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Eurocom ( PS2 , Xbox , and GCN versions)<br> Amaze Entertainment ( PC and GBC versions)<br> Argonaut Games ( PS1 version)
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EA Games / Warner Bros Interactive
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Unreal Engine 10
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November 15 , 2002
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Action , Adventure
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Single Player
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: G
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PlayStation 2 , GameCube , Xbox , PC , PSone , GBA , Mac , Game Boy Color
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The video game '' was released in 2002 . It was published by Electronic Arts and developed by Eurocom for the PlayStation 2 , Xbox and GameCube systems. It was simultaneously developed by Amaze Entertainment for the PC the Game Boy Advance and Game Boy Color handheld systems. An original version was also created for the PlayStation One
This was also the last game for the Game Boy Color.
- Flipendo : A basic projectile spell that is already available at the start of the game.
- (an "unpleasant greenish substance left behind by certain ghostly beings", in the words of Professor Flitwick) out of doorways and off floors. Harry may learn this spell in Charms (PC version), or during a late-night adventure in Hogwarts (PS2/Xbox/GCN versions).
- Expelliarmus (all versions except PS1): in wizard duels, deflects spells cast by your opponent. In the PC version, not available outside of duels. In the PS2/Xbox/Gamecube versions it is learned in Defence Against the Dark Arts, and can also be used to deflect ''locomotor mortis'' spells (see below) if Harry is spotted by a prefect. In PS1 versions, can only be used in cut scenes at the end of the duel.
- Lumos : A spell that is gained In Diagon Alley is used to as a light.
- Alohomora : A spell that is gained from Fred and George Weasley that is used to open locked doors and chests.
- that cuts rope, spider webs and dangerous plants.
- / Herbology that creates blue bell flames to burn webs, plants, spiders and light torches and fires.
- that, when cast on a certain pattern, allows Harry to jump to great heights.
- that knocks back small enemies. It is also used in duelling.
- when Uncle Vernon is confronted by Hagrid and mutters something that "sounded like 'Mimblewimble.')
- Verimilus Duo : (PS1)unleashes a magic light that reveals platforms hidden by Dark Magic.
In the PC version:
Harry learns, in Potions, how to make a Wiggenweld Potion , which replenishes his stamina after he's been injured. It is preety much a healing potion. The ingredients are as follows, in the correct order:
- Flobberworm mucus
- Wiggentree Bark
He also makes a Polyjuice Potion , and has to gather the ingredients Bicorn Horn, Boomslang Skin and "a bit of Goyle". The potion turns him into Gregory Goyle .
In the PS2/Xbox/GC version:
Harry simply has to own one or more potion vials, and refill them with Wiggenweld Potion from Cauldrons or Dead Wiggentrees.
Hermione also makes the Polyjuice Potion for Harry, on her own.
''For a complete synopsis see Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets ''
Harry Potter, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger return to Hogwarts School of Magic to begin their second year. All is not peaceful, however: Students are being petrified and there are rumours of an Heir of Slytherin being behind it all. Suspicion turns to Harry, but when Ginny Weasley is kidnapped and taken into the Chamber Of Secrets , Harry and Ron are forced to go in and rescue her.
''Note: not all characters appear in all versions of the game.''
- Harry Potter : a brave twelve-year-old wizard. Main character and is a playable character.
- Ron Weasley : Harry's best friend, usually seen leading Harry to class or to the Quidditch stadium, or in cut scenes. He turns into Crabbe (not in PC version) when Harry turns into Goyle.
- Hermione Granger : a brainy girl who is rarely with Harry most of the game, except in cut scenes. She is Petrified (paralyzed, turned to stone) toward the end of the game.
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- Fred And George Weasley : twins, older brothers of Ron and Ginny. They have a very minor role in the PC version, but in the PS2/Xbox/GC versions, they give Harry a refresher on the ''flipendo'' spell, teach him how to toss gnomes, and once back at Hogwarts, they open a shop in Gryffindor tower where Harry can purchase items like stink pellets and dungbombs, ''Famous Witches and Wizards'' cards, and the ''alohomora'' spellbook. The shop is only open at night.
- Neville Longbottom : one of Harry's roommates; a clumsy, forgetful boy. In the PS2/Xbox/GameCube versions he gets trapped behind a tapestry, and Harry has to find the ''diffindo'' spell in order to free him.
- Draco Malfoy : Harry's archenemy, usually found sneaking around at night.
- Moaning Myrtle : a ghost who haunts the second-floor girls' bathroom.
- . While normally absent from a good part of the game, he features prominently in a Cutscene in which he tells Harry that he does not think that Harry is the Heir of Slytherin . He also appears at the end of each day to announce the latest house-point totals.
- teacher. Known for being unusually strict, he is usually to be found in the dungeons, near his classroom.
- teacher. Her classroom is located on the right side of the first floor
- teacher. His classroom is located on the right side of the second floor. Also head of Ravenclaw House.
- teacher. His classroom is located on the third floor.
- Hagrid : a very large half-man, half-giant, usually found in his cottage on the grounds.
- teacher. She teaches in the greenhouses, which are located on the right-hand side of the grounds.
- teacher. She teaches a flying lesson in an outside lawn area, and thereafter is always found there during the day if Harry wants to try to improve his score on the flight training course.
- Quidditch Captain. He calls Harry to his first Quidditch practice of the year, and thereafter is always found at the Quidditch stadium during the day if Harry wants to try to improve his practice time for catching the snitch.
- Percy Weasley (PS2/Xbox/GBA/PC): a Gryffindor prefect, older brother of Fred, George, Ron, and Ginny. Percy can be found in the Gryffindor Tower study room at night; he does not like to be disturbed, and will throw Harry out of the room if he sees or hears him. Unfortunately, the only way to reach Fred and George's shop (see above) is through the study room.
- Peeves : A poltergeist that enjoys making chaos around Hogwarts. If Harry runs into him, Peeves will cause trouble for him until Harry has gotten rid of him.
The PlayStation version of the game is entirely different to the other console versions. The game was developed by Argonaut Games exclusively for the aging console. Firmly aimed at younger gamers, it is mostly made up of a series of mini-games that people do when not attending class.
There are also slight differences between the three other console versions of the game. In the PlayStation 2 and Nintendo GameCube versions, one can access a broom free flight mode. Also in the GameCube version, there is an exclusive feature involving GC-GBA connectivity that allows a secret room to be opened in the GC version when connected with the GBA version of the game. The Xbox version lacks any exclusive feature such as these; however, the graphics on the Xbox version of the game are slightly more refined than that of its counterparts.
The PC version of the game, which was created by a different developer than the console versions, differs significantly from its console cousins. Reguardless, it's concidered a "bad consol port" with less gameplay & functionality.
The Game Boy Color version is a typical role-playing game. However, it let you play as Harry, Ron, and Hermione at various points in the game. The Game Boy Advance version is an isometric adventure game. It tries to bring the console version as a whole to the GBA.
The musical score for the game, created by Jeremy Soule , was awarded a BAFTA Award for Best Score, Game Music Category. {Link without Title}
- The PS2, X-Box and Gamecube versions of the game does not feature Dobby the House-elf, despite his prominence in both the book and film.
- The motion of the loading bar is the same motion as KITT 's scanner bar from '' Knight Rider ''.
- This game was considered the most faithful to the book by all fans, until the Order of the Phoenix Game was released.
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