On January 31st, 2022, the popular mobile game Harry Potter: Wizards Unite will be shutting down. The game, which was released in 2019, was developed by Niantic and WB Games San Francisco. It was based on the Harry Potter franchise and allowed players to explore the wizarding world, battle magical creatures, and cast spells.
The news of the game’s closure was announced by CBBC Newsround on January 31st. According to the announcement, the game will no longer be available to download or play after the shutdown date. The game’s servers will also be shut down, meaning that players will no longer be able to access their accounts or progress in the game.
The game’s closure has been met with sadness from fans of the Harry Potter franchise. Many players have expressed their disappointment on social media, with some expressing their hope that the game will be revived in the future.
The shutdown of Harry Potter: Wizards Unite is a major blow to the Harry Potter mobile gaming community. The game was popular among fans of the franchise, and its closure means that there is now one less way for fans to explore the wizarding world.
Despite the game’s closure, the Harry Potter franchise is still going strong. The Harry Potter films remain popular, and the franchise continues to be a major player in the entertainment industry. There are also several other Harry Potter-themed mobile games available, such as Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery and Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells.
The shutdown of Harry Potter: Wizards Unite is a sad day for fans of the franchise, but the Harry Potter franchise will continue to live on. The game may be gone, but the magic of Harry Potter will live on in the hearts of fans for years to come.