Without a doubt, few sagas have been able to create stories as exciting in the world of cinema as those starring Indiana Jones, that archaeologist who is willing to do anything to ensure that the most sought after relics in the world end up in the showcases of his university, even if Nazis, Soviets or aliens get ahead. But what happened to his video games?
Indiana Jones has been the inspiring father of virtually the entire genre. of adventures in the world of video games and thanks to him we have Lara Croft or Nathan Drake hanging around PC and consoles. Curiously, the one who started it all never really knew how to adapt to the new trends in the industry and his video games only managed to stand out when they embraced genres such as graphic adventures or action titles under the umbrella of the LEGO brand. .
Video games that are authentic treasures
With four films behind him and a fifth already in theaters – practically – we are going to review the five best that, in our opinion, have never arrived for both computers and consoles. So to celebrate that very soon we will have in movie theaters Indiana Jones and the Dial of Fate, here We bring you the top 5 of the best games starring the character played by Harrison Ford.
With nothing more to say, let’s get started…
5. Raiders of the Lost Ark
We could not make a list of this style without mentioning the first cartridge of the franchise, from 1982. A classic title from the Atari 2600 era, from the early days, although At present, surely it seems quite rudimentary and outdated to you. Undoubtedly, at the time it was a very enjoyable game on home TV and it made many young people know about the adventures of this charismatic character.
4. Indiana Jones and the Rod of Kings
This game that came out in 2009 for the Nintendo Wii (and PS2) was one of the first and only times that Indiana Jones it delved into the action-adventure genre, delivering a story that, while not quite up to par with others in the saga, is one we thoroughly enjoyed. Besides, the graphics weren’t too bad for the time.
3. LEGO Indiana Jones: The Original Adventures
The LEGO formula has been a real success for almost 20 years. Simple puzzles, respect for the original material and very funny humor have been its keys. Adapting the original trilogy, for many gamers 2000’s this was his first approach to the adventures of the mythical Indiana Jones. If you like LEGO games, you can’t miss this one. You can still enjoy it on PC.
2. Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade: The Graphic Adventure
Indiana Jones is a character very familiar with graphic adventures (It is where it has shone the most, so far). This game was based on the third film in the franchise, from 1989, and is undoubtedly one of the best film-to-videogame adaptations of all time and, thanks to its success, allowed later wonders such as Monkey Island and even Day of the Tentacle, etc. masterpiece this Indy. You can still buy it here for PC.
1. Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis
The one who is considered by many as the best video game Indiana Jones brought us for the first time a completely original story, which did not adapt any of the films and which would make Indy will travel nothing more and nothing less than to Atlantis. In fact, there were many rumors that this title was inspired by a script that would be filmed and released in theaters at some point, but, as has been proven, it never happened. Haven’t you played it? You are taking time because here you have it for PC.
And you? What is your favorite Indiana Jones game?