Hey there, fellow adventurer grappling with a touch of motion sickness while trying to enjoy Indiana Jones and the Great Circle! If you find yourself unable to stay in the game for more than an hour, you’re in good company. I, too, had a hard time with Indy’s bobbing head in this first-person escapade. But don’t worry—I’ve navigated through the setting tweaks in the options menu and found a way to make gaming more enjoyable. Hopefully, these tips will make your journey smoother, too.
Sure, the experience still has its dizzying moments. And, yes, I’d love for MachineGames to completely eliminate that pesky head bob. Please, just do it already! While we wait for that miraculous update, though, here are some suggestions to help tackle this thrilling adventure.
Let’s dive into the options menu and head straight to “Video.” Start with adjusting the most impactful setting, which, alas, is exclusive to PC players. Increase the Field of View slider to at least 100. Feel free to push it to 110 if you’re feeling adventurous—trial and error will help you find the sweet spot.
Now, some settings anyone can alter regardless of playing on console or PC. Head over to Motion Blur and switch it to “off”—sorry to the creative minds behind this visual choice.
Another option to consider is the “Picture Framing” setting at the very top. I’ve put my entire game in “Cinematic” mode, which frames both gameplay and cutscenes with black bars. While I find this look a bit gimmicky, it surprisingly reduces my nausea levels.
We aren’t done yet. Jump over to the “Accessibility” menu next.
Here, you’ll see the Field of View and Motion Blur settings again—we’ve tackled those already, right?
Now, the crucial adjustments: turn on Camera Stabilization and turn off Screen Shake. These can make a world of difference.
Finally, try playing from a bit farther away from the screen; it can really help alleviate discomfort. While you’re setting this up, feel free to increase subtitle size to ensure you don’t miss dialogue while sitting back.
If all else fails and you’re on a PC, you might consider waiting for a mod that deals with Indy’s never-ending head bob or one that shifts the game to a third-person view. It’s definitely a feasible fix. Meanwhile, these temporary bandaids should help bridge the gap!
