So, because im a male who cant possibly let anything go unexplained, i hurriedly plugged everything in to my ps3, fired up book of spells, and. Book of spells is less a game and more an interactive extension of the harry potter universe that delves into the history and practice of the series most famous magical incantations. Wonderbook book of potions this follow up to book of spells is again written by j k rowling no less and offers more interactive witch and wizard adventure. This advanced textbook will assist students on their journey. Book of potions is a 20 augmented reality video game developed by sce london studio in conjunction with j. Using the playstation eye camera and the wonderbook technology, book of spells provides an augmented reality experience, making it seem as if the events of the book are taking place around you. Book of spells on the playstation 3, gamefaqs has 36 trophies.
Book of potions is an augmented reality book offered by sony and pottermore, as a followup to the previouslyreleased wonderbook. Wonderbook was announced during the sony press conference at the electronic entertainment expo in june 2012, along with launch title the book of spells based in the harry potter universe, written by j. Book of spells is an augmented reality video game for the playstation 3. Book of spells is an ideal example of how augmented reality can work as an entertainment tool when implemented correctly. Wonderbook or more specifically book of spells, because i still believe the actual concept has potential isnt quite interactive enough to make it. A powerful storytelling vehicle and tool for the imagination, wonderbook puts you at the heart of the action using augmented reality technology to transform the world around you. Miranda goshawks book of spells is an augmented reality game aimed at giving you the chance to feel like you are playing with such powers, and thanks to some clever hardware tricks.
Jul 02, 2014 take book of spells, for instance, a harry potterthemed launch title cowritten by j. Wonderbook book of spells europe pal ps3 iso download ps3 game name. Nov 12, 2012 book of spells is very much wonderbook 1. It was released in europe on 15 november 20 and north america on 12 november 20, alongside. The latest addition to the playstation augmented reality series, the wonderbook system combines game software, and the wonderbook peripheral sold together as a bundle in the book of spells release, along with playstation eye camera and playstation move. What starts as a simple story book experience soon has you concocting various potions and spells.
Book of potions is an augmented reality video game developed by sce london studio in conjunction with j. It was introduced at the electronic entertainment expo in june 2012 and is the first release for the wonderbook. Book of spells is a decent proof of concept for the wonderbooks augmented reality technology, but the rest of the experience fails to deliver anything memorable or worthwhile, quickly collapsing into an endless parade of. Book of spells is the first title for wonderbook, the latest addition to the playstation experience. The latest addition to the playstation augmented reality series, the wonderbook system combines game software, and the wonderbook peripheral sold together as a bundle in the book of spells release, along with playstation eye. Rowling as a companion to the harry potter series and as a followup to the wonderbook s debut title, book of spells. Despite a demo that dragged on for too long and that was. Nov 22, 2012 book of spells is the first title for wonderbook, a unique singleplayer virtual readingentertainment experience exclusive to playstation 3.
Its an augmented reality, peripheralheavy game and that already puts it in a. You can choose your wand, and your hogwarts house, if you wish, but if you are a member of pottermore, you can also sign in from the book of spells main menu and import your information. It makes the wonderbook look like a hogwarts spell book, with the words and illustrations moving. It is an advanced textbook for students, which will assist them on their journey to becoming an. Explore the enchanted book of spells which, in the world of harry potter, was written over 200 years ago by miranda goshawk, to learn all a budding witch or wizard needs to know to cast. Book of spells is the first wonderbook title designed to be used with the new playstation wonderbook in conjunction with the playstation move for the playstation 3. Interactive entertainment as a companion to the harry potter series and as a followup to the wonderbook s debut title, book of spells. On playstation 3 you use the physical book peripheral to navigate and interact with the game. Nov 16, 2012 the latest addition to the playstation augmented reality series, the wonderbook system combines game software, and the wonderbook peripheral sold together as a bundle in the book of spells. Book of spells is a singleplayer virtual readingentertainment experience exclusive to the playstation 3 and the first title for wonderbook. Used game in great condition with a 90day guarantee. Book of spells is the first title for wonderbook, a unique singleplayer virtual readingentertainment experience exclusive to playstation 3. Book of spells software bundle for the sony playstation 3. A powerful storytelling vehicle and tool for the imagination, wonderbook will bring exclusive content in immersive new ways by putting you at the heart of the action, using augmented reality technology to.
