Reports suggest that Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, developed by MachineGames and published by Bethesda (an Xbox Game Studios company), will arrive on PlayStation 5 in the first half of 2025. This follows the game's planned launch on Xbox Series X/S and PC later this year.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: A PS5 Release in 2025?
Rumors of a PS5 release for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle are swirling. Industry insider Nate the Hate, known for accurate leaks regarding Microsoft's cross-platform strategies, claims the game will be a timed Xbox console exclusive for the 2024 holiday season, with a PS5 launch slated for the first half of 2025. Insider Gaming corroborates these claims, citing media outlets under NDA.
"MachineGames' Indiana Jones and the Great Circle will be a timed console exclusive on Xbox and PC this holiday season. A PlayStation 5 release is planned for the first half of 2025," Nate the Hate tweeted.
Microsoft's Shifting Exclusivity Strategy
Microsoft's approach to exclusivity has been a topic of much discussion. Earlier reports from The Verge indicated that Microsoft and Bethesda were exploring broader releases for major Xbox titles, including Indiana Jones and Starfield. While initial acquisitions secured exclusivity, Microsoft’s "Xbox Everywhere" initiative (as seen with titles like Sea of Thieves, Hi-Fi Rush, Pentiment, and Grounded) suggests a willingness to bring select first-party games to other platforms, including PlayStation.
There's no clear indication that future Xbox first-party games are entirely barred from a PlayStation release.
More News at Gamescom
Fans eagerly await further details. Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 20th, hosted by Geoff Keighley, promises a closer look at Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, potentially including a concrete release date. The event will also showcase other anticipated titles like COD: Black Ops 6, MH Wilds, Civ 7, Marvel Rivals, and Dune: Awakening.
