While there are only a few details released about the Harry Potter Wizards Unite game so far, it promises to be a game that is packed with features, adventures, and fun! Here are a few of the key details and speculations about this upcoming mobile game.
What Is Wizards Unite?
Harry Potter: Wizards Unite is an augmented reality game that is currently in development. It's being developed by Niantic, the makers of the hugely popular augmented reality Pokemon game, Pokemon Go.
With regard to Harry Potter, Niantic has kept much under wraps up until this point, but the website designed for the Harry Potter mobile game is already asking for witches and wizards to help in the upcoming effort to fight against magic that has started showing up in the muggle world.
Features You Can Expect To See
Though information is limited, there are some insights available that can help us to determine what to expect in this game.
The Gameplay
Overall, the idea will be to protect the magical world from discovery by using their magical powers. This might include squaring off with fantastic beasts, learning new spells, making use of potions and other objects imbued with magic, and more.
There is also an expectation that you'll have your own unique wand, at hand and ready to help you take on opponents in magical duels.
On top of that, you'll need to keep an eye on the Exposure Threat Clock. This clock will let you know what the risk of exposure is at a given time, so you'll definitely need it to make sure the wizarding world is the safest it can be!
Augmented Reality
An augmented reality game involves seeing the outside world through your mobile device, alongside the touches of magic involved in the game. Because of that, you'll likely be able to see things like creatures, magic and maybe even dementors on your walk to school or work, or in your own home!
Devices Supported
At this point in time, you can expect to be able to play the Harry Potter game on both IOS and Android devices. For IOS, this means those that function using IOS 9 or higher, and Android devices will need Android 4.4 or higher.
Harry Potter: Wizards Unite Release Date
There is some speculation around the Harry Potter: Wizards Unite release date, but at this point it is set to release sometime in 2019. Aside from that, Niantic has remained quiet about the specifics. Many hope that more clues will be released shortly.
Those who are interested in the game should also know that you can currently sign up on the Harry Potter: Wizards Unite website for updates and news released by Niantic.
Current Speculations
Based on the media already available about this exciting game, it can be said that it's essentially going to be Harry Potter Go. What that means is that it will look somewhat like Pokemon Go, but with that unique Harry Potter flavor.
Based on the Riderless Nimbus 2000 teaser released on the Harry Potter: Wizards Unite YouTube Channel, it appears to be more realistic than Pokemon Go, which is a very exciting prospect. It's sure to be a fantastical experience for witches and wizards all over.