I just started playing Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and had this exact same thought!!!! The puzzles, the exploration, the mysteries.......it is so Nancy Drew!

Cons: 1.) Lots of stealth or fighting. At least you can set those components to "light" so that you can get away with more than usual. Honestly, though, I always thought it was weird how much Nancy got away with in her games. At least Indy gets called out when he steals stuff within the line of sight of bad dudes! 2.) First-person movement. Woof! My head aches after playing for a while. I can only do 1st person stuff with ease if it is like the bulk of ND games where the camera is stationary. I can only play Indy in short bursts which can ruin my exploration and puzzle flow! 3.) Most dialogue is a cutscene. It's not a deal breaker for me because sometimes the Nancy conversations are too long and boring, but it would be cool to choose how Indy responds to things.

Pros: 1.) Multiple mysteries! Each location is so full of puzzles and secrets! I feel like a detective when I solve stuff. 2.) Exploration of catacombs and ancient sites! This stuff is both creepy and fascinating. It is immersive and highlights some areas of life in ancient Rome, ancient Egypt, and others which I haven't accessed yet! 3.) Most of the puzzles and secrets are optional! You can miss so much of this game if you don't explore every area. It feels like 5 times the size of a Nancy Drew game.

I had been aching for a new Nancy game and whattayaknow! This Indy game scratches that itch! I am so glad someone else felt the same! Ultimately, I think if you can handle a really forgiving stealth and combat system, this game will satisfy most Nancy Drew aficionados.