Electronic Arts, makers of the Harry Potter video games that follow the plots of the films, today announced their third quarter fiscal year 2010 results. With it came a list of video games they plan on releasing this year.

Of interest to Potter fans is one game listed as "Harry Potter Title TBA". It is scheduled to be released in the third quarter (between September - November) on consoles, handhelds, and PCs.

We suspect this is a Deathly Hallows, Part 1 video game. Do you have any guesses? As always, we'll keep you updated! Thanks to Rami for the tip.

Two new videos have emerged online providing a behind-the-scenes look at LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4.

The first is with a character artist, who discusses how Buckbeak is created. He says that the creature is built from scratch and shows how Buckbeak goes from the animation tool to the actual gameplay.

The second is an interview with Jonathan Smith of Travellers Tales. He discusses the overall gameplay and how characters can grow by attending classes and learning new spells. He added this game has a new physics system which allows it to be more realistic, and that humor also plays a major role in this video game.

Thanks to Snitch Seeker!

Previews of the upcoming LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1 - 4 video game continue to appear online. The latest are from gaming websites Destructoid and GameSpot.

The most interesting new tidbit (in my opinion) is the amount of playable characters: 140. From Destructoid:

Subtle nods from the first four books are throughout the game, and with 140 playable characters, fans of the series will surely find some odd combinations to play with. One awesome moment was in the Chamber of Secrets portion of the game, where Harry enters the memory of Tom Riddle. In this level, players can play co-op or switch between the colored Harry or the sepia-toned Riddle. It's not often you get to play as He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named.

And a little more about gameplay from GameSpot:

There are plenty of secrets to discover in the world of Harry Potter by being thorough. Not only do you find your way to the next area, but if you find the four crest pieces in each area, you'll also get a gold brick, which will then give you access to bonus material. Moving from one area to the next doesn't involve jumping around in a hub menu; instead, the story events (six events in each story) will unfold when they're supposed to, which provides a seamless transition from one level to the next.

UPDATE: Warner Brothers tells us they have only stated a release in May and Game Informer "does not have the correct date".

Thanks to MuggleNet reader Tsuki for letting us know that the latest print issue of Game Informer lists LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1 - 4 with a May 3rd release date.

Game Informer was also the first source to reveal (on their website) that the game would be released in May.

While this May 3rd date is not 100% confirmed (yet), seeing an exact date printed in a reliable video game publication like Game Informer is certainly a good sign!

Click here to check out some of the more recent LEGO: Harry Potter news, pictures, videos, and more!

EDIT: We forgot to point this out when writing the post last night - the new vignette confirms the May release date. We first heard about a May release the other day.

What better way to start the work week than with exclusive Potter material for fansites?

Enjoy the below photos and video from WB Interactive Entertainment - released exclusively to fansites this morning!

View a new LEGO: Harry Potter Chamber of Secrets Vignette video

View LOTS of new pictures in our gallery!

Video game website IGN has posted a new trailer and written preview for LEGO: Harry Potter Years 1 - 4.

IGN states that the game will be released sometime in May. This, despite news several months ago that it would see a March release.

View the new trailer right here. From the preview:

Making the most of your magic is what this game is all about. Harry can lift things with Leviosa (there's a mini-game where you pick up, spin, and hurl gnomes all over the Weasely lawn) and freeze baddies with an immobilize spell (key to getting by the pixies in Hogwarts). These charms (and a whole bunch more) will always be with Harry after he's learned them. That is, rather than have to find a special suit or something in a level to get past a section a la Batman, Harry has all of his spells with him. You come to something that needs to be levitated, bring up your spell wheel with the click of a button, choose Levisoa, and aim at your target with the scar icon on the screen. It seems like it'll be a breeze, and eventually, you'll have the power to run around turning other kids into frogs and rats.

Read the rest at this link! For videos and more information about the game, visit our LEGO: Harry Potter Years 1-4 info section.

In a new interview with Game Informer magazine, the producer of the LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4 video game, Loz Doyle, sat down to discuss the overall gameplay. Of note is that you will be able to play through the individual stories of years 1 through 4.

There will be special characters to unlock, which allows you to take some further than their story lasted. But don't worry, despite playing as Professor Quirrell in Year 4, the story content will not change. Gamers will also be able to explore areas not heavily featured in the films.

You can see some great magazine scans of the article right here, courtesy of Snitch Seeker!

How do you think this LEGO video game compares to previous Potter video games?

Earlier this week, fansites were given a preview of the LEGO Harry Potter Years 1-4 video game due out in March 2010. Today, there is a brand new video with game designer, Arthur Parsons, where he discusses the broom speed and flying talents of characters Harry, Ron and Hermione.

