Battle for Hogwarts

The LEGO Company

Take part in a magical race

Genre: Platform
Released: 2011

Battle past Dementors, Death Eaters and even Voldemort himself.

Can you master your wizardry abilities or are you destined to walk with the Muggles? Battle for Hogwarts is a themed platform game to promote the latest LEGO Harry Potter range. Collectable 'Horcruxes' expand the playability of the levels by maximising the usage of space within the game. A double jump feature ensures the game is fun for all levels of experience. Within weeks of launch the game received over 1 million plays. A great example of releasing content that is inline with trending topics. Expecto Patronum!!!

THE CHALLENGE

  • Promote the new product line
  • Coincide with the latest movie release

THE SOLUTION

  • Quick play platform game
  • Addictive game play mechanics
  • 3D rendered models and characters

THE RESULTS

  • Over 1 million plays in three weeks