The world of video games is about to witness a historic change, as the legendary Harrison Ford passes on the whip to a new voice actor for the upcoming “Indiana Jones and the Great Circle” game. The game, developed by MachineGames and published by Bethesda Softworks, is set to release in 2024 as an Xbox Series X exclusive.

The game was officially announced on January 18, during Xbox’s Developer_Direct event, where fans were treated to a thrilling trailer that showcased the game’s stunning graphics, action-packed gameplay, and immersive story. The trailer also revealed a surprising twist: the voice of Indiana Jones, the iconic archaeologist and adventurer, was not that of Harrison Ford, who has portrayed the character in four movies and several video games.

Instead, the voice of Indy was that of Troy Baker, a renowned video game actor who has voiced characters such as Joel in “The Last of Us,” Booker DeWitt in “Bioshock Infinite,” and Sam Drake in “Uncharted 4.” Baker’s casting was confirmed by Entertainment Weekly (EW), who reported that Ford had decided to step down from the role after his last appearance in “Dial of Destiny,” a 2023 movie that concluded the Indiana Jones saga.

Ford, who is 81 years old, had expressed his desire to retire from the character during the press tour for “Dial of Destiny,” saying that he wanted to pass on the legacy to a younger generation. He also praised Baker’s performance, saying that he was impressed by his ability to capture the essence of Indy.

Baker, who is a huge fan of the Indiana Jones franchise, said that he was honored and humbled to take on the role, and that he hoped to do justice to Ford’s legacy. He also thanked MachineGames and Bethesda for giving him the opportunity, and said that he was excited to work with them on creating a new and original adventure for Indy.

“Indiana Jones and the Great Circle” is set in 1937, between the events of “Raiders of the Lost Ark” and “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.” The game follows Indy as he travels around the world, from the Vatican to Egypt to the Himalayas, in search of a mysterious artifact known as the Great Circle, which is said to hold the secrets of the ancient civilizations. Along the way, he will face dangers, puzzles, and enemies, as well as encounter familiar faces and new allies.

The game is developed in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games and Bethesda’s creative director Todd Howard, who is also a lifelong fan of Indiana Jones. Howard, who is best known for his work on the “Elder Scrolls” and “Fallout” series, said that he was thrilled to be involved in the project, and that he wanted to create a game that would honor the spirit and authenticity of the franchise.

“Indiana Jones and the Great Circle” is expected to be a console exclusive for Xbox Series X and PC, and will be available on Xbox Game Pass from its launch day. The game will not be released on PS5 or PS4, due to Microsoft’s acquisition of Bethesda in 2021 for $7.5 billion, which made MachineGames a part of Microsoft Gaming.

The game is one of the most anticipated titles of 2024, and has generated a lot of buzz among fans, critics, and gamers alike. The game promises to deliver a thrilling and immersive experience that will make players feel like they are Indiana Jones, and will appeal to both longtime fans and newcomers to the franchise. The game is set to be a fitting tribute to Harrison Ford’s legacy, and a welcome introduction to Troy Baker’s voice.

More About Troy Baker

1. Troy Baker was born on April 1, 1976 in Dallas, Texas, U.S. He is married to Pamela Walworth since 2012 and has a son named Traveller Hyde.
2. He began his voice acting career doing radio commercials in Dallas and then moved to Los Angeles to work on anime and video games. He has voiced characters in over 400 titles, including anime, video games, animated series, and films.
3. He is best known for his roles as Joel Miller in The Last of Us franchise, Booker DeWitt in BioShock Infinite, Samuel Drake in Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End and Uncharted: The Lost Legacy, and Higgs Monaghan in Death Stranding. He has won several awards and nominations for his performances, including five BAFTA Games Awards nominations.
4. He has also voiced Batman, The Joker, Hawkeye, and Loki in various media, and has provided voices for a number of English dubs of anime, such as Bleach, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, Naruto: Shippuden, and Code Geass.
5. He is also a musician and has released two solo albums, Sitting in the Fire (2014) and Moving Around Bias (2017), as well as an album with his former band Tripp Fontaine, Random Thoughts on a Paper Napkin (2004). He plays guitar and sings, and has performed live at various events and conventions.

Career Highlights of Troy Baker