Welcome to Harry Potter: Wizards Unite!
"Harry Potter: Wizards Unite" by Niantic, Inc. is an augmented reality (AR) mobile game that brings the magical world of Harry Potter to life.
Exploration and Discovery:
1. Map Exploration:
Players explore real-world locations displayed on their mobile device, where magical traces, artifacts, and creatures appear. These locations are akin to Pokéstops and Gyms in Pokémon GO.
2. Encounters:
Upon encountering magical traces, players use their device to cast spells by tracing patterns on the screen. Success in spell casting captures creatures or solves mysteries.
3. Professions and Skills:
Players can choose a profession (Auror, Magizoologist, or Professor) each with unique abilities and skills. These skills can be upgraded to enhance gameplay effectiveness.
4. Potions and Ingredients:
Similar to artifacts, players gather ingredients for brewing potions that provide various in-game benefits.
5. Fortresses:
These locations allow players to team up with others to battle dark forces, including fearsome creatures and other magical threats.
Top 5 FAQs on Harry Potter: Wizards Unite:
1. How do I cast spells in "Harry Potter: Wizards Unite"?
- To cast spells, players trace patterns on their mobile device screen that match the displayed spell glyph. Accuracy and speed affect spell effectiveness.
2. What are the professions in the game, and how do they affect gameplay?
- There are three professions: Auror, Magizoologist, and Professor. Each has unique abilities and strengths, influencing how players interact with challenges and fortresses.
3. Are there in-app purchases in "Harry Potter: Wizards Unite"?
- Yes, the game offers optional in-app purchases for items like spell energy (used for spell casting), potions, and cosmetic upgrades. These purchases are not necessary to enjoy the game.
4. Can I play "Harry Potter: Wizards Unite" without leaving my house?
- While exploration and visiting real-world locations enhance the experience, some aspects of the game can be played from home, such as brewing potions and engaging in certain magical encounters.
5. Is the game suitable for children?
- "Harry Potter: Wizards Unite" is designed for players of all ages, but it does involve walking and visiting real-world locations. Parental supervision is recommended for younger players, especially during outdoor gameplay.
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Notes:
- With the player's permission, Adventure Sync uses your location to enable the player to earn walking distance when the app is closed.
Harry Potter: Wizards Unite is co-developed and co-published by Niantic, Inc. and WB Games San Francisco as part of Portkey Games, a label dedicated to creating new Wizarding World mobile and video games inspired by J.K. Rowling's original stories that place players at the center of their own adventure.
What's New in the Latest Version 2.20.0
Last updated on Dec 6, 2021
Greetings SOS Task Force Members!
COMING SOON
Niantic Social - a new feature that will allow you to communicate with your friends in-app.
GENERAL
Harry Potter: Wizards Unite will close on January 31, 2022. On December 6th, in-app purchases will be disabled and Harry Potter: Wizards Unite will no longer be available on the app store.
