Harry Potter: Magic Awakened EOS Announced - Spells Fail

NetEase's collectible card role-playing game, *Harry Potter: Magic Awakened*, has announced its End of Service (EOS) for specific regions. The shutdown will impact players in the Americas, Europe, and Oceania, with servers scheduled to close on October 29th, 2024. However, fans in Asia and select Middle East and North Africa (MENA) territories can continue to enjoy the magical experience.

First unveiled during NetEase Games' annual event in 2020, *Harry Potter: Magic Awakened* was developed by Zen Studio and initially launched in China in September 2021. The game saw a promising start, leading to global pre-registrations in February 2022. Despite a worldwide release on June 27th of the same year, the game struggled to maintain its initial momentum due to delays.

Why Did They Announce The EOS Of Harry Potter: Magic Awakened?

*Harry Potter: Magic Awakened* introduced a unique blend of card-battling and wizard dueling reminiscent of *Clash Royale*, which initially captivated fans with its Hogwarts atmosphere. However, the game's performance did not meet expectations, leading to its EOS announcement just over a year after its global launch.

Community feedback on platforms like Reddit highlighted several issues. Players expressed frustration over changes that seemed to favor those who spent money rather than those who relied on skill. A significant point of contention was the rework of the rewards system, which previously allowed skilled players to earn better rewards but was altered to slow progression for non-spending and free-to-play players.

As of August 26th, *Harry Potter: Magic Awakened* has been removed from the Google Play Store in the regions affected by the EOS. Players in unaffected regions can still immerse themselves in the game's world, attending classes, exploring secrets, and engaging in duels within the magical setting.

Before bidding farewell to *Harry Potter: Magic Awakened*, fans might want to check out the upcoming SpongeBob-themed season in *Brawl Stars*, where they can experience the fun of going jellyfishing.