Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 Release in 2026

At Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 19, 2025, Microsoft and Bethesda made a significant announcement for Nintendo fans and action-adventure enthusiasts: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, the highly acclaimed title currently available on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, will be making its way to the much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2.

Scheduled for release in 2026, this marks another major third-party addition to Nintendo's upcoming hardware lineup. Developed by MachineGames, a studio under Bethesda Softworks (now owned by Microsoft), Indiana Jones and the Great Circle debuted earlier in the year on next-generation consoles.

The game quickly garnered positive reviews for its compelling narrative, cinematic gameplay, and its faithful homage to the iconic Indiana Jones franchise.

The title puts players in the role of the legendary archaeologist, immersing them in globe-trotting adventures filled with puzzles, action sequences, and mysterious artifacts. The Nintendo Switch 2 version will launch alongside the downloadable content pack, The Order of Giants.

This DLC, already announced for other platforms, promises expanded storylines and new environments, further enhancing the game’s replay value.

By confirming both the base game and the DLC for Nintendo's upcoming hardware, Microsoft and Bethesda are signaling a commitment to bringing premium gaming experiences to a wider audience. Addressing the announcement during Gamescom, representatives from both companies emphasized their excitement to introduce the Indiana Jones experience to Nintendo's dedicated fanbase.

While the exact release date for the Nintendo Switch 2 version is set for 2026, developers have assured fans that more information on the port’s performance and exclusive features will be made available in the coming months. Notably, this move comes at a time of increasing collaboration between major publishers and Nintendo.

The addition of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle to the Nintendo Switch 2 portfolio showcases the handheld-console hybrid’s growing appeal to developers renowned for their AAA releases.

The Nintendo Switch 2, expected to launch with enhanced hardware capabilities, is positioned to provide a platform capable of running complex, graphics-intensive titles like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. With continuous updates expected as the 2026 release window approaches, fans and industry analysts alike are eager to see how MachineGames adapts the rich detail and cinematic flair of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle for Nintendo’s new system.

For now, Switch gamers can look forward to their first opportunity to join Indiana Jones on his latest adventure, as well as access the anticipated The Order of Giants DLC, once both arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 next year.

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