LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7
Release Date: November 15, 2011
Action, TPP, books, LEGO, 3D platformers, Harry Potter, movies, humorous, for 2 players, co-op, splitscreen, multiplayer, singleplayer
Steam
LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7 is the sequel to a 2010 release, an action adventure game by Traveller's Tales, combining the world of LEGO with the universe from the popular series of books and their movie adaptation.
LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7 is a sequel to released for PC, PS3 and etc. in 2010 LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4. The game world is built out of LEGO blocks. The game presents the events from the last three books of the famous series by J.K. Rowling from Great Britain.
Gameplay
As usual, Traveller’s Tales studio has developed the game. The players can control Harry Potter (obviously enough), but also Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, or Hagrid. Many well-known locations can be visited, although they are quite original because they’re made of LEGO blocks. Players can visit Diagon Alley, Privet Drive in Little Whinging, or Godrick’s Hollow, as well as Hogwarts, The Ministry of Magic, Hogsmade, and Grimmauld Place. All these places are visually very charming.
Compared to the previous parts, this one is more gloomy – much like the corresponding books and movies. The story is focused on the struggle of Harry against Lord Voldemort, who becomes a growing thread to the world of magic, and gathers more followers. The game is full of arcade elements, but there also are some pretty simple riddles, which can be solved by some of the characters.
The virtual world was created in such a way as to look identically on all platforms, so there’s no need to strip down any of the game’s versions.
As usual, a great advantage of the game is the cooperation mode, in which the whole story can be finished with a friend. The key in this mode is appropriate cooperation – the game is very approachable so even the most beginning players can join the fun.
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Last Update: March 26, 2020
LEGO Harry Potter Years 5-7 Guide
LEGO Harry Potter Years 5-7 guide contains a detailed walkthrough description and all collectibles location.
Videos and Screens
[0:20] LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7 PS Vita trailer
[1:18] LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7 gameplay #3
The main pros of the game
- Fun Gameplay: Many users find the game enjoyable and entertaining, noting that it captures the essence of classic LEGO games.
- Good Storytelling: The game effectively explains the Harry Potter movie storyline, making it accessible even for those unfamiliar with the films.
- Classic LEGO Elements: The nostalgic LEGO humming sounds and humor contribute positively to the overall experience.
- Variety of Locations: Players appreciate the diverse environments and settings within the game, including Hogwarts and various magical locations.
- Appeal to All Ages: The game is suitable for players of all ages, with engaging content that can be enjoyed by both fans and newcomers to the Harry Potter universe.
The main cons of the game
- Technical Issues: Users report significant bugs, including game-breaking glitches that hinder progress in certain chapters.
- Performance Problems: Frame rate drops and other performance issues detract from the gaming experience.
- Repetitive Gameplay: To fully complete the game, players often need to replay levels multiple times, which can be tedious.
- Lack of Achievements and Trading Cards: Some players are disappointed by the absence of these features, which are common in other LEGO games.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Co-op Gameplay Instructions: Several users express confusion about how to engage in cooperative play, indicating a lack of clear instructions.
- Side Quests: Players note the absence of side quests, which could enhance exploration and gameplay variety.
- PVP Duel Mode: Some reviews mention the lack of a player-versus-player duel mode, which could have added competitive elements to the game.
- Language Accessibility: Non-English speaking players find the lack of language support and reliance on gestures for storytelling a barrier to understanding the game fully.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 1377 votes. 857 players anticipated the game.
LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7 Summary
Game Series: LEGO Harry Potter: Years
Platforms:
PC / Windows November 15, 2011
Apple iOS May 3, 2012
PlayStation Vita March 23, 2012
Nintendo 3DS November 15, 2011
Nintendo DS November 15, 2011
PlayStation 3 November 15, 2011
Xbox 360 November 15, 2011
Nintendo Wii November 15, 2011
PlayStation Portable November 15, 2011
Developer: Traveller’s Tales / TT Games
Publisher: Warner Bros. Games
LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7 System Requirements
PC / Windows
Recommended: Quad Core i5 2.7 GHz, 1 GB RAM (2 GB RAM - Vista/7), graphic card 512 MB (GeForce 8800 GT or better), 1 GB HDD, Windows XP/Vista/7
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