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Mixed or average reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 17
  2. Negative: 0 out of 17
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  1. Dec 21, 2016
    80
    Even with the advancements done to the formula over the years, the LEGO Harry Potter Collection remains a solid game for fans. Gameplay remains simple enough for kids to enjoy, but the amount of content packed into each title ensures they'll still be working on it long after the campaigns have been finished. The enhancements due to the platform jump aren't truly significant, but they help make an already clean-looking game shine just a tiny bit more. Unless you've played these to death on previous consoles, this is certainly a game that deserves to be checked out by those who still adore the LEGO games without question.
  2. Nov 7, 2016
    80
    Though not without its problems, LEGO Harry Potter Collection is a solid remastered that is full of magic. The real question to ask, much like Dumbledore’s question to Snape: is LEGO Harry Potter worth the money, is it better after all this time? Always, especially if you are fan of LEGO games and Harry Potter himself.
  3. Nov 4, 2016
    80
    A good remaster for the two LEGO Harry Potter games: the games' structure is a little outdated, if compared to the most recent LEGO games, but going back to Hogwarts is always a pleasure.
  4. Oct 30, 2016
    79
    LEGO Harry Potter Collection for PS4 is a simply correct remaster. A must for Harry Potter fans, the game perfectly recreate the universe created by J.K. Rowling. Despite its shortcomings, we have two great LEGO adventures.
  5. Oct 31, 2016
    78
    Tt Games did a wonderful job with bringing the world of Harry Potter to life through the LEGO Harry Potter Collection and remastering the experience onto the PlayStation 4. The games certainly show their age, but they’re still a blast, especially if you’re a Harry Potter fanatic.
  6. Oct 29, 2016
    75
    This collection holds many hours of fun, but some aspects of the gameplay haven't aged particularly well. Still, it's something Harry Potter fans will enjoy.
  7. Oct 28, 2016
    75
    Traveller’s Tales could have improved the visuals, while gamers used to recent Lego games will be shocked when they hear the mumbling and grunting that serves as communication. But that aside Harry’s adventures still show off their charm, their humor and especially some of the most beautifully crafted hub areas in the history of Lego adventures.
  8. Oct 25, 2016
    75
    Lego Harry Potter: Collection brings us the remastered versions of the two games that visited all the adventures of the most famous wizard in the world. If you are a Potterhead, you should check this game, otherwise, maybe is a better idea to spend you time with another title.
  9. CD-Action
    Jan 12, 2017
    70
    I can only recommend this collection to people who intend to play it with a young Potter fan. Otherwise Lego Star Wars or Lego Hobbit will be a better choice, because these games are simply better. [13/2016, p.49]
  10. Nov 14, 2016
    70
    A funny, relaxing installment of the LEGO franchise, this is suitable for any Harry Potter fan who missed the original games.
  11. Nov 12, 2016
    70
    A nice comeback, were it not for the bugs and glitches. They were present in the previous versions and, unfortunately, appear to have made the journey to this generation of consoles along with everything else.
  12. Nov 10, 2016
    70
    There's nothing (new) to see here. Even if you are a real Harry Potter fan, maybe you don't want to go back to Hogwarts again
  13. Nov 9, 2016
    70
    The LEGO Harry Potter Collection is a fancy-free, funny and robust brickified version of the eight Harry Potter movies. The current asking price of $50 may be a little steep, considering these are 5 year old games without additional content. One to watch once it hits a more comfortable price point. Worth a look, but only if you don't already own the games.
  14. Nov 1, 2016
    70
    There are still a few niggling mechanical issues present and the boss battles are disappointing, however fans of both Harry Potter and the LEGO games will find something to enjoy here.
  15. Nov 1, 2016
    70
    If you like LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1 - 4, you will also like Years 5 - 7. Even so many of the locations, especially Hogwarts have been recycled. It's still a lot of fun.
  16. Oct 31, 2016
    60
    Perhaps TT Games should have made an all new game based on Fantastic Beasts rather than remastering LEGO Harry Potter Years 1-7. Despite being still quite fun, the old formula didn't age well and suffers from bugs old and new, lack of voice acting and weird, counterintuitive puzzles.
  17. 60
    If you enjoyed these games the first time and just want more Trophies for your collection, then by all means, jump in a second time. But if you missed LEGO Harry Potter back then, it’s far too rough to come back to now.
User Score
7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 96 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 61 out of 96
  2. Negative: 13 out of 96
  1. Nov 23, 2016
    9
    I was not that pleased with LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4 when I first played it on the Wii. Game-breaking glitches were everywhere and the SDI was not that pleased with LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4 when I first played it on the Wii. Game-breaking glitches were everywhere and the SD quality of the Wii made it even less enjoyable. Years 5-7 was much better, but was still a bit rough around the edges.

    I can't speak for those who played the original games on the PS3 or Xbox 360, but as for someone who played the Wii versions, this remastered collection is an enormous step-up. After about 5 hours of gameplay, I have yet to encounter a single bug. The game is much smoother, brighter, and overall better looking than before. HP fans who have yet to pick up this game or haven't played it in a few years should definitely try this out.

    I'm not sure if I'm in the minority on this or anything but I have found the recent LEGO games, excluding The Force Awakens, to be rather lacking in terms of fun. LEGO Harry Potter Collection is a great reminder of the older LEGO games, which I think were better by far.
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  2. Aug 14, 2018
    10
    Amazing game (which is actually two games, with slightly different setups and gameplay, but both great) - perfect for children who are fans ofAmazing game (which is actually two games, with slightly different setups and gameplay, but both great) - perfect for children who are fans of Harry Potter as well as of LEGO. The difficulty is just right. My son (now 7, 6 at the time I bought this game) has completed the game about 8 times, which means hours and hours and hours of play, and is still playing it from time to time. Literally endless play after completing the game, just to unlock rare and expensive characters, and to find and complete all kinds of bonus levels, some of which pays handsomely to buy the characters you want.

    Gameplay is great, both in 1-player and 2-player mode, where a more experienced player may assist a younger player. Some of the puzzles and foes require some help to solve/defeat. It's great for non-native English speakers, that there are no English dialogue in the game, that needs to be explained, like in the LEGO Marvel games. The characters simply imply emotions and what else in their facial expressions and grunts/sounds, so that the story gets through, no matter what language one knows.

    Great graphics and great mood too in both games. Originally bought this game for the Wii, but after seeing the overall improvements to graphics and sound, just had to buy it for the PS4.

    Overall, an awesome purchase.
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  3. Feb 24, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click full review link to view. Trash can not get past year 1 because I suck at timing the stupid green heads at the end of the game Full Review »