Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone

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User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 166 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 95 out of 166
  2. Mixed: 62 out of 166
  3. Negative: 9 out of 166
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  1. aleksassta
    Nov 27, 2013
    8
    I love this game! Its really, really fun. Yes, its an old game but still very fun!
  2. HarryPotter
    Jan 3, 2003
    10
    This game rocks and if anyone wishes to know I can do real magic.
  3. GamerGuy98
    Feb 21, 2013
    8
    I'ts not a bad game like some critics said, this is actually a very entertaining game i used to play in my childhood. Most of Harry Potter lovers should check this out.
  4. molemaster43
    Mar 8, 2013
    7
    Harry Potter has arrived at Hogwarts. This first game in the Harry Potter video game series is a fun game. It isn't amazing, but it is fun. It primarily follows the story of the game and is a fairly challenging game. I recommend checking it out. My only minor discrepancy is the fact that the characters mouths don't move during talking. After that, I don't have many complaints.
  5. NeoPincushion
    Jul 10, 2013
    8
    Great fun even if it is a quick play through. It's witty and genial, similarly to the book. The biggest downfall of the game is that it is too easy but it was meant for kids so that is to be expected. Because you can get it on amazon.com for so cheap it's definitely worth checking out if you like Harry Potter, or maybe even if your not.
  6. Steeldude
    Jul 9, 2015
    6
    It's a decent game, but it does not bring anything extraordinary to the table. The levels are completely linear, the game is short and easy and it feels slightly boring all the way through, however, if you like the HP franchise, you might squeeze some fun of it nevertheless. Even with that, I still find this to be just an above average game.
    Note: The PS1 and PS2 versions of this game are    It's a decent game, but it does not bring anything extraordinary to the table. The levels are completely linear, the game is short and easy and it feels slightly boring all the way through, however, if you like the HP franchise, you might squeeze some fun of it nevertheless. Even with that, I still find this to be just an above average game.
    Note: The PS1 and PS2 versions of this game are completely different, so check those out. At least the PS2 version is slightly better, I can confirm that for you. Haven't played the PS1 yet.    … Expand
  7. DontRideMyNick
    Apr 30, 2018
    6
    Let me start by saying that this IS A GOOD GAME, and is not indicative of even the same game but on a different platform (Game Cube version of this game goes down as one of my all-time favourite titles). Fun quests, great voice acting and of course the immersive world of Harry Potter but what went wrong? For starters, this game should only be played with a controller... Period. The saveLet me start by saying that this IS A GOOD GAME, and is not indicative of even the same game but on a different platform (Game Cube version of this game goes down as one of my all-time favourite titles). Fun quests, great voice acting and of course the immersive world of Harry Potter but what went wrong? For starters, this game should only be played with a controller... Period. The save system is one of the worst to date. Forcing you to start back wherever the last in-game save point is located, meaning you are going to need to sit through every cut-scene again and again due to no option to skip them. Also, a pretty big bummer is EA never let this game out to digital platforms, so the only way to play is with an actual physical copy... or y'know... Doing the whole "pirate" shindig.

