Wonderbook: Book of Spells

 PlayStation 3
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Nov 13, 2012
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  • Summary: Book of Spells is a single-player virtual reading/entertainment experience exclusive to the PlayStation 3 and the first title for Wonderbook.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 39
  3. Negative: 2 out of 39
  1. Everyeye.it
    Nov 19, 2012
    100
    Wonderbook it's just marvelous, as fairy tales are when you listen to them with the curiosity of a child.
  2. 3DJuegos
    Nov 15, 2012
    81
    If you have children, this is definitely a magical present for Christmas.
  3. COGconnected
    Dec 2, 2012
    80
    In the end I see Wonderbook: Book of Spells as being a a hit with the kids and it is a good start for the peripheral that makes it all come alive. Sure, there is certainly some room for improvement; however, the future is bright for future "books" that utilize this unique peripheral and I cannot wait to see what is next.
  4. Games Master UK
    Nov 25, 2012
    75
    Great for younger Potter fans, fully-grown Muggles may want to rent for JK's new stories. [Christmas 2012, p.88]
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  5. Joystiq
    Dec 3, 2012
    70
    Book of Spells is a children's game that retains the magical appeal that makes Harry Potter's world so intriguing, even for older players. The games are easy, true, but if you, as a grown-up, can read a young adult novel on a packed bus without shame, you can probably enjoy Book of Spells in the comfort of your own home.
  6. XGN
    Nov 14, 2012
    70
    Book of Spells gives us the first opportunity to play with Sony's new Wonderbook. Although the game has its flaws it surely proves that the book works excellently as a controller. That's why we can't wait to see what other titles might be coming.
  7. EGM
    Nov 16, 2012
    45
    Book of Spells is a decent proof of concept for the Wonderbook's augmented reality technology, but the rest of the experience fails to deliver anything memorable or worthwhile, quickly collapsing into an endless parade of gimmicks and dull, overly simplistic minigames.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 9
  3. Negative: 1 out of 9
  1. adrianvandelzel
    Jun 29, 2016
    10
    Un juego fantastico para jugar con los niños, ellos alucinan y los fans de Harry Potter tambien lo disfrutamos un poquito.... ;) lasUn juego fantastico para jugar con los niños, ellos alucinan y los fans de Harry Potter tambien lo disfrutamos un poquito.... ;) las animaciones son preciosas y los sonidos son una delicia. La forma en la que progresa el juego por capitulos es muy entretenida. La forma en la que se presenta el libro es una pasada, abrirlo por vez primera es inolvidable.… Expand
  2. LukeyBoy
    Sep 15, 2014
    9
    A brilliant little story/game for any child (or child at heart) interested in the Harry Potter Universe. At the end of the day, it is aA brilliant little story/game for any child (or child at heart) interested in the Harry Potter Universe. At the end of the day, it is a child's game for an easy and relaxed game using the move. My child was absolutely fascinated by the game and Wonderbook. Even I had a go and thought it was great.

    If you want action and adventure, this is probably not the game for you. However, if your looking for a top up on Harry Potter lore in a fun and interactive way? Then it's worth a buy!    … Expand
  4. Venusaur
    Feb 16, 2013
    8
    Wow people really are stupid. It's meant for kids, and as far as kids games go its great. I could get them some sucky shovelware that givesWow people really are stupid. It's meant for kids, and as far as kids games go its great. I could get them some sucky shovelware that gives them about 5 minutes of fun and is a quick cash in or I could give them some quality content that was made with a child in mind. So as far as fun kid/family games go, this is awesome. Plus, it's Harry Potter, who the heck doesn't like Harry Potter? Seriously?

    Edit: Eggb. You're a troll. All it takes is a quite look at your profile. Fable the journey a 9?! Pffft. You don't own a playstation, you don't own Book of spells. Because if you did, you'd realise that this IS a harry potter game with Pottermore connectivity, based in hogwarts, set in the Harry potter universe. Fool.    … Expand
  5. Siberman44
    Jan 28, 2013
    7
    The reasons i rate this game with a seven are a few and quite simple. First this game gives you a very easy platinum and it costs only 20 E!The reasons i rate this game with a seven are a few and quite simple. First this game gives you a very easy platinum and it costs only 20 E! it s a very small game but for a kid i think it s a very good way to spend those 5 or 8 hours of its game play. I mean 20 E for an enjoyable 5h long game with an easy platinum is not that bad even me that i don t like harry potter that much i enjoyed this game. It also uses the ps move system in a very good way. The cons is it s small duration and the campaign which was quite easy and aimed for kids. The advantages are it s low price and the way that it uses the ps move… Expand
  6. Araiz
    May 2, 2015
    7
    In the end I see Wonderbook: Book of Spells as being a a hit with the kids and it is a good start for the peripheral that makes it all comeIn the end I see Wonderbook: Book of Spells as being a a hit with the kids and it is a good start for the peripheral that makes it all come alive. Sure, there is certainly some room for improvement; however, the future is bright for future "books" that utilize this unique peripheral and I cannot wait to see what is next.… Expand
  7. clanky9
    Mar 16, 2021
    6
    this game is just okay. The reason i gave this game 6 is that i didnt had really great time with this game when i was kid.
  8. hollowfication
    Nov 17, 2012
    0
    wow this is most worst game i seen in my life i saw my friend playing this game and i said wtf the no real thrill the no monster no killingwow this is most worst game i seen in my life i saw my friend playing this game and i said wtf the no real thrill the no monster no killing no anything just making spells that it....

    what a waste of money    … Expand

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