Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery vs Valiant Hearts: The Great War
Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery
Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery is a story-driven, “choose your own adventure”-like, adventure-RPG where you get to attend the renowned School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Featuring a whole new storyline but with many familiar characters, you'll get to learn how to cast spells and brew potions, make new friends (and rivals) along the way, and get drawn to the many mysteries that the ancient school hides within its depths. The game even backs up your own adventures with an intriguing story about your missing brother who apparently was expelled as he had broken school rules when he was searching for the fabled Cursed Vaults.The gameplay is pretty casual and straightforward for the most part - as long as you have enough energy points, you can complete actions, tasks, and subsequently quests. However, it's unfortunate that the game doesn't use a more reflex-based gameplay during intense scenes that obviously call for more rapid actions. This is the only thing that truly breaks the immersion of the game.
Nevertheless, Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery is still a very well-made game and it is worth playing for the visuals, the experience of being an "actual" Hogwarts student, and the mystery-infused storyline. The game is free to play and is available on both Android and iOS.
Valiant Hearts: The Great War
Valiant Hearts: The Great War is a story-heavy game that details the emotional side of World War 1 through the eyes of a young German soldier and his trusty canine companion's sense of smell. Filled with challenging puzzle and generally lighthearted fun, the game delve into some of the deeper and heartbreaking aspects of war, showing players that it's not all victory and glory that are seemingly touted by movies and shows. Have a chance to virtually visit historic places and moments in time during the Great War on the Western Front, including the Battle of the Marne or the Battle of the Somme.Complete with stunning comic-like graphics, Valiant Hearts is a game with an absolutely beautiful and compelling story that will bring even the most hardened gamer to the point of tears. Honestly, the brilliant narrative alone is the perfect reason for you to grab this game.