Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

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  • Summary: Players enter fantastical free-roaming 3D environments from Harry's world. Players become Harry Potter and delve not only into Harry's world, but also into his personality, via an internal "voice." Conversing with unique characters like Moaning Myrtle, shopping in Diagon Alley, and exploringPlayers enter fantastical free-roaming 3D environments from Harry's world. Players become Harry Potter and delve not only into Harry's world, but also into his personality, via an internal "voice." Conversing with unique characters like Moaning Myrtle, shopping in Diagon Alley, and exploring the convoluted corridors of Hogwarts, players make crucial and independent decisions within Harry's world. Additionally, Harry can, of course, cast spells against foes - but these spells must be perfectly executed, or they could be miscast with humorous or critical consequences! Mini-games within levels can be revisited, so players can help Mrs. Weasley with "de-gnoming" her garden, challenge other students in Professor Lockhart's Dueling Club, or complete other mini-games again and again. [EA Games]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. Yahoo!
    80
    The console games have more detail and are curiously a little more humorous than the PC version with some additional activities taking place, but even after all that, we enjoyed it immensely.
  2. Quandary
    80
    Clare (aged 10) says: I like the game a lot. Jumping over big gaps or on to moving things is a bit hard so I turned on auto jump, which made it a lot easier. Learning spells is pretty easy.
  3. IGN
    80
    Potter fans will love this game and anyone hankering for a decent action/adventure that we haven't seen since American McGee's "Alice" may just find this will hold them over until Mr. McGee's next big release.
  4. GameZone
    75
    Whether roaming the halls of Hogwarts, or stepping into the options to play a Quidditch match, the game does have entertainment at its heart.
  5. Four Fat Chicks
    75
    For the child around you, or the child within you, and any fan of the Potter series, Chamber comes highly recommended.
  6. PC Gamer
    75
    It may be a little short for some - you'll probably finish it in under 10 hours - but god kows there are worse licensed games. [Feb 2003, p.77]
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  7. PC Format
    70
    Harry Potter may posses a certain charm that transcends the generation gap, but don’t expect this game to weave the same magic.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 34
  3. Negative: 0 out of 34
  1. daebu_char
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    The game is extremely fun and addictive. It is the direction EA should've stuck with, the ultimate blueprint for a great Harry Potter game.The game is extremely fun and addictive. It is the direction EA should've stuck with, the ultimate blueprint for a great Harry Potter game. You explore the castle and the Hogwarts premises, go to classes, interact with well-known characters, uncover secrets, and much much more. The game score (music) is also very memorable and atmospheric, and fits the game perfectly. This and Prisoner of Azkaban are my favorite titles in the Harry Potter video game series.… Expand
  2. RogerK.
    Oct 14, 2003
    10
    A great game for kids of all ages. I think its great for grown ups too. Great game.
  4. DoctorSpaceman
    Jul 5, 2012
    10
    The greatest game of all time. No exceptions. While the game isn't as long and the castle not as extensive as in the console versions, the PCThe greatest game of all time. No exceptions. While the game isn't as long and the castle not as extensive as in the console versions, the PC version makes up for this with mood, atmosphere and sheer fun. You want to finish the game, which I did not find to be the case in the console versions. Not only do you want top finish the game, but play it again and again and again... superb. 14 stars.… Expand
  5. zaozabot30
    Dec 29, 2022
    9
    This game improves greatly compared to first installment. Controls are responsive, graphics better, Hogwarts even more magical. Wish I couldThis game improves greatly compared to first installment. Controls are responsive, graphics better, Hogwarts even more magical. Wish I could forgot this game to experience it once again like the first time.… Expand
  6. DuckieG.
    Oct 11, 2005
    8
    I really liked this game, but it was basically the same game repeated over and over with each new spell, and it doesn't really prepareI really liked this game, but it was basically the same game repeated over and over with each new spell, and it doesn't really prepare you for the boss. it only worked in small doses.… Expand
  7. Steeldude
    Jul 9, 2015
    8
    A large improvement over its predecessor. The game is longer, the spell challenges are much better and more fun, there are fun side questsA large improvement over its predecessor. The game is longer, the spell challenges are much better and more fun, there are fun side quests (Quidditch and wizard duels) and more cards to collect that are actually very well hidden but even if you miss some you can still get everything. Even the Hogwarts Castle is filled with secrets this time making it actually worthwhile to go exploring, as no longer you are forced to walk through limited areas.
    A pretty good game even if you are not a HP fan.    … Expand
  8. Jackthegamer
    Sep 16, 2022
    5
    Better than the first game but still pretty mediocre. The atmosphere is good though

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#68 Best PC Game of 2002
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#21 Most Discussed PC Game of 2002
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