The Order of the Giants narrative DLC for Indiana Jones and the Ancient Circle, developed by MachineGames and published by Bethesda, awaits you from September 4, 2025 on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series. Officially announced at Gamescom 2025's Opening Night Live, after a first appearance at the Xbox Games Showcase at Summer Game Fest 2025, this downloadable content offers a new adventure in Rome, in the ancient alleyways and cloaca maxima, the mysterious underground passages of the Italian capital.
"What dark secrets await you beneath the crowded streets of Rome? Get ready for a new Indiana Jones adventure that takes you back to the heart of Italy, where ancient legends and sinister cults threaten anyone who has the audacity (or stupidity) to look too closely. Indiana Jones and the Ancient Circle: Order of the Giants plunges you into the history of the Order of the Nephilim, the giants from the base game. This DLC, which takes place during the events of the main story, will allow you to explore spectacular new locations, solve complex puzzles, confront terrifying enemies and much more".
In terms of gameplay, Order of the Giants retains the franchise's signature action-adventure formula, blending historical exploration, complex puzzles and infiltration. The gameplay mechanics introduced in the main campaign are expanded upon here: new areas to explore, navigation phases on the Tiber, traversal of the Cloaca Maxima 's ancient sewers and participation in secret gladiatorial tournaments. The ancient-inspired puzzles, designed by emperors, promise unprecedented challenges. All in all, the game promises to be fluid and dense, designed for those who appreciated the classic handling of the original opus.
This additional content is aimed primarily at fans of the Indiana Jones saga, whether they are long-time players or newcomers won over by The Ancient Circle. It is also aimed at fans of esoteric tales and archaeological adventures à la Uncharted, with its universe nourished by biblical mysteries and mythological inspirations. In this sense, the expansion develops the lore around theOrder of the Nephilim, a society of giants formed by the descendants of fallen angels: " This story spans thousands of years, and this DLC has allowed us to further develop the history of this long period," explains John Jennings, Production Director, in a press release.
The more branched narrative structure of this DLC, coupled with the discovery of new factions such as the cult of Mithras, should also appeal to fans of rich scenarios and ancient conspiracies. The appearance of Father Ricci, a new quest-triggering character, reinforces the mystical aspect: true to the series, Indy once again sets out in search of an artifact with millennia-old implications.
Our review of the Order of the Giants DLC for Indiana Jones and the Ancient Circle :
So, what's the value of this Indiana Jones DLC? Does it live up to expectations? In terms of the base game... The answer to all these questions is a resounding yes, since this additional content extends the story with as much respect for the film franchise as ever. Graphically speaking, it's just like the base game, and that's what's so appealing! There's no change, it's all in the same vein, and the lighting effects are as striking as ever.
Gameplay-wise, nothing changes either. We continue to explore Rome's sewers in first-person view, whip in one hand, pistol in the other, navigating the Cloaca Maxima and solving puzzles that are a little tougher than usual. They're tough, but not insurmountable. On the other hand, you'll need to get out your Gaffiot (the French-Latin dictionary, editor's note...). An attention to detail (taking out your dictionary to translate live inscriptions in a dead language was a daring experiment) that will not escape the notice of budding archaeologists.
Add to this a very shady sect living in the underground, and you have an "almost" hui clos that's thrilling, well-crafted and always with that unconditional love for the Indiana Jones saga. Consume without moderation, if you haven't already!
Players who have opted for thePremium Edition, Collector's Edition or Premium Upgrade via Game Pass will automatically have access to Order of the Giants at no extra cost. Those who pre-ordered these editions had already seen the name of the DLC in the bonus digital content.
Finally, the developers promise a darker, more claustrophobic atmosphere. The forgotten catacombs become "much more sinister", and the "terrifying" enemies represent a real turning point in the game's tone. It's the perfect atmosphere to give the whip-smart archaeologist a taste of mythical, deadly adventure. In the meantime, let's delve into the legend of the Ancient Circle... At your controls!
For other trailers, click here:
This page may contain AI-assisted elements, more information here.
