
  Indy's iconic multi-tool. Used for traversal, puzzle-solving, and combat to disarm, distract, and strike enemies.
• Fists: Melee
  The primary form of combat. The game features a weighty and impactful first-person brawling system.
• Improvised Weapons: Melee
  Players are encouraged to use a wide variety of environmental objects as makeshift weapons, from shovels to violins.
• Firearms: Ranged
  Includes period-accurate pistols and other firearms. Gunplay is intentionally de-emphasized and treated as a last resort, with ammunition being a valuable resource.

• Standard Firearms: Various (Pistols, Rifles, SMGs, Shotguns, Sniper Rifles, LMGs)
  Conventional weapons found and used by both FND and guerrilla forces. Extensive customization with mods, scopes, and ammo types (Soft-Target, Armor-Piercing, etc.).
• Resolver Weapons: Unique/Gadget
  Improvised weapons with powerful, often unique functions. Examples: Tostador (Flamethrower), Zeusito (EMP), Discos Locos (CD Launcher). Crafted at workbenches using Uranium.
• Supremo Backpacks: Gadget/Ability (Ultimate)
  Backpacks granting powerful, tactical ultimate abilities on a cooldown. Examples: Exterminador (Homing Rockets), Volta (EMP Shockwave), Triador (See through walls and allow La Varita to shoot through). Each has custom gadget slots and mods.
• Bows: Ranged (Stealth)
  Silent ranged weapons ideal for stealthy takedowns. Different arrow types (standard, explosive) can be crafted and used.
• Melee Weapons: Melee
  Used for close-quarters combat and stealth takedowns. Often tied to gear perks.

• Gear Outfits: Modular system where players equip headwear, upper body, lower body, foot, and wrist gear pieces. Appearance of each piece is distinct and contributes to the overall look. Full gear sets offer themed appearances.
• Cosmetic Outfits: Full body outfits that change Dani's appearance completely. Do not affect gear stats or perks. Acquired through editions, progression, or store.

The game does not feature a traditional XP-based leveling system. Progression is tied to discovering new tools, upgrading the iconic whip, and improving Indy's gear. There are separate, adjustable difficulty settings for combat and puzzles, allowing players to tailor the challenge to their preference.

Ability progression is tied to collected Gear pieces and weapon modifications rather than traditional skill trees tied to player XP. Players increase their rank by earning XP, which unlocks access to better gear and weapons from vendors. Resolver weapons and Supremo backpacks provide unique, powerful active abilities and are crafted/upgraded at workbenches using gathered resources like Depleted Uranium.

The game features a hybrid design, blending linear, cinematic sequences with large, open-area sandbox hubs. Key locations like the Vatican, the Gizeh plateau in Egypt, and the jungles of Sukhothai are expansive, explorable zones filled with optional side quests, collectibles, and environmental secrets.

Yara is the largest Far Cry setting to date, a vast open world featuring diverse environments: jungles, beaches, rural areas, and the urban capital city of Esperanza. The world is divided into main regions, each controlled by a member of Castillo's regime and containing various activities like FND bases (outposts), checkpoints, and treasure hunts.

• Cars, Trucks, ATVs: Land Vehicle
  Various civilian and militarized ground vehicles for traversal and combat. Some can be equipped with weapons. Custom rides can be stored and summoned.
• Boats and Watercraft: Water Vehicle
  Used for traversing Yara's coastal areas and rivers. Includes fast patrol boats and other watercraft. Some are armed.
• Aircraft (Helicopters, Planes): Air Vehicle
  Includes various types of helicopters (gunships, transport) and planes (propeller, potentially jets). Used for fast travel, combat, and accessing certain areas.
• Horses: Land (Animal Mount)
  Can be ridden for faster traversal across land, especially in rural and jungle areas. Provide a quieter means of approach compared to vehicles.

• Guapo: Alligator
  Amigo (Combat/Tank)
• Chorizo: Dachshund
  Amigo (Stealth/Distraction)
• Boom Boom: Dog
  Amigo (Scouting/Resource)
• Oluso: Black Panther
  Amigo (Stealth/Combat)
• Chicharrón: Rooster
  Amigo (Aggressive Combat)

• Indiana Jones: Playable Protagonist
  The world's most famous archaeologist and adventurer, on a quest to solve the mystery of the Great Circle. Voiced by Troy Baker.
• Gina Lombardi: Ally
  A resourceful investigative reporter who joins forces with Indy in the Vatican and becomes his key partner throughout the adventure. Voiced by Alessandra Mastronardi.
• Emmerich Voss: Antagonist
  The primary villain. A cunning and ruthless Nazi archaeologist who seeks to harness the power of the Great Circle for the Third Reich.
• Locus: Antagonist
  A physically imposing and mysterious man who serves as a major antagonist, relentlessly pursuing Indy. Voiced by Tony Todd.

