Hello there, fellow adventurers! If you’ve been yearning to enjoy “Indiana Jones and the Great Circle” but find yourself getting queasy after just an hour, you’ve found a kindred spirit. I faced the same challenges with the disorienting head bob that Indy seems fond of in this first-person escapade. Fortunately, with a few adjustments in the game’s settings, I’ve managed to turn this overwhelming quest into a more enjoyable experience. Let’s see if these tips work for you too.
Now, is the game still a bit dizzying after the tweaks? Admittedly, yes. And do I hope the developers at MachineGames will do away with this head bob entirely? Absolutely, and I say that with a heartfelt plea! Until that wish comes true, though, here’s my blueprint for surviving this dizzying journey.
First up, you’ll want to dive into the “Video” section of the options menu. Here’s where I discovered the most effective change, but it’s a PC-exclusive trick, I’m afraid. Adjust the Field of View (FOV) slider to no less than 100. Feel free to push it up to 110 and experiment with what fits you best.
For both console and PC gamers, there are further alterations you can apply. Start by turning off Motion Blur (sorry to the creative minds behind that feature). This straightforward switch can make a world of difference.
Another setting you might want to consider is “Picture Framing,” listed at the top of the vivid imagery options. My setup uses “Cinematic” mode, which keeps those black bars at the top and bottom of your screen throughout. While I’m not entirely sold on this movie-like appearance, it does seem to alleviate some of that pesky dizziness.
Our journey doesn’t end here. Head over to the “Accessibility” menu next.
You probably tweaked the Field of View and Motion Blur already, so let’s move forward. Prioritize turning on Camera Stabilization and switch Screen Shake off. These little tweaks can significantly improve your gameplay comfort.
Additionally, try sitting a bit further from your screen. This one might sound simple, but it genuinely helps with the nausea. If you decide to sit back, consider bumping up the subtitle size for better readability from a distance.
And if, despite everything, you still find the experience unsettling, PC players might have the luxury of waiting for a mod to tame Indy’s enthusiastic head bob or shift the game to a third-person perspective—it’s certainly within the realm of possibility. Until such mods appear, these adjustments are our trusty allies.
Happy adventuring, and may your travels through these virtual lands become much smoother!
