Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone

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Description

Two years after versions on other platforms, the then-current consoles got their own adaptation of the first Harry Potter book and film. Like in the computer and PlayStation versions, Harry Potter's first year at school of magic Hogwarts is presented as a 3D action adventure title.

After a tutorial at Ollivander's Wand Shop and an introductory first night at Hogwarts, the game is organized into distinct days and nights. Days mostly consist of lessons, where usually Harry will learn new spells. The more interesting stuff happens at night, of course, when Harry sneaks around the castle to do things like meeting Draco Malfoy for a duel, fighting a troll in the dungeons, and other important scenes from the film and book.

Most tasks involve platform sections, where Harry has to jump over chasms and balance along edges. Often, creatures will be in the way that have to be fought using the correct spells, and magic must also be used to solve the occasional puzzle. At night, Harry must watch out for prefects patrolling the floors of the castle to avoid getting sent back to the common room. There's also broomstick flying in the game, including a Quidditch match against Slytherin.

After classes, Hogwarts can be freely explored. At any time, it is possible to revisit school lessons to get better grades, often only possible after some more advanced spells have been learned. Also, lots of collectibles can be found both in the open and hidden areas: collecting 20 wizard cards increases Harry's health and Every Flavour Beans can be traded in Fred and George's shop for more cards and some other useful items.

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Alternate Titles

• "Harry Potter und der Stein der Weisen" -- German title
• "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" -- UK and Australian title
• "Harry Potter à l'école des sorciers" -- French title

Part of the Following Groups

• Harry Potter licensees
• Inspiration: Movies
• Theme: School

User Reviews

Fun game to play, but there were a few problems.

PlayStation 2

J W (107)

Critic Reviews

GameZone	Xbox	Dec 21, 2003	8 out of 10	80
GameZone	GameCube	Jan 02, 2004	7 out of 10	70
4Players.de	GameCube	Dec 31, 2003	69 out of 100	69
Jeuxvideo.com	GameCube	Dec 11, 2003	13 out of 20	65
IGN	PlayStation 2	Dec 09, 2003	6.4 out of 10	64
IGN	GameCube	Dec 09, 2003	6.4 out of 10	64
Next Level Gaming	Xbox	Dec 25, 2003	64 out of 100	64
GameSpot	Xbox	Dec 22, 2003	6.1 out of 10	61
Game Informer Magazine	PlayStation 2	Jan, 2004	5 out of 10	50
GameSpy	Xbox	Dec 30, 2003		40

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