**Harry Potter is one of the most successful franchises of all time. J.K. Rowling's works have received numerous adaptations, but it was the sweeping cinematic success that launched the saga to become one of the most well-known licenses worldwide. Of course, video games have also been a fundamental part of this impulse toward other platforms and sectors, with numerous titles based on the films, adaptations in LEGO format, and a colossal expansion of its universe, as has happened with the most recent instalment, Hogwarts Legacy, the best-selling video game of all of 2023.

Warner Bros. is already preparing a strategic plan for Harry Potter to return the franchise to the golden age that made it shine. The most ambitious project in this regard is the series that’ll be broadcast on the Max platform beginning in 2026. But in the field of video games, something of great relevance is already being sensed. With the Hogwarts Legacy sequel an open secret in the industry and other projects unknown to date, next to land on current-gen consoles is Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions, which adapts the magical saga's unique sport into a multiplayer format to allow everyone to enjoy this very special competition.

Quidditch as you've never experienced it before

This isn't the first time the Harry Potter universe has released a video game based on the most popular sport in the magical world. During the PS2, GameCube and Xbox generation, a game was released that adapted Quidditch in a very special way, through a World Cup that was reminiscent of the events of the fourth book of the saga, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. In this game, teams from diverse countries around the world were brought together to compete and win the champion's cup, wearing their nation's characteristic costumes and with special abilities, something that was well received by the community, and which is still one of the most beloved titles of the saga in the interactive entertainment sector.

However, Warner Bros. wanted to go one step further and take Quidditch to the next level. This is where Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions is born, a game that includes real characters from the franchise's universe, both from Hogwarts and other magical schools. So, Harry Potter, Ron and Ginny Weasley, Draco Malfoy and the gang are joined by other students from Durmstrang and Beauxbatons, as well as different locations based on the playing fields of the three main institutions to add variety to the environments and make the matches more enjoyable.

All characters have customization elements for their brooms, outfits, and accessories, so players will have a wide variety of options to show off their favourite characters in encounters. Of course, the ultimate goal of the title is to win matches, either by scoring points using the quaffle or by searching for the golden snitch, which awards 150 points to the team that gets it. A very entertaining gameplay dynamic that seeks to innovate in regard to the previous proposal that came to the market more than two decades ago.

A strong multiplayer focus

The big feature of Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions is its multiplayer dynamic. The game, in fact, is one of the PlayStation Plus freebies for the month of September, a statement of intent to make it clear that this is an essential video game to play with friends and family. However, it also features a Single Player Career Mode in which some story elements and the basic dynamics of the gameplay mechanics can be discovered as an means of introduction for the player. What seems clear is that Warner Bros. is looking for a title that can stand the test of time and deliver revenue through the game-as-a-service format.

As such, Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions invites anyone to delve into its multiplayer proposition to discover the true potential of the game. Aside from the fun of entering the Harry Potter universe through its flagship sport, having the chance to measure yourself against other players from around the world to prove your skill is always an interesting incentive. In addition, the title includes an in-game currency through which the aforementioned customization items can be purchased, although the developers have already confirmed that no microtransactions will be included in this regard. Therefore, the only way to earn these gold coins will be by playing and winning matches, creating a very attractive loop.

A new era is beginning in the video game industry in regard to the Harry Potter brand. Warner Bros. and its studios are looking for new ways to keep the name of the world's most famous wizard from fading into obscurity. The Hogwarts Legacy experiment has been a success so far, and the intention is for Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions to be able to experience the same fate through a more complex genre, with the idea of it becoming a reference for sports games and nurturing a satisfying experience for fans of the franchise.