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Quidditch

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gaming2 years ago

"Expanding the Wizarding World: New Harry Potter Games Teased and Announced"

Warner Bros Interactive Entertainment president David Haddad confirmed that Hogwarts Legacy has sold over 22 million copies and teased "a series of other things" for games set in the wizarding world of Harry Potter, including the upcoming competitive multiplayer Quidditch game and other projects that will allow fans to engage with the world and characters in deeper ways. The Quidditch game is set to launch for consoles and PC and has been in development for several years, with the aim of delighting fans.

gaming2 years ago

"UK Gaming Sales Report: 'Hogwarts Legacy' Dominates 2023, PS5 Leads Christmas Market"

"Hogwarts Legacy" has sold 22 million copies and accumulated 707 million hours played since its launch, with plans for a Quidditch game and other additions to the Potterverse's video game world. Warner Bros. Games is prioritizing its franchises and IP, with a focus on live services, multi-platform, and free-to-play extensions to engage fans and keep their franchises relevant and exciting.

gaming2 years ago

"Hogwarts Legacy: A Free New Harry Potter, Co-op Adventure, and a Script Flip"

Fans of Hogwarts Legacy may have a chance to play the upcoming free-to-play game, Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions, sooner than expected. A new playtest is currently underway and will end on October 27, 2023, with registration open for PC Steam users. While the closed playtest is restricted to a select group, a more public playtest is likely to follow. Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions, which allows players to experience the popular wizarding sport, does not have a release date yet but is anticipated to launch in 2024.

gaming2 years ago

Leaked Quidditch Champions Gameplay Looks Promising

Gameplay footage of the upcoming Harry Potter Quidditch game has leaked online, revealing a complex but visually clean game with extensive customization options for players. The game is being developed by Unbroken Studios and is expected to be a multiplayer game available on PC and consoles. Warner Bros is hoping for a Rocket League-style hit and the game may end up being free-to-play.

gaming2 years ago

The Quidditch Controversy Surrounding Hogwarts Legacy and Harry Potter Games

Warner Bros. has announced a new game, Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions, which will be a competitive multiplayer game developed by Unbroken under the Harry Potter-specific Portkey Games label. The game will include "other broomstick adventures" and is currently open for registration for a playtest. The absence of Quidditch in Hogwarts Legacy was probably due to the complexity of developing an entire separate sport, hence the separate game here.

gaming2 years ago

"New Harry Potter Quidditch Game Takes Flight with Multiplayer Mode"

Warner Bros. Games has announced a new game set in the wizarding world called Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions, which will center around the beloved fictional sport. The game is being developed by WB Games, Portkey Games, and Unbroken Studios, and will allow players to play as one of the four positions in Quidditch. The game is presently in limited playtests and will require an internet connection to play. The announcement comes after the controversial RPG Hogwarts Legacy, which had no Quidditch, was released.

gaming2 years ago

WB Announces New Multiplayer Harry Potter Quidditch Game

WB Games and Unbroken Studios are developing a standalone game based on the wizarding sport Quidditch, called Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions. The game has been in development for several years and fans are being asked to test it out. It is not yet known which consoles will be compatible or when the game will be released. The game will be published under the Portkey Games label, which is WB Games' in-house publisher for titles inspired by the Harry Potter universe. Players will be able to create and customize their own character and will need an internet connection to play.

gaming2 years ago

"Harry Potter's Quidditch Champions Goes Online with Multiplayer Game"

WB Games has announced a new Harry Potter game, Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions, which is a fast-paced, competitive multiplayer game that will be available on PC and consoles. The game has been developed by Unbroken Studios and is a standalone Quidditch experience that engages players in the sport of Quidditch and other broomstick adventures alongside friends in a competitive, multiplayer setting. The game is not a direct adaptation of any of the existing Harry Potter books or films, and J.K. Rowling was not involved in its creation. WB Games is accepting signups for "limited" playtests, and the game does not have a release date yet.

gaming2 years ago

"WB Unveils Online Multiplayer Harry Potter Quidditch Game"

Warner Bros. has announced a new competitive multiplayer game called Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions, based on the fictional sport from the Harry Potter novels. The game's website features a sign-up portal for play testers and a FAQ that highlights details about the game, its publisher Portkey Games, and the involvement of J.K. Rowling, who has been criticized for her transphobic views. The release date and platforms for the game have not been announced.

gaming2 years ago

Warner Bros. announces new competitive Harry Potter Quidditch game with online multiplayer.

Warner Bros. Games has announced the upcoming release of Harry Potter Quidditch Champions, a fast-paced, competitive multiplayer game for PC and unconfirmed console platforms. Developed by Unbroken Studios, the game allows players to create and customize their own Quidditch players and engage in broomstick adventures with friends in a competitive, multiplayer setting. The game will require an internet connection and is set to be published under Warner's Portkey Games label, but no release date has been announced yet.