Additionally, there are some great screen caps of the game available courtesy of Snitch Seeker!

For all the latest news, be sure to check out the game's official site!

This morning, fansites have been given exclusive access to a new trailer for the LEGO Harry Potter Years 1 - 4 video game, which is scheduled to be released in March 2010!

View the trailer RIGHT HERE in our LEGO Harry Potter info section!

The game was first announced back in June. How do you think it's looking? I'm really impressed by the clever LEGO details!

Warner Bros. announced details pertaining to the new Harry Potter: Wizarding World DVD game in a news release yesterday.

Based on the second three Harry Potter films – Harry Potter: Wizarding World™, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire™, and Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince™ – the DVD game enables fans to extend the movie experience with activities that include escaping Death Eaters at the Quidditch World Cup, learning defensive magic in Dumbledore's Army, potion-mixing in Advanced Potions class and much more. Harry Potter: Wizarding World™ hits stores on December 1, 2009 for $24.98 SRP. Order due date is October 27, 2009.

For more details, click the link below.

This information is thanks to the Harry Potter Film Twitter.

Electronic Arts has released Part 4 of "The Making Of" the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince video game, which teaches us the art of potion-making. The segment is hosted by Draco Malfoy actor Tom Felton and also includes interviews with Dan Radcliffe, Bonnie Wright, Emma Watson, Jessie Cave, and select EA designers and developers.

You can also watch Parts 1, 2, and 3.

The video game hits stores in the United States today!

With the game set to be released tomorrow here in the United States, Electronic Arts has released another awesome trailer for the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince video game.

The trailer opens with Harry and Dumbledore entering cave and then runs through several scenes from the film.

See it right here on GameTrailers.com. Thanks to Sean for the tip!

A third installment of EA's great look at the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince video game is now available right here on YouTube.

As with Part 1 and Part 2, several actors/actresses and video game crew members talk about the game. Interviewees include Dan Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Tom Felton, Jessie Cave, Evanna Lynch, and Bonnie Wright!

Can't wait until the June 30 release of the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince video game? Play the newly released demo from EA here, only available on the UK site for now.

Let us know what you think in the comments!

Thanks to BelomoeFF for the tip!

A few days ago we told you about the first part of Electronic Arts' Making of the Half-Blood Prince video game series.

They've now posted Part 2, which focuses on Quidditch and can be seen at this link! This part is also hosted by Tom Felton and includes interviews with the cast and crew.

Thanks to Kathleen for the tip!

Electronic Arts is busy getting the word out concerning their upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince video game. Today, they released a new trailer from the Wii version.

You can see it right here on their Facebook page. In particular, it shows you how using the Wiimote with the game works. It looks very well done!

The game will be released in just a few weeks. Learn more about it right here in our video game section! Thanks to Rebecca for the tip.

As mentioned yesterday, Electronic Arts has opened a brand-new Facebook page gearing up for the release of the Half-Blood Prince video game. EA is continuously posting content to this page, including today, releasing a trailer for the Nintendo DS version of the game. You can check it out right here.

If you're on Facebook make sure to become a fan of this page and check back often for updates!

Tonight, Electronic Arts has made us aware of a brand-new Facebook page launched for the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince video game.

To find the fan page, do a simple search within Facebook for "Harry Potter Videogame" (or just go here). Then click on "Become a Fan."

This page will be updated frequently between now and the launch on June 30, so make sure to visit frequently!

If you're a fan of the original Harry Potter LEGO game, we have some exciting news to share! At this year's E3 gaming convention, a brand new Potter LEGO game was announced:

LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4 will give gamers the chance to experience the magic and adventure of Harry Potter in a new and uniquely LEGO way. Playing as Harry Potter, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger, as well as other favourite characters, gamers will have the opportunity to attend lessons, cast spells, mix potions, fly on broomsticks and complete tasks to earn house points. Throughout the game, players will also have the freedom to explore iconic settings from the wizarding world including Hogwarts castle, Diagon Alley, the Forbidden Forest and the village of Hogsmeade!

Read many more details about the game right here. You can also see a great trailer for the game at this link. Thanks to everyone (and there were many of you) who wrote in with the news!

There's a brand new trailer out for the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince video game, and it sheds light on the game's stunning visuals.

Watch it here and experience some really cool action packed scenes! The game will be available June 30th worldwide for Wii, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PlayStation 2, PSP, Nintendo DS, Windows PC, Macintosh and mobile devices.

Thanks to IGN and Cody for the tip!