Electronic Arts and Warner Bros.
Interactive Entertainment are pleased to announce the Harry Potter and the Goblet
of FireTM videogame released today for the PSPTM handheld entertainment system.
The videogame is also now is stores for the PlayStationTM2 computer entertainment
system, XboxTM video game system from Microsoft, Nintendo GameCubeTM, Nintendo
DSTM, Game Boy AdvanceTM, and Windows PC. Launching in conjunction with the
Warner Bros. Pictures film based on J.K. Rowling's fourth book, the game allows
players to experience thrilling moments of the movie and master magic in cooperative
play with up to two of their friends.
"Gamers will be able to master magic anywhere in the Harry Potter and
the Goblet of Fire videogame for the PSP," said Rob O'Farrell, Executive
Producer at EAUK. "The PSP version gives players so many options and
ways to experience the game, from short burst mini-games to play with friends
to a rich and magical adventure that will keep gamers enthralled for hours."
"Now the extremely rich Harry PotterTM world captured in both the film
and the book is brought to life in the Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
videogame with a completely portable interactive experience on the PSP," said
Jason Hall, Senior Vice President for Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. "We
worked closely with EA to ensure the Harry Potter videogame on PSP is a great
action adventure game, depicting the magical story for players wherever they
are."
In Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Harry is mysteriously selected as
the fourth competitor in the dangerous Triwizard TournamentTM and must confront
a fire-breathing dragon, rescue friends from the icy depths of the Black Lake,
and navigate the twisting mysteries of a vast, enchanted maze. Players will
experience all the adventures of the movie - from the QuidditchTM World Cup
campsite to a heart-stopping duel with Lord VoldemortTM himself!
The magical world of Harry Potter comes to life with in-game characters that
look like their big-screen counterparts for the first time and nearly a dozen
cinematic locations that mirror those in the upcoming film. In another first
for the franchise, players can join forces with friends to combine and cast
spells cooperatively creating more powerful magic than ever before. The game
features a variety of unlockable mini-games exclusive to the PSP system as
well as over a dozen creature cards enabling players to enhance their magical
powers. Via wireless conectivity , players can challenge up to three of their
friends to play against them. Multiplayer games can be accessed through game
sharing where gamers can test their magical skills against other players.
Harry, Ron, and Hermione are all playable characters in this action-packed
game where magic is everywhere!
The Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire videogame for the PSP was developed
at EA's UK studio. The PSP, Nintendo DS and Game Boy Advance versions are
rated "7+" by PEGI along with the currently available console and
PC platforms...GameIndustry.biz