    STILL WORTH A PLAY 6/10    … Expand
  8. DoctorSpaceman
    Jul 5, 2012
    10
    I don't know what's up with the low ratings- this game is a good game. Obviously it's a Harry Potter game and you know what you're getting: it's not going to be especially difficult or challenging, but this one is challenging enough (mostly the last level vs. Voldemort, which is ridiculously tough to beat). Great mood, soundtrack, passable voice acting, and levels that are a lot of fun = 10/10.
  9. FrankF.
    Nov 2, 2003
    10
    I loved this game.
  10. RonV.
    Jan 31, 2002
    0
    It sucks! Harry Potter is evil and nobody should read the book, watch the movie, or play the game! J.K. Rowling needs to go to church! So does anybody who likes it.
  11. RaisaR.
    Aug 3, 2002
    4
    This game isn't that good, but I still think it's ok. I'm just a kid, and I think it's very easy to complete. It took me exactly 6 hours and 23 minutes to finish it! That's short! But still, the graphics are awesome and the music is cool, too. I would recommend this game to kids between the ages of 4 - 12.
  12. cyberdamn
    Jul 1, 2020
    8
    Oooohhh the nostalgia.... Though, this game is still playable and gives nice experience
  13. kezzyhko
    Oct 25, 2020
    9
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  14. Egorevich
    Jan 28, 2023
    10
    Cool game of my childhood djhdhdgdjjhshdhdbdjjdhshdhdjdhdhdhdvejhdjfbjrjhrbbdnfhfbfnfbnfbdnfnbdbdhjfjchbc
  15. WilliamT.
    Jan 20, 2008
    6
    A fun game to play when you want to kill some time. But Harry's stiff controls and little story development prevent it from being anything else. Kids will enjoy it though.
  16. TerryB.
    Nov 30, 2002
    6
    It was good... but it was way too short! The playstation version sounds like it would've been way more fun... the beans were too easy to find. The third game should be great, they'll have TWO years to work on it...
  17. TaniaK.
    Feb 3, 2002
    10
    This game is GREAT! and harry potter is NOT evil. In fact it preaches the triumph of good over evil. It doesn't take over one read of the books to figure that out. And i wasn't even a fan before i played the game. The game inspired me to read the books. The game has amazing graphics and beautiful background music. There are a lot of places to explore in the game but in my This game is GREAT! and harry potter is NOT evil. In fact it preaches the triumph of good over evil. It doesn't take over one read of the books to figure that out. And i wasn't even a fan before i played the game. The game inspired me to read the books. The game has amazing graphics and beautiful background music. There are a lot of places to explore in the game but in my opinion, the most excellent parts were the quidditch matches!! They were thrilling and very challenging. It can be enjoyed by people of all ages in my opinion. i don't understand why people say it's only for kids. I am an adult, and i think this game is really good. It has certainly taken a lot of effort to put this game together and i appreciate it. I am sure harry potter fans will not be disappointed by this game. … Expand
  18. KatieM.
    Dec 28, 2001
    8
    I liked it a lot. It has done a really good job of recreating the books' atmosphere. It is easy, yes, but think about who the books and games are intended to be geared for. I tink it was quite enjoyable, with very few problems.
  19. NateC.
    Jan 4, 2002
    7
    This is an easy but interesting game. The time put into the actual game seems not to be had but the scenery and setting are quite interesting.
  20. JenniV.
    Feb 3, 2002
    8
    I love harry potter, and this is a really cool game. It is a little challenging, but otherwise very fun. Once u get the hang of everything, it is kinda easy. And, uh, Ron V., I go to a Catholic school and THAT IS WHERE I GOT THIS GAME! So HAHAHEHE.
  21. RobertE.
    Mar 3, 2002
    10
    This game rocks!!!
  22. RobbieJ.
    Aug 4, 2002
    10
    I unlike, Ron V. like the very much I like it and go to church, also.
  23. Cz3rw0ny
    Feb 11, 2021
    9
    I replayed it over and over as a kid. The gameplay is more smooth and responsive than the first part. It's probably the best Harry Potter game so far in my opinion.
  24. Jackthegamer
    Sep 16, 2022
    5
    I haven't played this game as a child and it is pretty mediocre. The atmosphere is good though
  25. geekslayer
    Oct 13, 2020
    7
    Игра, как и книга, рассчитана, скорее, на младшую и среднюю возрастную группу. Гарри Поттер - своеобразное сочетание платформенной бродилки с action и adventure. Сложность невысокая, множество не слишком заумных пазлов, а прыгать и вовсе не придется - прыжок в игре автоматический. История - почти точное повторение книги/фильма. 3D-уровни таинственны и разнообразны. Много есть интересных,Игра, как и книга, рассчитана, скорее, на младшую и среднюю возрастную группу. Гарри Поттер - своеобразное сочетание платформенной бродилки с action и adventure. Сложность невысокая, множество не слишком заумных пазлов, а прыгать и вовсе не придется - прыжок в игре автоматический. История - почти точное повторение книги/фильма. 3D-уровни таинственны и разнообразны. Много есть интересных, но опять же не очень сложных мини-игр. Как настоящий волшебник, Гарри учится по ходу игры варить зелья, вызывать разные заклинания и даже летать на метле. Управление метлой напоминает плавание, с той лишь разницей, что «заплывы» получаются более резкими, так как нет такого сопротивления. Кроме метлы на службе у Гарри волшебная палочка и плащ-невидимка.
    Одна из игр моего детства. Приятная, не особо напрягающая.    … Expand
  26. Fyrapan
    Jan 30, 2023
    7
    The game where it all began! Finally, we got our chance to visit Hogwarts ourselves and learn magic just like Harry himself! We got the chance to become friends with Hermione, Ron, and other students in Harry's year and that was really magical. This game has a great music soundtrack, Hogwarts is simple but fun to explore. Overall a fun game! The spell system on how to cast the spells isThe game where it all began! Finally, we got our chance to visit Hogwarts ourselves and learn magic just like Harry himself! We got the chance to become friends with Hermione, Ron, and other students in Harry's year and that was really magical. This game has a great music soundtrack, Hogwarts is simple but fun to explore. Overall a fun game! The spell system on how to cast the spells is very outdated and can become a bit boring to play with in the long run.… Expand
  27. quantumexy
    Nov 29, 2020
    8
    Довольно качественная игра по первому фильму, "8" заслужена.
  28. kolarz3
    May 19, 2023
    7
    Pretty nice game - one of my first games. I like fact that it was possible to jump etc
  29. nizdets
    Jan 2, 2021
    8
    ну чиста поностальгировать ок.одна из моих первых игр кста
  30. k1erx
    Feb 26, 2023
    8
    +- нормальная игра немного страный сюжет но так то геймплей интересный поэтому советую
  31. Zallen
    Sep 11, 2022
    7
    Годное пятичасовое фэнтези приключение со своей сказочно-темной атмосферой и достаточно оригинальными механиками, которые смотрятся весьма свежо даже для 2022 года. Сюжет по оригинальному фильму со своей хронологией и дополнительными ответвлениями от кинча.
    7мь магических карточек из 10ти.    Годное пятичасовое фэнтези приключение со своей сказочно-темной атмосферой и достаточно оригинальными механиками, которые смотрятся весьма свежо даже для 2022 года. Сюжет по оригинальному фильму со своей хронологией и дополнительными ответвлениями от кинча.
    7мь магических карточек из 10ти.
  32. zaozabot30
    Dec 29, 2022
    7
    This game is nostalgic, but to be fair, it stands as a pretty good kids game on it's own even 20 years later. All plot points are checked, levels are unique and fun to explore and find secrets. Graphics didn't aged too well, warm atmosphere of castle halls, coldness of dungeons and vibrancy of forests still feels good.

Awards & Rankings

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#21 Most Discussed PC Game of 2001
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#34 Most Shared PC Game of 2001

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Metascore
65

Mixed or average reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. G4 TV
    60
    This game is about jumping puzzles, timing puzzles, and exploration -- all very simple and not at all challenging.
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  2. PC Gamer
    59
    I’m confident that young kids will get a kick out of HP:SC, but everyone else is better off doing their adventuring elsewhere. [Feb 2002, p.68]
  3. GameZone
    80
    What I liked best about the game was the ease of play. You didn’t have to fumble through spells to see what works. If a spell could be cast, the appropriate spell would be used automatically.
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