With uncontainable enthusiasm, Todd Howard, now serving as the executive producer for the MachineGames game, unveiled the gameplay details of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Howard, harboring his longtime desire to create an Indiana Jones game, shared that he meticulously planned every aspect of the game, including intricate plot points, over the years.
Expressing his enduring passion for an Indiana Jones game, Howard disclosed, “I’ve dreamt of making an Indiana Jones game for as long as I can remember. The concept, the story, Indy’s pursuit, the specific period in his life, and the character development—all of it had been brewing in my mind. As time passed, I pondered on the best studio globally to bring this vision to life, and it turned out to be my friends at MachineGames.”
Having attempted to initiate the project for over a decade, Howard’s commitment to Indiana Jones and the Great Circle was evident. In June 2023, Pete Hines, former Bethesda marketing VP, shared that those who witnessed the game’s pitch couldn’t resist the immediate urge to play it. Howard emphasized the positive reception from LucasFilm when pitching the game, recalling the overwhelming support and trust they extended to the project.
Revealing his nerves during the pitch to LucasFilm, Howard expressed gratitude for their enthusiastic response, emphasizing their unwavering trust and support throughout the extensive development process. As he presented the game during the Xbox Developer Direct live reveal, Howard conveyed his lifelong fandom for Indiana Jones, conveying his excitement to showcase the remarkable work undertaken by the dedicated team.
