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Review of Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions on Nintendo Switch

by Chucky Chucky photo Nov 2024
Cover image of Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions on Switch
Gamefings Score: 6
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 08 Nov 2024
Genre: Sports
Developer: Unbroken Studios
Publisher: Warner Bros. Games

Introduction

Finally, the world of Harry Potter has decided to give Quidditch its moment in the sun, like that neglected sunbather with the questionable tan. Welcome to "Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions," a game that dares to delve into the world of flying broomsticks and competitive wizard sports. It's like a treasure hunt under the Hogwarts castle, except instead of finding gold, you just end up with a sore wrist and a new favorite broomstick. Is this the game every Potterhead has been waiting for, or just another reason to not read those hefty tomes? Grab your broomstick and let's zip through the review.

Gameplay

At its core, "Quidditch Champions" invites you into the wizarding world's beloved sport, which is basically football, but with more chaos and wands. You can choose to play as a Chaser, Seeker, Beater, or Keeper, which sounds more like a Dungeons & Dragons party than a sports line-up but, hey, nobody's judging. The game takes some liberties with traditional Quidditch rules, ditching the two Beaters for a single one. Apparently, the developers thought they'd fit in a few more broomsticks that way, because who doesn't want to shove a broom into a crowded pitch? Games play out at breakneck speed-almost literally, as your characters zoom around on brooms like caffeine-fueled bats in a cave. Collecting points, catching the Golden Snitch (which now only nets you 30 points instead of 150), and basking in the glow of winning is all part of the package, but be wary of the changes that might spook the more traditionalist fans. If you were expecting a carbon copy of the Quidditch game from the books, prepare yourself for a slightly different flavor. Spoiler: it's not pumpkin juice.

Graphics

Graphics are akin to a cartoonish take on the magical world. It's like someone dipped the Harry Potter series into a vat of vibrant color options and said 'yes' to everything. The visuals bring a certain charm, though they won't exactly rival your favorite blockbuster. Think less "Hogwarts Legacy" high-def wizardry, and more "I just got my first drawing tablet, let's see what I can do". It's fun, it's colorful, and it invites you to partake in the magical mayhem, which is really what this type of game should do. You won't mistake this for a high-end RPG, but then again, broomsticks are not known for their high-fidelity graphics.

Conclusion

In summary, "Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions" isn't going to earn a spot on everyone's all-time favorite list, but it does provide a fun distraction to the Quidditch starved fans who just can't resist a good broomstick match. While it takes some risks-like low-point Snitch catches-it captures a spirit of chaos and excitement that makes you feel like you might just be living your Hogwarts dream. The game will inevitably bring both joy and furious debate among players-especially concerning rule changes-but that's part of the fun of diving into this realm. For fans of the franchise and Quidditch enthusiasts alike, this might just be your cup of Butterbeer. Just be prepared to fight for your goals while someone else hits you with a Quaffle, forgets to say "sorry" and then vanishes on their broomstick while you nurse your bruised ego. So, dust off that School Crest, don your robes (if only for effect), and may the brooms be ever in your favor. Or, you know, just give it a shot and see if you can catch some fun.

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