Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

 PlayStation 2
User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 66 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 47 out of 66
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 66
  3. Negative: 2 out of 66
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  1. RandomWhorie
    Jul 7, 2017
    6
    Tercer año de Potter y ya me estoy cansando pero es necesario que escriba mi reseña de este otro fabuloso videojuego olvidado de la faz freak.
    La historia se disfruta pero los momentos de caaaargaaaaa... ... .... aborrecen a cualquiera además ... ... caaaaargaaaaaa... ... .... necesito una poción multijugos y algo de 'felicis' para.... .... caaaaaargaaaaa .... .... algo con Hermione y la    Tercer año de Potter y ya me estoy cansando pero es necesario que escriba mi reseña de este otro fabuloso videojuego olvidado de la faz freak.
    La historia se disfruta pero los momentos de caaaargaaaaa... ... .... aborrecen a cualquiera además ... ... caaaaargaaaaaa... ... .... necesito una poción multijugos y algo de 'felicis' para.... .... caaaaaargaaaaa .... .... algo con Hermione y la Profesora McGonagall .... ..... caaaargaaaaa .... .... y ya me estoy cansando del giratiempo girando .... caaaargaaaa.... .... ...... .........
    ¡Un dementor se ha comido el alma de mi perro! .... .... ..... caaaargaaaaaa..... .... ..... giratiempos dando vueltas ..... ..... ..... caaaaaaargaaaaaa a .... a ..... .... y vuelta y vuelta y vuelta.... .... caaaaargaa .... ... .    … Expand
  2. JustinC.
    May 10, 2004
    10
    I greatly anticipate its release and also the arrival of the movie.
  3. CraigW.
    May 9, 2004
    10
    I love the way you can switch between characters and do different things with them I also like the plot and especialy the way you can use eye-toy with it.
  4. BryanG.
    Jan 8, 2005
    10
    I love this game, the best of all!!!!!
  5. CarterL.
    Jun 5, 2004
    10
    It is good.
  6. CallumW.
    Aug 4, 2004
    10
    Bonzer of a game with a fantastically neat touch with EyeToy. Look forward to some new innovation though for GOF - it's due.
  7. BenF.
    Apr 1, 2005
    9
    I really like this game, the graphics are impressive, the mini-games are pretty fun. I love this game but it was too easy. It took me few days to beat it. The bosses are easy but can get tougher. Overall outstanding!
  8. CarloV.
    Jul 2, 2004
    10
    I like this game alot, I think the whole area of the grounds was so familiar to the movie. Like the Bridge, the clock tower, and riding bukbeak, it was fun. I can't wait for the Goblet of Fire, and hopfully you can switch between characters again!! =D
  9. Tiffanie
    Oct 16, 2007
    10
    Loves it!! I have to say that this game has to be the best HP game ive played!! I think the idea of being able to switch between each character was excellent. Compared to The Goblet Of Fire its..soo much better..buy this game its deffinately worth it.
  10. JohnnyR.
    Apr 22, 2004
    10
    Excellent fun cant belive the incredible graphics. and you can finally play as ron yes oh yes.
  11. RainiDay
    Jun 24, 2004
    9
    Really like it but hinkypunks are annoying.
  12. fijiboy
    May 5, 2014
    7
    this was my favorite out of the games. same explorable world that you get from the first two games, except bigger, more polish and the same fun puzzles with more spells to use.
  13. GMenezes
    Apr 30, 2022
    10
    Only the BEST Harry Potter game until now. Good sounds tracks, goods caracters
  14. SrPepe
    Nov 1, 2017
    5
    No me gusto en lo absoluto, se me hizo super aburrido. Quisieron agarrar lo mejor de los dos títulos y sólo lograron un juego repetitivo y aburrido...
  15. Max_Bonderules
    Jul 25, 2016
    10
    This is greatest and very excellent game about Harry Potter on the consoles 6th generation. I like this game larger than my life. Three games of Harry Potter really cool, and all that was on I keep to silent...
  16. lidwang
    Mar 26, 2019
    5
    The presentation is much better from the previous game and the atmosphere and music is still preety good. But the rest is still preety mediocre, and most of the puzzles still feel preety forced and the castle, although better structured, it still feels preety empty. I would recommend this only if you are a harry potter fan.
  17. piuscorvus
    Jun 9, 2022
    7
    Maybe the best of the first three Harry Potter games. Butchering of the story continues but it is fairly fun to play.
  18. Thaddaeus
    Jul 2, 2022
    9
    A very fun experience, doesn’t follow the movie or book exact but it has fun puzzles, cool quest, stealth, fun spells but I wish it was co op as well because u can play all three characters. But overall it is probably the best game in the series.
  19. Nikita_Myshov
    Aug 2, 2022
    4
    A big request to the developers (if they still remain) to make a Russian translation of the game (text and voice-over)! I really like the game, but it's very uncomfortable to play without Russian translation.
  20. zaozabot30
    Jan 1, 2023
    7
    Played this game after HP1 and 2 on PS2, and although it's a bit improved, it feels like an addon, not a unique game. First level on the train actually was cool, but then we got back to collecting potion ingredients and hiding frim prefects just like in previous games. I prefer PC version.
  21. NoahsNexus
    Apr 6, 2023
    7
    Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban is a solid entry in the Harry Potter video game series, offering a fun and engaging experience for fans of the books and movies. The game follows the story of the third book and movie, where Harry, Ron, and Hermione must track down Sirius Black and unravel the mystery of the titular Prisoner of Azkaban.

    The game features improved graphics and    Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban is a solid entry in the Harry Potter video game series, offering a fun and engaging experience for fans of the books and movies. The game follows the story of the third book and movie, where Harry, Ron, and Hermione must track down Sirius Black and unravel the mystery of the titular Prisoner of Azkaban.

    The game features improved graphics and gameplay mechanics compared to its predecessors, allowing for a more immersive and fluid gameplay experience. Players can cast spells, explore Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, and interact with a variety of characters from the Harry Potter universe.

    One of the game's standout features is its co-op mode, where two players can team up and play through the game's story together. This adds an extra layer of fun and replayability to the game, especially for fans of the series who want to experience Hogwarts with a friend.

    However, the game does suffer from some issues, including occasional glitches and a lack of challenge in combat. Some players may also find the game's puzzles and objectives to be repetitive and simplistic.

    Overall, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban is a solid addition to the Harry Potter video game series, offering an enjoyable and immersive experience for fans of the series. While it may not be perfect, it's still worth checking out for anyone who wants to explore the world of Harry Potter on their PlayStation 2.    … Expand

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#52 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2004

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Metascore
70

Mixed or average reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 29
  3. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. TotalPlayStation
    65
    If you’re a die-hard HP fan… well, keep reading the books. If you’re looking for a decent Potter-tinged romp, this is the best one you’re gonna get – at least until the next movie comes out.
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  2. Games Radar
    80
    A genuinely good third-year romp for Harry. Accomplished and absorbing, it's not quite magical but it's certainly no muggle either. [GamesMaster]
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  3. Computer and Video Games
    82
    Derivative but fun and the EyeToy support is a great bonus. Won't win over Harry-haters but fans will be willy, er, wand-waving into the wee small hours.
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