Harry Potter: Quidditch World Cup
Harry Potter: Quidditch World Cup
Sorti le 28 octobre 2003, Harry Potter: Quidditch World Cup est un jeu de sport développé par Electronic Arts UK et édité par Electronic Arts. Disponible sur PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 2, Xbox et Nintendo GameCube, le titre s'inscrit dans l'univers de Harry Potter créé par J.K. Rowling en proposant le sport fictif du Quidditch, caractérisé par l'usage de balais volants. La durée de la trame principale est estimée à neuf heures et demie, contre environ vingt-deux heures et demie pour une complétion exhaustive. Le jeu intègre la protection DRM SafeDisc 2 et affiche un score Metacritic de 69 pour une note agrégée de 71,70.
Sur le plan de l'accueil critique et des joueurs, les avis témoignent de perceptions variées. La presse a notamment souligné certains points forts et limites, comme le fait Worth Playing qui juge que le jeu « Definitely personifies the magnificence of the sport, but it is lacking because it's not as advanced as I had hoped it would be. » GameZone a pour sa part observé que « The controls are easy to figure out, and the tutorials not only help you learn how to play but also unlock magic collecting cards to unlock secrets within the … ». De leur côté, des joueurs s'exprimant sur Metacritic ont exprimé des ressentis contrastés, l'un indiquant « I didnt like it much when i was a teen, but my friends loved it so i had to play it lol Good old times. », tandis qu'un autre considère le titre comme « Harry Potter: Quidditch World Cup is the ultimate gaming experience for any fan of the Harry Potter series. The game is a masterful blend of fast-paced sports … ».
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Avis des critiques et joueurs
Critiques de la Presse (Metacritic)
« Definitely personifies the magnificence of the sport, but it is lacking because it's not as advanced as I had hoped it would be. »
« The controls are easy to figure out, and the tutorials not only help you learn how to play but also unlock magic collecting cards to unlock secrets within the game. The AI is tough, even at the get go, but the game remains fun nonetheless. »
« It really only has two problems, both of which can be overcome very easily. It's way to easy in the single player mode, and the lack of true 4 dimensional movement keep the game from being super great. »
« The highest compliment we can give EA's portrayal of JK Rowling's magic-infused faux sport is that it's so much fun (for fans and nonfans alike) that it makes us wish Quidditch were actually real. »
« What EA has so successfully done is taken a franchise that scares away most hardcore sports fans and built a game that's technically solid, entertaining, original, and unbelievablly fun. [Nov 2003, p.142] »
« Quidditch World Cup's strengths take a little while to unlock, but if you're a fan you should get your money's worth. »
« I am disappointed both by how easy the game can be advanced thanks to the forgiving AI (it does get harder as different difficulties are unlocked, but it takes awhile) and the development team's decision to eliminate vertical control from matches as it dilutes some of the go-anywhere-flight that is part of this sport's appeal. »
« The snazzy visuals will initially draw you in, but you'll stick around for the instinctive, responsive gameplay. [Dec 2003, p.201] »
Avis des Joueurs (Metacritic)
« I didnt like it much when i was a teen, but my friends loved it so i had to play it lol Good old times. »
« Harry Potter: Quidditch World Cup is the ultimate gaming experience for any fan of the Harry Potter series. The game is a masterful blend of fast-paced sports action and magical fantasy, bringing the beloved sport of Quidditch to life in a way that is both thrilling and faithful to the source material. The gameplay is incredibly fun and addictive, allowing players to take control of their favorite Hogwarts teams and compete in a variety of exciting matches across the globe. The graphics are stunning, with detailed character models and lush, immersive environments that transport players straight into the wizarding world. But what truly sets Harry Potter: Quidditch World Cup apart is the attention to detail and authenticity that the developers have put into the game. From the faithful recreation of Quidditch rules and gameplay mechanics to the inclusion of beloved characters and locations from the series, every aspect of the game feels like a loving tribute to the Harry Potter universe. Overall, Harry Potter: Quidditch World Cup is an absolute must-play for any fan of the series, and a true masterpiece of sports gaming. With its engaging gameplay, gorgeous graphics, and deep love for the source material, this game is a perfect 10/10. »
« Great game starts off vary easy but when you get to the quidditch World Cup The difficulty slowly ramps up. »
« Jogo incrivelmente bom, que eu jogo sem parar. Simplesmente uma obra prima do PS2. »
« A fun fictional sports game! Good team selection and decent graphics. The game becomes addictive at first but eventually leaves you wanting just a tad more. »
« Funny and entertaining at first, but eventually you learn a way to win every time. No replay value at all and the matches are way too long. Not a required addition to anyone's game collection, not even for a true Harry Potter fan. Would buy it for 3 bucks, but anything more is too much. »
