Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions
- September 3, 2024
- Unbroken Studios
- 9h median play time
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Get on PS Store"Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions" is an arcade game that allows 1-2 players to experience Quidditch as a Chaser, Seeker, Keeper, or Beater in legendary arenas and wizarding world locations. Players can choose from Career Mode, Exhibition Matches, or Player vs Player, either solo or in online co-op with teams of up to 3. The deluxe edition includes house-themed packs and 2,000 Gold, with no microtransactions.
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Reviews
- The game captures the excitement of Quidditch and offers fast-paced, engaging gameplay.
- No microtransactions, allowing players to earn all cosmetics through in-game currency.
- The mechanics for each role are well-defined and provide a unique experience for players.
- The game requires an always-online connection, even for single-player modes, which can be frustrating.
- The AI in both single-player and multiplayer modes can be inconsistent and often underperform.
- The current 3v3 multiplayer format forces players to switch between roles, which can feel cumbersome and disrupt gameplay.
- gameplay237 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 51 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally described as fun and fast-paced, with accessible mechanics that allow for both casual play and deeper strategic engagement. However, many players find the experience becomes repetitive over time, particularly in solo modes, and express a desire for more content and variety. While the multiplayer aspect is highlighted as a strong point, some mechanics, such as the seeker role and AI behavior, are criticized for lacking depth and challenge.
“The gameplay is accessible for beginners while having the depth that allows for mastery if you put the effort in.”
“The gameplay is very fast-paced, smooth, and fluid.”
“The core gameplay is fun and addictive, with online matches with friends being a particular highlight.”
“It's fun at first, but once you understand the mechanics of the game, it becomes easy and you get bored of it real fast.”
“After around 12-15 hours, the experience starts to feel repetitive since there isn't much variety in gameplay.”
“The gameplay is so trash.”
- graphics88 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the unique, cartoonish art style while others find it lacking compared to more realistic titles like "Hogwarts Legacy." Many comments highlight that while the visuals may not be cutting-edge, they are charming and well-suited for the game's target audience, though some users express disappointment over the perceived mobile game quality and visual inconsistencies. Overall, the graphics are described as decent but could benefit from improvements, particularly in environmental detail.
“The visuals are stunning, and the gameplay is fast, fun, and thrilling.”
“The graphics and animations are gorgeous and complement the actions greatly.”
“I love the cartoony art style, the campaign mode, the mechanics of each role, and the ability to play both solo and online.”
“The graphics of the story mode are abysmal and cheap.”
“Ugly, cartoonish, and unappealing graphics.”
“Graphics look like a premium phone game and everything feels like this is a 5-year-old mobile game ported over to PC.”
- monetization87 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 66 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The game has received widespread praise for its absence of microtransactions, which many players find refreshing in today's gaming landscape. Most reviews highlight that all upgrades and cosmetics can be earned through in-game currency, with only a single-purchase deluxe DLC available. While some players express skepticism about the developers' commitment to maintaining this model, the overall sentiment is that the lack of microtransactions enhances the gaming experience.
“One of the standout features of Harry Potter Quidditch Champions is the absence of microtransactions.”
“In a world where microtransactions have become the norm, it’s shocking in the best way possible to see a game like this release in 2024 without them.”
“I 100% do not trust developers' claim that this will stay a microtransaction-free game, and I am sure that a cash shop will be implemented after they have made enough sales from the launch promise of 'no microtransactions'.”
“I love Harry Potter and have read all of the books multiple times, and put many hours into Hogwarts Legacy, but this game seems like a total low-quality cash grab and feels like it should have just been launched as a free-to-play game with a cosmetic store.”
“The absence of microtransactions is a refreshing change, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend extra money.”
- story46 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 87 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story mode has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it lacking depth and engagement. While it features a campaign centered around quidditch championships, critics note that it feels more like a series of matches than a coherent narrative, often described as short and simplistic. Overall, players express a desire for a more developed storyline and character progression, feeling that the current offering does not meet expectations for a full-priced game.
“The game features both a story campaign, the essence of which is to pass various quidditch championships in different locations, and multiplayer, which gives us the opportunity to compete with other players.”
“While I think this was a nice addition to the story mode portion of the game, my team found that these features also carried over into multiplayer without any form of matchmaking to compensate.”
“Has a bit of solo play with light story, but this is looking to be more of a seasonal multiplayer game.”
“The story mode is lacking and boring.”
“There's no real story, or fanfare, just a quick cutscene talking about generic quidditch, then the game starts.”
“The most story you get is a single chatbox with a character saying stereotypical stuff like 'you may have come out of the shadows Slytherin, but we won't allow you to reach the limelight.'”
- grinding19 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game. While some appreciate the lack of microtransactions and the sense of achievement from grinding for rewards, others find the process tedious and overly time-consuming, particularly in single-player modes. The balance between enjoyable challenges and excessive grinding remains a point of contention, with some players feeling that it detracts from the overall experience.
“Mostly positive is apt considering lag in multiplayer, frequently stops responding before a new match starts, and the season is too grindy to complete all levels.”
