Could the new Indiana Jones game from Bethesda be titled 'Indiana Jones and the Great Circle'? The title of the highly anticipated game seems to have been leaked ahead of the Xbox Developer Direct, and the reactions are mixed.
A title with little enthusiasm
For a new Indiana Jones adventure, one would expect an exciting title. Past titles like "Temple of Doom" and "Raiders of the Lost Ark" have managed to evoke curiosity and intrigue. Even "Dial of Destiny," despite mixed opinions about the film, sounds appealing. However, the title of the exclusive Xbox game appears to be "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle," which doesn't generate much enthusiasm among many fans.
The discovery of the title
The discovery of the potential title can be attributed to a trademark researcher named 'Kurakasis.' According to his research, recent trademark filings have confirmed the title of the game along with several related domains. The original trademark application for "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" was filed with the European Union Intellectual Property Office in July 2022.
Mobile gaming and Lucasfilm connection
Interestingly, the filing suggests that the game could also be suitable for mobile gaming, likely due to the support of Xbox Game Pass for game streaming on iOS and Android devices. The title was registered by Lucasfilm, the production company founded by George Lucas, the co-creator of Indiana Jones.
Speculations and expectations
Until the title is officially confirmed at the Xbox Developer Direct on January 18th, much remains speculative. An examination of episodes from "The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles" and a spin-off novel, "Indiana Jones and the Circle of Death," does not provide any concrete clues.
The game is set to take place in 1937, one year after "Raiders of the Lost Ark." Whether the "Great Circle" refers to an object or a group of characters remains unclear. However, the title does not seem to generate the same excitement as other titles in the Indiana Jones universe.
Conclusion and outlook
Despite the potentially less exciting title, the Indiana Jones game is in the capable hands of developer Machine Games. There is hope that it will become one of the best Xbox games. And if recent reports are true, it could even be released later this year. We eagerly await further official announcements and details about the game.