• Dani Rojas: Protagonist
  A Yaran native, either male or female (chosen by the player), who becomes a key guerrilla fighter in the revolution against Castillo's regime. Fully voiced and has a personal stake in the conflict.
• Antón Castillo: Main Antagonist
  "El Presidente" of Yara, a brutal dictator portrayed by Giancarlo Esposito. He rules with an iron fist, attempting to restore Yara's past glory through brutal exploitation and training his son Diego to succeed him.
• Diego Castillo: Supporting Antagonist / Pivotal Figure
  Antón's teenage son, who is torn between following his father's footsteps and a potential different path. His relationship with Antón and role in the regime's future are central to the story.
• Clara Garcia: Supporting Character
  The passionate and strategic leader of Libertad, the main guerrilla movement players align with. Aims to free Yara and establish a true democracy.
• Juan Cortez: Supporting Character
  A former KGB spy and the Libertad's eccentric spymaster and weapons expert. He supplies Dani with Resolver weapons, Supremos, and gadgets, believing the revolution needs overwhelming firepower and ingenuity.
• Various Regional Leaders (Guerrillas / Antagonists): Supporting Characters / Antagonists
  Characters leading guerrilla factions in different regions of Yara (Madrugada, Valle de Oro, El Este) or acting as sub-commanders within Castillo's regime. Dani interacts with them to unite forces against Antón.

• Main Story Quests
  A cinematic campaign that follows Indiana Jones on a globe-trotting adventure to various ancient sites to uncover the world-shattering secret of the 'Great Circle' before the Nazis do.
• Mysteries & Fieldwork
  Optional, fully-developed side quests found within the game's open-hub areas. These provide additional narrative context, unique puzzles, and valuable rewards.

• Du or Die: main
  Complete this early main story mission on Isla Santuario to escape the initial area and unlock Resolver weapons, Supremo backpacks, and cooperative multiplayer.
• Operation Libertad: main
  Main story missions focusing on uniting the disparate guerrilla factions across Yara and working towards the eventual confrontation with Antón Castillo.
• Special Operations
  Separate, replayable cooperative missions launched from guerrilla camps. These are distinct from the main campaign and offer unique challenges and rewards.
• Yaran Stories (Side Quests): side
  Numerous side quests received from characters throughout Yara, involving various objectives like sabotaging FND operations, helping civilians, or discovering secrets.
• Treasure Hunts
  Environmental puzzles and platforming challenges leading to hidden caches with valuable loot, often including unique weapons or gear.
• DLC: Vaas: Insanity, Pagan: Control, Joseph: Collapse
  Story expansions accessible from the main menu, where players delve into the minds and pasts of iconic Far Cry villains in a roguelite-inspired format.
• DLC: Lost Between Worlds
  A standalone expansion with a unique story and gameplay, focusing on Dani exploring mysterious fractured dimensions after stumbling upon an alien artifact.

The game is available in a Standard Edition ($69.99) and a Premium Edition ($99.99). The Premium Edition includes three-day early access, a cosmetic outfit, a digital artbook, and access to the 'The Order of Giants' story DLC. It is also available day one on Xbox Game Pass.

Available in Standard, Deluxe, Gold, and Game of the Year Editions. Deluxe includes the Ultimate Pack (cosmetic items). Gold includes the Season Pass (3 villain DLCs and Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon Classic Edition). Game of the Year includes the base game, Season Pass, Ultimate Pack, and the Lost Between Worlds expansion.

A major story expansion, 'The Order of Giants', is set for release on September 4, 2025. This DLC cleverly integrates into the main campaign's early-game Rome hub and features a dynamic difficulty system that scales the challenge based on the player's overall story progression.

Post-launch support includes a Season Pass with three major DLCs focused on past Far Cry villains (Vaas: Insanity, Pagan: Control, Joseph: Collapse). A standalone expansion, 'Lost Between Worlds', was also released, adding a new storyline and area. Free updates added Special Operations, crossover missions (e.g., Danny Trejo, Stranger Things, Rambo), New Game Plus, and other features.

• Q: Is Indiana Jones and the Great Circle a third-person game like Uncharted?
  A: No, the game is primarily played from a first-person perspective to fully immerse you in the role of Indiana Jones. It seamlessly switches to a third-person view for traversal actions like climbing and swinging, as well as for cutscenes.
• Q: When is the story set?
  A: The story is set in 1937, placing it between the events of the films 'Raiders of the Lost Ark' and 'Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade'.
• Q: Is it an open-world game?
  A: It features a hybrid design. It has linear, cinematic story missions, as well as large, semi-open sandbox hubs (like the Vatican and Giza) that are filled with secrets and optional side quests.
• Q: Is the game on Game Pass?
  A: Yes, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle was available on day one for subscribers of Xbox Game Pass.

