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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004)

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Part 3. This was the best of the 3 games I played so far, but there really weren't high standards before. The graphics take a turn for the more realistic versus the more cartoonish versions of the previous 2 games. I like the new graphics and presentation. The game certainly takes a big page out of the Zelda handbook. You go to dungeons collect new spells for your protagonists and use them to beat a simple boss. You also aren't playing as just Harry in this game. You have control over Ron and Hermione, and they all have their own uses. Each character has their own unique spells and abilities. Harry can jump, Ron can see hidden objects and Hermione can crawl into small spaces. It's cool and allows for some neat puzzles. I don't think they explored this enough though and wish the puzzles were far more extensive, but this is a kids game. There are some mini games you can complete and they can be a bit confusing as to what you are accomplishing. Cool that they are there, but they aren't great. I'm looking at you owl races. Grrr. You once again are collecting cards for bonuses and jelly beans for upgrades. The shop isn't as extensive as the previous games, but it is spread out amongst the 3 playable characters. They also have a few side quests as well. The story once again takes a huge backseat and so much is glossed over I was left very confused and found myself laughing a lot. Some how there is a man that hides out as a pet rat. An honest WTF moment. Where did this come from? It's really poorly done. I am sure there were lots of plot twists just ruined by this narrative. The end of the game was abrupt as hell and a bit of a let down, especially since the final battles in the previous 2 games were at least fun to play. I probably liked this the most. It still isn't great but still fun. Heck you do get fly around on a Hippogriff, that's neat. Enjoy my blind playthrough.

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