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Video Games : Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (Wii)
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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (Wii) from: Electronic Arts List Price: £32.99 Childrens Toy Shop Price: £16.97 You Save: £16.02 (49%)Prices subject to change. |
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Binding: Video Game Brand: Electronic Arts EAN: 5030930057350 Label: Electronic Arts Manufacturer: Electronic Arts Platform: Nintendo Wii Publisher: Electronic Arts Release Date: June 28, 2007 Studio: Electronic Arts Sales Rank: 319 MPN: HPWII Related Items:
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Editorial Review: Product Description: Amazon.co.uk Review: ‘The boy who lived’ is another movie hero whose video game adventures never seem to have matched up to the quality of his films (or books). Rather than simply repeat the predictable third person action of previous games though, this is something a bit different. It’s almost a sort of Grand Theft Auto: Hogwarts (or a variation on The Simpson’s: Hit & Run for those that are too young to know about Rockstar’s naughty blockbusters). What this means in practical terms is that you’ve got almost the whole of Hogwarts school to explore from the off, with different missions of varying degrees of importance available from different locations. You now control only Harry, with Hermione or Ron reduced to supporting roles, although there are some short sections where you can play as Fred and George Weasley instead. The re-focus on Harry is a result of the sheer number of magical spells available to him now, from standard offensive and defensive magic to summons and levitation spells that help you uncover and unlock the hidden secret of Hogwarts. Casting spells isn’t as simple as just pressing a button though, as you’re made to actually trace out a magical symbol using the controller (something that works particularly well on the Wii), which adds greatly to the sense of immersion. There’s also a range of similarly controlled mini-games, including wizard chess and gobstones, which you can play either in or out of the game. It’s all a vast improvement on the previous titles, with similarly superior graphics and a general air of effort not usually associated with film tie-ins. Harrison Dent Customer Reviews
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 Rating:  - Getting betterHaving played all the previous games (and hating the third person approach similar to EA's Return of the King in the Goblt of Fire) I'd have to say they've probably spent the most money on this one, and you can tell. The sets ARE from the movie, the voices ('cept one or two) ARE from the movie and even some of the music is FINALLY from the movie (only took them this long, didn't it?). If you've been frustrated or let down by how Hogwarts just didn't look like or even resemble the world of the books or films, this one cracks that nut. In fact, it's so big they've had to give you a map to help you out of getting lost. And no more still-image montages, it's all properly animated (thank goodness). However, there is a knack to casting ... Read More: Rating:  - One of the best games aroundWhen i first played the game i was stunned by the graphics. The way the whole game is manufacture is brilliant. It allows you to do tasks, explore hogwarts, do competions, win trophies and see loads of cool clips on the making of the game and movie when you complete a certain amount of things around Hogwarts. Well worth your money. I advise you not to listen to the people who complain that the Wii remote does not respond to the spells. Once you get the hang of it, like a real wizard or witch would have to, then its a doddle. And besides, when you collect enough points and get to a high level, your spells become very powerful and the wii rmeote becomes much more sensetive to movements making performing spells easy. i would definitly buy ... Read More: Rating:  - Ace!Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix is a good game so far but it is hard to do some stuff. Hogwarts is very big. I have only done 9%. But it is really, really good. I wish that the people could say more. If you do not like waiting a long time and exploring, I do not think you will like this game. - Rose (age 8) Rating:  - Got boring really fast.A bit of a missed opportunity this game. I LOVE Harry Potter, and I LOVED the idea of using the wii remote to do magic, but the controls are a little off, and the movements a little unimaginative. That could be forgiven if the game behind is was good, but its so tedious, justing running around the castle collecting items and passwords. I think its probably good for the young ones, maybe up to age 8. But any older than that and they'll get bored fast. I traded this after just two weeks, as I 'd seen and done everthing I wanted by then. Not a good return on investment! Rating:  - Throw Controller - - - - > Smash!Great graphics and a huge amount of Hogwarts to explore however the clumsy way the Wii remote responds to spell casting is enough to make you throw the remote at the screen! Basic gameplay seems to be one of trying to maneuver past Ron and Hermione who tail you around and always get in your way whilst on the way to do some mundane task. Dueling could be fun but trying to get 'Expeliarmus' to actually work is a nightmare and soon drains the game of fun. I am not sure how this plays on the PS2 but i am going to buy it as i do like the game but the Wii version is destroyed through poor control response. Only buy this version if you are a die-hard HP fan. |
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