Bethesda’s collaboration with Machine Games for an Indiana Jones game was disclosed in early 2021. Since the initial teaser, details about the game have been sparse. Here’s a comprehensive overview of what’s known so far.
Bethesda’s Indiana Jones: Release Date
Bethesda’s Indiana Jones game lacks a release date or even a broad release window. The project, in “very early development” since January 2021, is subject to the unpredictable nature of game production cycles, possibly extending beyond five years. The Microsoft acquisition of Bethesda in 2020 further complicates predictions, but a Developer Direct on January 18, 2024, might provide more insight into the game’s progress.
Platforms for Indiana Jones Game
Originally designed as a multiplatform game, the Bethesda-Disney deal shifted when Microsoft acquired Bethesda. Presently, the Indiana Jones game is set to be an Xbox and PC exclusive, possibly launching on Game Pass. While a potential release on the rumored Switch 2 isn’t ruled out, Sony players may miss out on this exclusive.
Bethesda’s Indiana Jones Trailers
Only one trailer for the game has been released so far. Additional trailers are anticipated during the Xbox and Bethesda showcase on January 18, offering more glimpses into the upcoming Indiana Jones adventure.
Gameplay Insights
No gameplay footage has been unveiled yet. Given Machine Games’ expertise in First Person Shooters, coupled with Indiana Jones’ iconic elements like whips and firearms, an immersive first-person adventure is likely. Comparisons with third-person, story-driven franchises like Tomb Raider and Uncharted are also inevitable.
Setting of Bethesda’s Indiana Jones
While the exact timeline of the game remains unknown, it’s confirmed to occur during the “height of the career of the famed adventurer.” This rules out a playable version of specific movies like Raiders of the Lost Ark or The Crystal Skull, but the game is expected to revolve around events from that era.