Ever since “Hogwarts Legacy” was launched, it was as if gamers had forgotten all the other “Harry Potter” video games created before “Legacy” – even the avid “Potter” fans – and PVP Live cannot blame them. “Hogwarts Legacy” is a blast! So, let’s refresh your memory and look back at the best “Harry Potter” games of all time, other than the game by Avalanche Software and Warner Bros. Games.
1. ‘Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets’ By EA’
This game by EA is not the only game of its kind officially tied in with “Chamber of Secrets,” but EA’s is the best. Though “Chamber of Secrets” is not the best Harry Potter movie – you’ll agree, right? – the heart-stopping adventures in the film are enough to make its game version equally thrilling. It follows the same plot, such as the flying car, the wailing Mandrake in the Herbology class, and the Serpent of Slytherin.
Aside from this plot largely inspired by the movie, it also plays fantastic music that gives all its gamers a treat. In every sense, it’s the suitable Harry Potter game for every mood.
2. ‘Lego Harry Potter: Years 5–7’
Okay, calm down. There are two “LEGO Harry Potter” games on this list, but it’s the latter that makes it to the second place. “Years 5-7” is the sequel to “Years 1-4” and features the story of the Boy Who Lived engaged in the climactic Battle of Hogwarts.
While the visuals and how the characters look are not the best, this video game is ranked higher because of everything it is strong at – brilliant design, exciting gameplay, and a sense of humor that you won’t find in other Harry Potter games. It is also available in multiplayer and co-op modes, which allow you and your friends to make mischief and magic in the Wizarding World.
3. ‘Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban’
Apologies if the titles here are stated precisely the same as those of the movies and books. Why not? J. K. Rowling has made her titles a cult classic that there’s no need to change the way they sound. The official tie-in game for “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” allows you to explore Hogwarts as you wish, uncover secret passages, enjoy the high points in Harry’s life as a third-year wizarding student, cast spells, solve puzzles, and so much more. Werewolves, Dementors, and a loving godfather, what more could you ask for?
4. ‘Lego Harry Potter: Years 1-4’
Lego doesn’t want the jibber-jabber. It wants your Harry Potter gaming experience to come alive in one go. There are no tie-ins like for “Sorcerer’s Stone,” then for “Chamber of Secrets,” but in “Lego Harry Potter” games, you get four years in Harry’s schooling life in one game. This particular video game culminates in the horrific rebirth of Lord Voldemort, as you saw in “Goblet of Fire.”
From encountering the charming Professor Gilderoy Lockhart to the sense of humor of some parts of the game, “Lego Harry Potter: Years 1-4” is so strong. Each level is loaded with secrets, hidden puns, and Easter eggs that both avid “Harry Potter” fans and “Harry Potter” hobbyists will appreciate.
5. ‘Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone
Ah, the first movie’s game tie-in, of course. However, “Sorcerer’s Stone” does not have the intense adventures and action as with the rest of the other “Harry Potter” movies, except for quite juvenile plots, such as Harry finding out he’s a wizard and whatnot. So, to play this first game tie-in isn’t as thrilling.
However, it’s the trivial things that make it exciting itself. Encounter the firecracker fight against Draco Malfoy, the iconic Mine Cart ride in Gringotts Bank, and the many run-ins with poltergeist Peeves. The game is joyful, whimsical, and entertaining. The graphics are not the most perfect. For instance, the in-game camera is noticeably shoddy, but still, “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” is worth playing simply because it’s the character that started it all.
6. ‘Harry Potter: Quidditch World Cup’
The first game on this list that you can consider a “spinoff.” Forget about EA’s NBA 2K games or the FIFA games. Immerse yourself in the favorite sport in the Wizarding World with this game. If you’ve read the books and watched the movies, thinking about how you can experience a Quidditch game since it’s not in real life, playing “Harry Potter: Quidditch World Cup” is your chance to reach those dreams of yours. Go and catch the Golden Snitch!
7. ‘Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix’
With this installment starting at a time when Lord Voldemort is alive and kicking again, existing with Harry and his friends, for sure, the game for it is equally as exciting. There’s a lot of buzz about this video game tie-in for the fifth Harry Potter movie. Warm up by playing fun minigames like Gobstones and Wizard Chess. Then, get right into the action.
But, interestingly, the game is just a bit boring for some, despite the excitement of the film. Quite unfair. However, if you are going to look more closely, you’ll realize that the movie’s story is dark and there’s no action as with “Goblet of Fire.” This is why the game tie-in compensates for this lack by offering minigames, collectibles, and spellcasting more unique than ever.
In conclusion, there are a lot of other “Harry Potter” video games you can try aside from just “Hogwarts Legacy.” Sure, “Legacy” has taken several strides ahead regarding storyline, graphics, and more that those games above have not thought of. Think of this: who would have ever thought a brand-new Wizarding World set over a century before the events in the movies and books can take over? But then again, those games you learned about above are what you must play if you are looking for gameplays that are near to what’s in the Harry Potter novels and films.