• Q: Is Far Cry 6 open world?
  A: Yes, Far Cry 6 features a large open world called Yara, the largest in the series to date.
• Q: Can I play as a female character?
  A: Yes, players can choose to play as either a male or female Dani Rojas at the start of the game.
• Q: Is there multiplayer in Far Cry 6?
  A: Yes, it supports two-player online cooperative multiplayer for the main campaign and Special Operations. There is no competitive multiplayer beyond Arcade maps (if applicable to this version/mode) or local co-op.
• Q: Does Far Cry 6 have ray tracing?
  A: Yes, the PC version supports DirectX Raytracing for enhanced shadows and reflections.
• Q: Are there different animal companions (Amigos) in the game?
  A: Yes, players can recruit several different animal Amigos, each with unique abilities that assist in gameplay.
• Q: Does Far Cry 6's story relate to previous games?
  A: Far Cry 6 features thematic connections and Easter eggs related to previous games, particularly regarding its villains (through DLC). While there are fan theories (e.g., about Diego and Vaas), the main story of Far Cry 6 is standalone, set after FC5/New Dawn.
• Q: Can I free the entire map in co-op?
  A: Yes, the full main campaign and world activities (like liberating FND bases) can be played in two-player online co-op. Story progress is saved for the host only, but guests keep acquired items and progression.

Utilizes the Dunia 2 engine to render a visually rich open world with dense vegetation, urban environments, dynamic weather, and lighting. Supports DirectX Raytracing for enhanced shadows and reflections on PC. Features detailed character models and animations.

Standard first-person HUD showing health, ammo, mini-map, and objectives. Includes menus for inventory, map, gear loadouts, crafting, and abilities. Designed to provide essential information without being overly cluttered during intense action.

• OFFICIAL PC SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS. These specifications are for the launch version and reflect the use of the demanding id Tech 7 engine. An SSD is a mandatory requirement for all tiers.
• Laptop Performance Note: Laptop performance will vary based on the specific model's cooling and TGP. This is a technologically demanding title, and a modern gaming laptop is advised for a stable experience.
• Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P: Maximum TGP for the laptop's GPU is essential to handle the advanced graphical features, ray tracing, and maintain a stable 60 FPS.
• Laptop Consideration: Cooling Thermals: The game's visually rich and detailed environments will require a laptop with a cutting-edge cooling solution to prevent thermal throttling.
• Laptop Consideration: C P U Power Limits: A powerful multi-core mobile CPU will be critical for handling the complex physics, enemy AI, and seamless transitions in the semi-open hubs.
• Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is a critical feature for reducing latency and ensuring the best possible performance and responsiveness in first-person combat and platforming.
• Game Name: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants

• Official system requirements from Ubisoft. Performance can vary depending on specific hardware, settings, and background applications. An SSD is strongly recommended for optimal performance, especially with the HD Texture Pack, which requires 12GB of VRAM. For 4K configurations, 16GB of VRAM is recommended.
• Laptop Performance Note: Laptop models of listed desktop GPUs may work if their performance is comparable. Performance on laptops is also heavily influenced by cooling and the GPU's TGP. The estimated laptop specs below are approximate and reflect performance tiers. Modern laptop GPUs (RTX 30/40 Series and beyond) will comfortably exceed the original recommended desktop specs.
• Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P: Higher TGP in a laptop GPU generally correlates with better sustained performance.
• Laptop Consideration: Cooling Thermals: Good cooling is essential to prevent thermal throttling during demanding gameplay.
• Laptop Consideration: C P U Power Limits: Laptops with higher CPU power limits can maintain boost clocks longer.
• Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch Optimus: Using a MUX switch or ensuring the dedicated GPU is active is recommended for better framerates.
• Optimization Detail: Upscaling Tech: Supports AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR).
• Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: Texture Quality, Shadow Quality, Volumetric Clouds, and Environmental Detail, as well as Ray Tracing, heavily impact performance.
• Game Name: Far Cry 6

• Upscaling Tech: Supports AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR).
• Key Settings Impact: Texture Quality, Shadow Quality, Volumetric Clouds, and Environmental Detail, as well as Ray Tracing, heavily impact performance.

• G P U T G P: Maximum TGP for the laptop's GPU is essential to handle the advanced graphical features, ray tracing, and maintain a stable 60 FPS.
• Cooling Thermals: The game's visually rich and detailed environments will require a laptop with a cutting-edge cooling solution to prevent thermal throttling.
• C P U Power Limits: A powerful multi-core mobile CPU will be critical for handling the complex physics, enemy AI, and seamless transitions in the semi-open hubs.
• M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is a critical feature for reducing latency and ensuring the best possible performance and responsiveness in first-person combat and platforming.

• G P U T G P: Higher TGP in a laptop GPU generally correlates with better sustained performance.
• Cooling Thermals: Good cooling is essential to prevent thermal throttling during demanding gameplay.
• C P U Power Limits: Laptops with higher CPU power limits can maintain boost clocks longer.
• M U X Switch Optimus: Using a MUX switch or ensuring the dedicated GPU is active is recommended for better framerates.