“Hope you like grinding away at yet another bloody battle pass that takes way too long to progress.”
“It's tedious and it's downright boring in its current state.”
- stability17 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- -12 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
The game's stability is severely criticized, with numerous reports of freezing, crashing, and pervasive bugs that disrupt gameplay, including matchmaking issues and character customization glitches. Many players find the online experience unplayable due to these technical problems, leading to a consensus that the game is a "buggy mess" that detracts significantly from its potential enjoyment. While some users note minor improvements, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly negative regarding stability.
“Runs really well; the physics aren't buggy.”
“The game maintains a smooth performance throughout.”
“I haven't encountered any crashes or major glitches.”
“It freezes, crashes, and works very slow.”
“Every aspect of this game is buggy, even so much so that matchmaking sometimes puts one of your teammates on the other team, resulting in a 7v5.”
“The game crashes every 30 minutes, and some games are unplayable due to how buggy it can become.”
- optimization11 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, running smoothly on midrange PCs from around 2015, with impressive graphics and customizable settings to enhance performance. Players report that both teamwork and individual skills are effectively supported by the game's design, contributing to a solid overall experience.
“The gameplay is smooth, the graphics are impressive, and overall, it's a well-optimized game.”
“The game runs smoothly, and there are plenty of settings to tweak for better performance.”
“Upgrading your performance can give you an advantage over competition.”
“Upgrading your 'performance' can give you an advantage over competition.”
“Graphics are simple but look really nice; my computer is about 5 years old and I can still run it at max settings without any stuttering or problems whatsoever.”
- music11 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its thematic alignment with the Harry Potter franchise and its ability to enhance the atmosphere. However, some users noted that the music can be lackluster at times, and there is a lack of in-game soundtrack during matches. Overall, while not groundbreaking, the music contributes positively to the gameplay experience.
“And, of course, the thematic soundtrack, which perfectly conveys the atmosphere of the game and brings us back to the moments when we first watched the Harry Potter movies.”
“The game has a similar UI as Hogwarts Legacy and the music is similar as well, which is a good thing.”
“Fun gameplay, great visuals, good music, very well done commentators and no microtransactions.”
“It's not spectacular; it has a tendency to crash in multiplayer. The music is pretty lackluster, and the quaffle mechanics are a little janky sometimes, but there's nothing inherently wrong with the game to the point I'd call it bad.”
“No music while in matches.”
“Maybe you can add an in-game soundtrack.”
- replayability10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game offers a solid tutorial and engaging gameplay reminiscent of Rocket League, contributing to its replayability, especially in multiplayer settings. However, some players note a lack of diversity and depth that may limit long-term replay value. Overall, while it has enjoyable elements that encourage replay, improvements are needed to enhance its longevity.
“This game contains a solid tutorial which is replayable and is very detailed in getting accustomed to the various roles.”
“The game has really strong roots and could become something great; a few notable pros are that it is similar to a Rocket League-type play style, which has great replayability.”
“It definitely has replayability <3”
“Not a ton of replay value though.”
“In the long term, the game might lack a bit of depth, which could affect its replayability.”
“However, even with the lack of diversity, there is still replay value and even more so when playing with friends.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is largely praised for its authentic recreation of the Harry Potter franchise, enhanced by a thematic soundtrack that evokes nostalgia. While some users feel the crowd dynamics could be improved, the overall magical ambiance and enjoyable flying mechanics contribute positively to the experience, making it a recommended choice for fans.
“The developers have done a great job creating the wondrous and magical atmosphere you associate with the franchise.”
“And, of course, the thematic soundtrack, which perfectly conveys the atmosphere of the game and brings us back to the moments when we first watched the Harry Potter movies.”
“While microtransactions may be a concern, the game's enjoyable core mechanics, customization options, and authentic Harry Potter atmosphere make it a worthwhile recommendation for fans of the series and sports games alike.”
“Atmosphere and crowd could be better.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is perceived as overly simplistic and aimed at a younger audience, featuring cheerful characters and dialogues that may come off as childish. This approach may detract from the emotional depth, leading some players to feel disconnected from the experience.
“This game evokes a deep sense of nostalgia, reminding me of the emotions I felt during my childhood.”
“The storyline is incredibly moving, making me feel a strong connection to the characters and their struggles.”
“I was genuinely touched by the heartfelt moments in the game, which made me reflect on my own experiences.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the character design and express excitement for future developments in the game, highlighting that even after completing the main storyline, there are still numerous challenges and engaging online play to explore.
“I love the character design and can't wait to see what happens in this game. I've already technically 'beaten' it, but there's still so many more challenges to tackle, and the online play is also very nice and stable.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, particularly in moments involving the character Molly, which users find hilarious. However, there is a sentiment that the humor could be more consistently executed without unnecessary complications.
“Don't get me wrong, it's not a big thing, and in the case of Molly, it's hilarious to see.”
“The humor in this game is spot on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
“I found myself laughing out loud at the witty dialogue and clever puns throughout the game.”
