New Harry Potter Quidditch Game Gets A Disappointing Update

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The upcoming, multiplayer video game, announced as , has received a rather disappointing update, as apparently very few details about its release have been determined by publisher Warner Bros. Games. On the heels of 's best-selling success in 2023, Warner Bros., under its Portkey Games publishing label, has partnered with developer Unbroken Studios to deliver an experience based around the iconic wizarding sport, which was notably absent from., however, doesn't even have a broad release window, nor has the title been committed to any specific platforms other than PC.

was revealed in April 2023, and roughly nine months later, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment president David Haddad told , "." While the statement is fairly innocuous for a game in development, being unable to comment on both when and how will arrive may be dampening for those who were hoping to play the game soon.

Playtests for began shortly after its reveal. Players can sign up on the website, though it appears to be only for PC, as the site's FAQ notes the game "." The FAQ also reinforces the fact that a release date has not been set yet. The playtests themselves are likely instrumental for the development of the competitive multiplayer title, but the unwillingness to commit to any platforms aside from PC suggests may not be especially close to completion.

There are a few possible explanations for ' early reveal, in addition to attracting playtesters. First is the industry's continued transition to ninth-generation home consoles. While 2024 will be the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S's fourth full year on the market, if is able to run on older hardware, it would be able to reach a much larger audience. Similarly, Warner Bros. Games could be