Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff, and Slytherin students have long demonstrated their house pride in the enchanting sport of Quidditch, which was highlighted throughout the Harry Potter books and films. Famed witches and wizards have competed in Quidditch and with Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions, debuting September 3 as a PlayStation Plus Monthly Game on PS5 and PS4, we’re giving players a chance to take flight and experience the magical game for themselves.
Next up is a new look at the game, including gameplay mechanics, modes, character customization, and more.
From the start of development, we recognized that Quidditch, with its deep roots in wizarding tradition, deserved a game built from the ground up to truly capture its competitive spirit and provide an authentic experience. We knew that creating a standalone game was essential to focus on the unique mechanics and features of Quidditch, ensuring a rich and immersive experience that fans could fully enjoy.
Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions is an immersive, dynamic experience that captures the essence of what makes Quidditch so special. Whether you’re a seasoned competitive gamer or a Harry Potter enthusiast, we wanted to make a game for everyone. This meant including a lot of unlockable content to upgrade and customize your equipment and character – all of which can only be earned through gameplay progression – along with multiple game modes from single-player to online co-op to multiplayer PvP.
New to Quidditch, or need a refresher? We’ve got you covered.
Quidditch is a wizarding sport played on broomsticks where two teams face each other with the aim of scoring as many points as possible. Points can either be gained by throwing the Quaffle (the ball) through the hoops at the end of the pitch or by catching the Golden Snitch (a tiny golden ball with fluttering silver wings). Interestingly, when a Snitch is created, the makers have to wear gloves because they are designed to remember the first person
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