Book of spells bursts with imagination and novelty. At the end of the ceremony, after i had explained what the wonderbook does and how sonys augmented reality technology works, she shook her head and started walking away. Book of spells ps3one of the most advanced uses of augmented reality anywhere, that brings stories to life in your living room, and allows you to explore and interact with stories like never before the most accessible interface just turn the pages partner with playstation eye camera and other peripherals, such as the playstation move motion controller. Lightgun games arent popular anymore, nobody uses the dancemat and singstar is a free download on the psn. Wonderbook will bring to life a thousand stories in one physical book with a series of adventures and experiences to explore. Wonderbook will bring to life a thousand stories in one physical book with a brand new series of adventures and experiences to explore.
Its an augmented reality, peripheralheavy game and that already puts it in a somewhat awkward spot. Book of spells trophies for playstation 3 gamefaqs. Book of spells book of spells is the first title for wonderbook, the latest addition to the playstation experience. It is based on book of potions, a fictional potions book. When you open the book, the magic happens directly in front of your eyes. Book of spells is one of those offbeat titles that comes around once in a while. The latest addition to the playstation augmented reality series, the wonderbook system combines game software, and the wonderbook peripheral sold together as a bundle in the book of spells. The game is based on book of spells, a fictional book by miranda goshawk released about 200 years from the event date. Book of spells ps3one of the most advanced uses of augmented reality anywhere, that brings stories to life in your living room, and allows you to explore and interact with stories like never before the most accessible interface just turn the pages partner with playstation eye camera and other peripherals, such as the playstation move motion controller, to create unique and. 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. Combining this accurate pointing ability with wonderbooks pageturning magic is a perfect combination for book of spells.
Rowling as a companion to the harry potter series and as a followup to the wonderbooks debut title, book of spells. The book of spells is the inaugural title for sonys wonderbook concept. If youre not familiar with the technology, its relatively straightforward on paper. Book of spells, or simply book of spells, is a video gameaugmented reality book created by sony and j. Trophies there are 20 bronze trophies, 10 silver trophies, 5 gold trophies, and 1 platinum trophy. It is an advanced textbook for students, which will assist them on. It requires a wonderbook a paper and cardboard storybook that comes with the game as well as a playstation move controller and playstation eye camera. The wonderbook looks and feels like a standard childrens book, only the inside pages are filled with large, geometric qr codes instead of pictures of dora the explorer. It is a mustbuy for harry potter fans that own a playstation 3. Written by miranda goshawk over two hundred years ago, the book of spells can be found in the restricted section of the hogwarts library.
Book of spells is a less a game than a collection of harry potterthemed stories and activities. Interactive entertainment as a companion to the harry potter series. Players will be able to brew a wide range of potions under the guidance of zygmunt budge, a character created entirely for the new book and. Book of spells by sony computer entertainment for playstation 3 at gamestop. It simply makes sense to use the controller as a wand. Rowling, released on november, 2012 as part of the pottermore partnership. The practice every young witch or wizard needs written by miranda goshawk over two hundred years ago, book of spells can be found in the restricted section of the hogwarts library and now it has come to you. Sure, there is certainly some room for improvement. However, the centerpiece of book of spells is the wonderbook itself. Book of spells is the first game to come out that supports sonys wonderbook peripheral which was first introduced at e3 this year. Nov 28, 2012 the book of spells is the inaugural title for sonys wonderbook concept. Its delightfully acted, beautifully presented, and surprisingly immersive. Nov, 2012 book of spells is a singleplayer virtual readingentertainment experience exclusive to the playstation 3 and the first title for wonderbook.
Written by miranda goshawk over two hundred years ago, book of spells can be found in the restricted section of the hogwarts library. Play requires a wonderbook peripheral, book of spells software, a playstation eye camera, and a playstation move motion controller. Dec 06, 2012 wonderbook or more specifically book of spells, because i still believe the actual concept has potential isnt quite interactive enough to make it an enjoyable game, and doesnt have. Book of spells sony playstation 3, 2012 at the best online prices at ebay. Nov, 2012 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. Book of spells proved not to be the spellbinding experience that he had hoped for as she found it really boring after about 15 minutes but to her.